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Early Childhood FAQ: How can therapy support my child’s social skills?
April 15, 2025
Watch this short video to learn how therapy can support your child’s social skills.
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What is the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in Special Education?
March 25, 2025
If your child has an IEP (Individualized Education Plan), or if you’re in the process of creating one, you’ve probably heard about the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). The LRE is supposed to be guaranteed to special ed students by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). But it may seem complicated or ambiguous when you…
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How your IEP team can get parents involved at the meeting: Steps to engage families in a collaborative IEP team
March 20, 2025
Looking to learn how your IEP team can get parents involved at the meeting? Read here for concrete steps that help your team achieve meaningful parent participation in the IEP process.
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What’s next for Special Education? An explainer for educators and families of children in Special Education
March 13, 2025
What will happen to Special Education if the US Department of Ed closes? Learn more about what's next for Special Education and what families and educators can do.
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How can teachers support students with disabilities? Advice from a graduate
March 4, 2025
Ally, now an adult, reflects on her experience in school. Here’s her best advice for how teachers can support students with disabilities.
Read moreHow to communicate with parents of special education students: 5 tips from an IEP veteran
February 18, 2025
Teachers know that parent communication matters. Here are our 5 tips for how to communicate with parents of your special education students.
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Can My Child Do Therapy at Daycare? How to Coordinate with Providers
February 11, 2025
Struggling to balance therapy and daycare? Learn how to coordinate care, schedule sessions, and keep providers informed. Can my child do therapy at daycare? Find out here.
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How does clear communication in special education help schools reduce complaints?
December 10, 2024
Check out these tips and strategies for clear communication in special education. And learn why this reduces complaints.
Read moreHow can teachers support parents of students who are new to Special Education?
November 19, 2024
Teachers: how do you support families of students new to Special Ed? Here are 5 things to do to get families off to a good start.
Read moreHow can schools avoid legal trouble in Special Education? Build trust with families
November 12, 2024
When schools focus only on compliance they miss something essential, building trust with Special Education families.
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Headed to your first IEP meeting? Here are 5 things to do first.
October 29, 2024
If your child recently qualified for Special Education, you may feel a little overwhelmed trying to understand how the system works. Try these 5 things before your first IEP meeting to set your child up for success.
Read moreFamily checklist: Getting ready for an IEP meeting
October 23, 2024
Whether you’re getting ready for your child’s 1st IEP meeting or their 10th, use this checklist to make sure you've got what you need to support your child.
Read moreEarly Childhood FAQ: How to get an IEP for a very young child
October 15, 2024
Watch this quick video to learn how to get an IEP for a very young child with disabilities or developmental delays.
Read moreHow does a child qualify for an IEP? What you need to know about the disability categories recognized under IDEA
September 19, 2024
How does a child qualify for an IEP and special education? Read about the 13 official disability categories from the IDEA law
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Early Childhood FAQ: Why does my child need a special education evaluation?
September 17, 2024
Wondering why your child needs a Special Education evaluation? Watch this short video to learn why an evaluation from the school is important.
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Switching from an IEP to a 504 plan
September 10, 2024
Can my child switch from an IEP to a 504 plan? Yes, but think about your child’s needs before you switch. Read about what to consider...
Read more504 vs. IEP: What’s the difference?
August 27, 2024
What’s the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP? Both are for students with disabilities, but there are some key differences.
Read moreCreating an accessible classroom: 5 practical strategies you can start using today to meet your students’ needs
August 20, 2024
Teachers, if you are looking for ways to make your classroom work better for all your students, we’ve got you. Here’s how to get started.
Read moreManaging back-to-school anxiety: the disability edition
August 14, 2024
How do we help our kids with disabilities manage back-to-school anxiety? Here are 4 tips to make it easier.
Read moreBack to school for kids with disabilities: introducing your child to their teacher
August 7, 2024
It’s back-to-school time. How do you introduce your child with disabilities to the teacher? Here are some tips.
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