Red Flag Phrases That Should Make Every Parent Stop and Ask Questions
Do you know how many families call me frantic, saying “They told me my child’s IEP is going to expire next month”? That panic is by design. Here are the phrases schools use that should make you stop, breathe, and start asking questions before you sign anything.
THE VALUE OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR ALL STUDENTS
Inclusive Education: Benefits for All Learners In the world of special education, inclusive practices benefit all students. We’ve seen how methods that help students with disabilities also enhance the learning of their peers. Diverse learning styles prepare students for life beyond school. Schools aim to prepare students for life, and inclusive classrooms reflect that reality. […]
IEPs and MENTAL HEALTH
IEPs and Mental Health Hey folks, summer’s rolling in, and you know the transition can throw off your routine, right? So, let’s talk about special education – when your child’s eligible, there’s this meeting to develop an IEP (Individualized Educational Plan). If already on the journey, the team gathers at least yearly (in my opinion, […]
The IEP Is In Effect- Now What?
From IEP Meeting High-Fives to… Reality Check. How to Really Know If That Plan’s on Track (Hint: It’s Not Just Report Cards!) Hey, I’m back again! Celebrating with you all the work you’ve put in for your kiddo’s IEP meeting, got that plan in place, and left feeling some relief – but let’s be honest, […]
From Stress to Success: Making School Conversations Work
From Stress to Success: Making School Conversations Work We’ve all experienced that sinking feeling when a troubling email or call pops up from your child’s school. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or even defensive, but it doesn’t have to be that way! As I develop my Chaos to Collaboration CollabCulture membership, I want to share […]