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16 08, 2018

Strategies to Obtain Special Education Services

2019-12-10T17:08:10-06:00

Planning and preparation are on-going activities that contribute significantly to success in the ARD process. You cannot control what others do, but you can control what you do. Being prepared for problem-solving in the ARD meeting will help you to become a full-meaningful participant in the meeting, as well as to be respected by the other ARD team members.

Strategies to Obtain Special Education Services2019-12-10T17:08:10-06:00
16 08, 2018

Summer’s Over – and Our ESY Services Never Happened!

2018-08-22T12:47:30-05:00

Wrightslaw.org addressed this issue in a blog post: My child’s IEP said she was to receive ESY services – OT, PT, and Speech Therapy. ST was provided throughout the summer. There was no OT or PT. The district stated it was not able to find therapists. They said I could find a therapist, and I did. Then, the district failed to provide information in a timely manner to the therapy agency. No services were provided during summer. The school offered to provide these services during the school year to “make up.” But my child regressed in all of her motor skills [...]

Summer’s Over – and Our ESY Services Never Happened!2018-08-22T12:47:30-05:00
16 08, 2018

Response to Intervention: What Parents Need to Know

2018-08-16T09:20:51-05:00

Disability Rights Texas has an infographic that explains RTI (Response to Intervention) and what parents need to know. According to Disability Rights Texas, “School districts in Texas have used RTI to delay getting some students special education evaluations but new laws passed in Texas are forcing schools to stop using this tactic. This infographic helps explain the process and your rights.” […]

Response to Intervention: What Parents Need to Know2018-08-16T09:20:51-05:00
2 08, 2018

7 Communication Tips for Building Strong Partnerships

2018-08-02T14:50:51-05:00

The following is a collection of effective communication skills that can be used to encourage solution oriented conversations. 1. Know who and how to contact the right person to address your concerns. Identify your concerns and the outcomes you would like to see.  “We really need to focus on…”  Focus positively on the issue at hand and strive not to allow negativity to take control. “I’m sure we’ll find a good solution to…” Talk to the person closest to your child first, for example, your child’s teacher. […]

7 Communication Tips for Building Strong Partnerships2018-08-02T14:50:51-05:00
2 08, 2018

10 Back-to-School Assignments for Parents of Special Needs Kids

2018-08-02T14:27:36-05:00

It’s time to get the kids ready for back to school with new clothes, a fresh supply of notebooks and maybe a cool new backpack.  But what about you?  Are you prepared for your special needs child to start school? Even if your child already has an IEP (Individualized Education Program), remember, it’s just a “plan.” For your child to get the full advantage (and hopefully significant progress) from the IEP, your participation in and preparation for its implementation is critical. Here are 10 homework assignments to help your child to make a successful transition into the new school year: [...]

10 Back-to-School Assignments for Parents of Special Needs Kids2018-08-02T14:27:36-05:00
25 07, 2018

Back to School Dos and Don’ts

2019-07-30T10:16:58-05:00

The end of summer is in sight, and parents everywhere are feeling that inevitable anxiety over how to make the most of the upcoming school year. With that in mind, here are some dos and don’ts for families who want to start the school year right.

Back to School Dos and Don’ts2019-07-30T10:16:58-05:00

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