education
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IEP Challenges? Remember These 3 Words
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“Least Restrictive Environment” When IEP challenges arise, some parents find themselves at a loss for words. Many are determined to get their student help, but can get tangled in administrative “roadblocks.” Parents usually have a good idea what their kidlet can and can’t do, but more importantly, what their child is actually able to do.…
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3 Reasons Why It’s Time to Let Go of Your College Student
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Teenagers with special needs don’t suddenly get better the moment they step foot on a college campus. Parents are still ready to pounce on anyone who even thinks about looking at their kidlet the wrong way. But after we cut the red tape where do we go from there? Will he or she pass all…
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Have You Planned an Informal “Meet the Teacher” Yet?
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The school year is approaching fast. The school staff has returned to work after a long summer’s nap. Be proactive This is a good time to contact your student’s case manager or resource teacher and ask for an informal introductory meeting. Let the case manager know you are not looking for a sit down meeting.…
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For Special Education, Be Sure to Add “Red-Tape” to the Supply List
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Whether your child is entering Kindergarten, moving to a new high school, starting college, or transitioning to a group home, be sure to build in enough time and consider the bureaucracies’ “red tape.” It is inevitable that during your students’ school-life, he or she will be involved in many activities, assessments, or various educational (and…
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5 Things to Ask On the College Tour
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Touring colleges with your special education student? If so, here are a few things to think about on the tour–even though there will be so much more to think about after. Remember to set up a quick appointment with a member of the department of disability services at any college your student plans to attend.…