Tag: inclusion

Does my child need typically developing friends? What if no one asks them for a playdate? How can I encourage friendships and social opportunities? What if they need an aide for the school dance or sporting event? How can I write socialization into their IEP? And what if their interests are very different from those …

From first evaluations to first IEP meetings, the early years bring a lot of new experiences — and questions. If you’re unsure where to start or what support your child may qualify for, we’ve mapped out the key milestones and services from birth through kindergarten. Early intervention What is early intervention? Not sure where to …

What does it actually take to make inclusion work — not just on paper, but in the classroom? Education and inclusion advocate Karen Ford Cull breaks down how families can move beyond placement and toward true participation in general education. From writing stronger, more inclusive IEP goals to using accommodations, behavior supports, and practical advocacy …

Inclusion — it’s the million-dollar word in any IEP meeting. Whether you’re thinking about the research-backed benefits or simply want your child to have a more typical school experience in a gen ed classroom, it’s what so many of us are aiming for. But here’s the truth: real, meaningful inclusion doesn't just happen by chance. ...

"SMART" IEP goals are great… but there’s a better IEP in town, and it’s got a lot to say. With IEP season in full swing, we’re setting our sights on what actually makes an IEP great: it’s strength-based and has goals that are standards-aligned, generative, pivotal, inclusive, and truly meaningful for your child. That’s a ...

Inclusion expert Dr. Mary Falvey answers common questions about inclusion and socialization to help kids with disabilities make friends with their peers. We’ll explore ways to encourage socialization both in and out of school, make sure everyone feels supported, set IEP goals that promote inclusion and meaningful connections, and more! Listen now on your favorite ...

Undivided Voices is a new podcast for parents raising kids with disabilities. In our first episode, host Lindsay Crain sits down with Dr. Caitlin Solone to debunk common myths about inclusion and share practical ways schools can support every child. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app!  

“Over the years, I’ve met with countless caregivers, therapists, and educators that are under the assumption that children with disabilities can’t understand relationships or aren’t able to learn complex social skills. The general feeling is that it’s just too hard to teach! On the contrary, if provided with the opportunity, the proper materials and learning …

Have you ever left an IEP meeting or parent-teacher conference feeling like inclusion just isn’t possible for your child? As parents, we all want our kids to have a childhood filled with the diverse experiences, learning, and activities as their peers. But when it comes to inclusive education for kids with disabilities, it’s not always …

As parents, we all want our kids to thrive at school, but sometimes things don’t go as smoothly as we’d hoped. When it comes to IEPs — whether it’s accommodations, modifications, placement, or inclusion — we just want everything to come together in a way that truly supports our children. But sometimes, wanting all the …