Blog tagged as Special Education

Ah, winter break. A magical time of family, holidays, and… complete chaos. And now, just like that, it’s back to school. For neurodivergent households, the first day back often feels like preparing for a small natural disaster.​

If you're new to the IEP world, the acronyms can feel overwhelming. But there's one you absolutely need to understand: PLAAFP. It stands for Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, and it's arguably the most important section of your child's entire IEP.

Imagine your child making significant progress during the school year, only to lose those hard-earned skills during summer break. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common for many students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Introduction to Sensory-Friendly Independence Day Celebrations A guide for families with special needs to enjoy the 4th of July festivities:

Strategies and tips that I have learned from my experience as a special education advocate, as well as some resources and links that you may find helpful