Prepare for the School Year in 3 Steps
The start of the school year is fast approaching! Are you ready? Here are 3 actions to take to make sure your child with an IEP is ready to start with all the support they need. First, read your child’s IEP. IEPs can be long and confusing, but they have all the information on what …
8 Questions to Ask When Looking at New Schools/Programs
Are you looking at a new or different school for your child with an IEP? Whether you are moving to a new city or state, are looking at the full continuum of services and placement, or are interested in knowing what other schools nearby are doing for their students, there are questions you should ask …
What is an IEP?
IEP is an abbreviation for Individual Education Program. It is a legal document that explains the supports and services that a student with a disability who meets the eligibility* for an IEP needs in order to be successful both in and out of school. IEPs are the foundation of what’s needed to support a student …
5 Sections to Look for in IEPs
“HELP! This IEP is 47 pages long! What do I look for?” IEPs can be very long documents, full of educational jargon and abbreviations that make it difficult for parents to understand. The format of IEPs vary from state to state, and even district to district, but all IEPs should have the same components. While …
IEP Coach vs. Special Education Advocate
IEP Coach, Special Education Coach, IEP Advocate, Special Education Advocate… What’s the difference!? There are a variety of people who can help you navigate the IEP process, each with their own specialty and style. IEP and Special Education Advocates tend to take over the IEP process for the parent and fight with the school for …