Tag: Iep

The transition out of high school and into adulthood is a big milestone for our children, and in truth, ourselves as well. While we’re watching our kiddos grow up at what feels like a mile a minute, we also have to prepare for their life post-high school — whether that includes college, day programs, or …

Let’s face it, parents — navigating the world of IEPs can feel intimidating, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned vet. IEPs contain all of our kids’ goals, accommodations, and services for the school year, and because they’re often the first document teachers see, they tend to shape the first impression teachers get of our …

Now that the school year is in full gear, it’s the perfect time to check in on our kiddos, and their IEPs. We know how much effort it takes to get your child’s IEP just right, but if it’s not being followed or doesn’t reflect their current needs, it’s not doing its job. The fall …

When it comes to related services, a question many parents find themselves asking is, ‘How do I know if my child actually NEEDS related services?’ According to special education advocate Dr. Sarah Pelangka: “It’s really a matter of knowing and understanding your child and what you know can benefit your child. Like, ‘Hey, my child …

With the start of a new school year, we all want to make sure that the supports our kiddos need to thrive in school are in place — and actually being implemented in their classrooms. This includes accommodations, which are vital in removing barriers to learning and meeting students where THEY are. Accommodations adapt HOW …

School safety is something every parent thinks about, but when your child has disabilities, there’s a whole other layer of concerns to navigate. There is frequently one set of directives during emergencies and we have to assess if they are accessible to our child. If they have mobility issues, what is the plan to help …

Does it feel like no matter how much you get done, your back-to-school to-do list keeps growing and growing and…you get it. When the kids start school, the pressure of putting everything in place can feel a little (a lot) crushing, especially when you don’t know where to turn for help. That’s where we come …

As we gear up for the new school year, we’re right there with you, thinking about what might make those back-to-school blues a little bit easier. Between new schools, teachers, therapists, and classmates who might not yet know our kids’ incredible quirks and talents, it can feel like a lot. So how do you beat …

With summer slowly coming to an end (yes, we can hardly believe it too!), we’re preparing for our kids’ first day, week, and month of school — and not just academically. The slow journey of getting back to school is often filled with a whole bag of feelings for our kids, who, beyond the typical …

With the school year winding down, both parents and IEP teams have their hands full with things to do before summer break begins. Are you feeling stressed about getting that IEP wrapped up and signed before the final school bell rings? Or maybe your child is moving to a new school in the fall and …