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BUT I HAVE A DIAGNOSIS!!!
“My child has been diagnosed, but the school said that doesn’t matter.” This statement is one of the most common frustrations I hear from parents.
DISAGREEING WITH A SCHOOL EVALUATION AND REQUESTING AN INDEPENDENT EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION (IEE) FOR YOUR CHILD
As a parent, you always want the best for your child, especially regarding their education. So, when a school evaluation does not accurately reflect your child's needs or abilities, it can be frustrating and worrisome.
EMPATHY ON THE THANKSGIVING MENU: NAVIGATING FAMILY TIME WITH A NEURODIVERSE CHILD
Thanksgiving is a time when families come together to celebrate and express gratitude. It's an opportunity to reconnect with loved ones, share delicious meals, and create cherished memories.
THE IEP IS NOT WORKING FOR MY CHILD 
An IEP is an Individualized Education Plan, a legal document that details your child's educational present levels and current needs. Then it includes goals and objectives to support those needs.
WHAT IS CONSIDERED EMOTIONAL DISTURBANCE UNDER IDEA? 
Educators and parents need to understand the criteria for qualifying for an IEP under this category, which includes a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues such as anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, conduct disorders, eating disorders, and psychotic disorders.