Communication

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
12 07, 2018

Learning the Rules of the Game

2018-07-12T15:38:55-05:00

Parent: “We should be able to trust the system to do what’s right for our kids.” In theory, this sounds good. But when you are dealing with a child with disabilities, there will always be disagreements. You simply will not get agreement from the number of participants who are required to be in these team meetings. Schools are in the decision-making process for the short-term. As a parent, you are in it for the long-term. Eventually, your child will leave the public school system. If he/she is does not receive an appropriate education, will the teacher, the school principal or director [...]

Learning the Rules of the Game2018-07-12T15:38:55-05:00
12 07, 2018

How to Disagree with the IEP Team Without Starting World War III

2019-02-27T13:36:37-06:00

Many parents have questions about what to do when they are presented with an IEP that is not appropriate for their child. You should advise the IEP team that you don’t think the IEP is appropriate, that it does not provide your child with enough help or the right kind of help. You should use facts to support your position (i.e., facts from an evaluation of your child from a private sector evaluator, graphs of your child’s test scores). Be polite but firm. Tip: Think how Miss Manners handles difficult situations and use this idea to guide you. [...]

How to Disagree with the IEP Team Without Starting World War III2019-02-27T13:36:37-06:00
12 07, 2018

The Art of IEP Diplomacy

2019-02-27T14:55:12-06:00

During IEP season the stakes are high. Parents and teachers alike go into those meetings full of emotions and ideas. Sometimes I am surprised that what is unsaid seems just as loud as what is actually said. In the past, I’ve made the mistake of going into an IEP angry. I did not get the best results for my son at that meeting. So I’ve been trying different tactics over the years, and I’ve made a conscious effort to learn the art of diplomacy in my words and actions. Diplomacy is the art of prioritizing alliances over battles. It has cost [...]

The Art of IEP Diplomacy2019-02-27T14:55:12-06:00
12 07, 2018

Learning to Negotiate is Part of the Advocacy Process

2018-07-12T15:09:18-05:00

Negotiating solutions to disputes and/or claims saves time and money. Most of our experience is in the civil area, but the techniques and skills in special education cases are the same. By using these techniques, we rarely are forced to take a special ed case all the way to a hearing. Here are a few techniques that have worked for us. Perhaps they will be helpful for you. […]

Learning to Negotiate is Part of the Advocacy Process2018-07-12T15:09:18-05:00
11 07, 2018

7 Communication Skill Development Tips

2018-07-23T14:30:29-05:00

Communication skills. How can parents encourage them in kids with special needs who are non-verbal? A post at Austisable (www.autisable.com) offers answers for parents asking that question. Communication Ideas for Parents The folks at Autisable asked speech experts to share their best tips for parents, and they came up with these seven suggestions. Although they are made with an eye towards kids with autism, they have value for kids with a variety of special needs. […]

7 Communication Skill Development Tips2018-07-23T14:30:29-05:00

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