Blog tagged as Advocacy

TOOLS TO SELF-ADVOCACY

As kids get older and enter middle school and high school the information in their IEP are no longer left to just one or two adults. They may have 6, 8 ,15 adults at school that SHOULD know the ins and outs of their IEP but probably do not. So here are a few tips to help with self advocacy.

TALK TO ME ABOUT PLACEMENT

IEP placement isn't just a place—it's about the right services. Learn how to navigate the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) to ensure your child lands in the perfect classroom setting to thrive!

SMART GOALS, WHAT ARE THEY AND HOW DO I ENSURE MY KID HAS THEM?

Demystify SMART goals! Learn what this vital acronym means for your child's education and how you can ensure their school goals are clear, measurable, and set up for ultimate success.

TRIENNIAL EVALUATIONS AND UPDATED DATA

Triennial evaluations are your chance to hit the reset button. Learn how updated data shapes your child's IEP, ensuring their services and goals truly match who they are today.

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THE GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS UNDERSTAND MY CHILD'S IEP?

Don't leave your child's success to chance! Learn who is legally responsible for ensuring general education teachers understand the IEP, and how you can make sure the whole team is on the same page.