kristina@partnerstx.org, Author at Partners Resource Network

9 01, 2018

10 Things to Know about the ADA

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:10-05:00

1. Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act. It’s a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation and all public and private places that are open to the general public. There are five sections, referred to in the law as “titles” that detail the rights of approximately 54 million Americans with disabilities. The ADA impacts employers, schools, businesses and transportation providers. The US Department of Justice (DOJ), the main federal agency that enforces the ADA, has a comprehensive frequently asked [...]

10 Things to Know about the ADAkristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:10-05:00

9 01, 2018

What Do Reading Levels Tell Us?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:19-05:00

Q: My child is in second grade and her report card includes a reading level, but I don’t know what it means. How can I find out what the level means so that I can understand what my daughter needs help with? A: The reading level that you’re referring to is either a number or a letter, which is meant to tell you if your child is reading at grade level. It is based on an assessment called a running record—a record that shows which words the student can and can’t read. But what this assessment does not provide is a [...]

What Do Reading Levels Tell Us?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:19-05:00

8 01, 2018

How the Age of Majority affects an IEP

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-01-08T11:46:09-06:00

What is the age of majority? The age in which the child will now be considered an adult and MUST receive notice of an IEP meeting, consent to an evaluation, select the participants of an IEP meeting, attend an IEP meeting and consent to the contents of an IEP. These rights must be explained no later than one year prior to the age of majority. The age of majority is most commonly the 18th birthday but could be different based on the State you live in. In Texas, the age of majority is 18. Why does the age of majority matter? [...]

How the Age of Majority affects an IEPkristina@partnerstx.org2018-01-08T11:46:09-06:00

8 01, 2018

How to Use IDEA 2004 to Improve Your Child’s Special Education

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:34-05:00

Prior to IDEA 2004 the standard for a Free, Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) was that schools had to provide services so that the child received some educational benefit. Congress said that the purpose of IDEA 2004 is to provide FAPE that “emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their (the child’s) unique needs and prepare them for further education, employment and independent living.” “Further education” is an outcome that had not been stated previously. This sets a higher standard for parents to push for their child. […]

How to Use IDEA 2004 to Improve Your Child’s Special Educationkristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:34-05:00

4 01, 2018

17 Tips for Getting Quality Special Education Services for Your Child

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-01-29T11:06:50-06:00

Before the IEP Meeting [rescue_toggle title=”Individualized Education Program”]The IEP is developed at a meeting with required staff and the parent(s). For more information on IEPs, click here. [/rescue_toggle] 1. Request Needed Assessments in Writing or Get Independent Assessments Your child can be assessed in any area of suspected disability and for any services needed for him to benefit from school. For example, assessments may be done to determine/identify: Reading or math levels Modifications needed to fully include your child Therapy services (OT, PT, speech, mental health) Assistive technology like a communication device. If you disagree with the school district’s assessment, you [...]

17 Tips for Getting Quality Special Education Services for Your Childkristina@partnerstx.org2019-01-29T11:06:50-06:00

3 01, 2018

I don’t think my child’s IEP is working, what do I do?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:54-05:00

Before scheduling an IEP meeting to discuss your concerns, do some homework. Your initial concern may not be the primary cause of your child’s difficulty. 1. List each of your concerns. Next, look for data to support your concerns. Talk with the teacher informally if this feels comfortable. 2. Gather your child’s IEP and any assessments. If you aren’t sure you have everything, write a letter asking the school to provide you with copies. The school has 5 days to provide you with the information that you requested. 3. Review the assessments and IEP papers and make sure you understand these documents. [...]

I don’t think my child’s IEP is working, what do I do?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:54-05:00

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