If your child has an IEP or you think they need one, IDEA protects them.

But many parents are never taught what IDEA actually says. Schools tell you there’s an “IEP Process”, but don’t explain what it looks like.

Here’s what you need to know. IDEA stands for the Individuals with Disabilities Educa...

Many parents feel nervous before IEP meetings start. They expect to hear long lists of what their child does “wrong” or what needs to be “fixed.” 

Over time, the language becomes upsetting and discouraging. It makes you feel like your child is seen ONLY for their challenges, not for who they truly ...

Guest blog by Kristin Lombardi, MA, BCBA, and Christine Drew, PhD, BCBA-D, Associate Professor of Special Education at Auburn University

For many families, managing or avoiding challenging behavior is a significant focus of their daily lives.

Many feel like they’re “walking on eggshells” or “waiti...

Guest blog by Natasha M. Nurse, Esq., MRM Managing Director, Partnerships & Business Operations

Picture this: In Mrs. Thompson’s fourth-grade classroom, nine-year-old Elijah often stared at his math worksheet like it was written in another language. While his peers quickly dove in, Elijah sat froze...

Cathy was worried about her grandson. He was almost three, and his speech was limited. She knew the conversation with her daughter would be hard.

As a grandparent, it’s natural to worry about your grandkids. A grandparent’s unique perspective, experience, and intuition help you recognize when some...

You want the best for your student or child’s education. This couldn’t be more important when they have a disability.

Enter two of the most frequently used and least understood tools: accommodation and modification. Let’s define them and what they look like, as well as prompting and cueing. Then, f...

Feeling lost in the IEP Maze? Discover how to secure the right help for your child.

The journey to secure your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) can feel overwhelming!

You're not alone. Let's simplify it together. Explore the signs your child might need an IEP when requesting testing and...

What is an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)?

Guest blog by Meredith Gleason, award-winning Licensed Educational Psychologist, founder and director of Empower Child Learning

What is an IEE, and how do you get one for your child? Dig deep into key differences between IEEs and district evalua...

As a parent, few things weigh on your heart like watching your child struggle in school.

You want to provide the best possible support, but the world of education plans can be a bewildering labyrinth. Let's highlight two common paths within this maze: an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Pla...

Your child has an IEP, 504 Plan, or you need one. Things aren't going well and you need help.

Do you hire a special education attorney, advocate, or IEP Coach? Let's explore their differences, what you need to look for, what it's worth, and who's best for your child.

First things first, you need t...

Can students get an IEP or 504 Plan in college?

Let’s explore the changes in disability laws at post-secondary institutions. Before we embark on transitioning roles and expectations, let’s examine FERPA and how it directly impacts students and parents.

FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Priv...

The Language we use is important!

An inspiring guest blog by neurodivergent self-advocate Ben VanHook. 

The language we use within the disability and neurodivergent community is very important. Whilst some might view various phrases as “interchangeable” with merely semantic effects, the words and ...