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4 10, 2017

Writing IEP Goals

kristina@partnerstx.org2019-10-03T14:35:16-05:00

Creating an IEP with a team of people who are all there to design a good educational program for one unique child can be a pleasure. It can also be very productive. When the whole team has the same level of understanding about IEPs, it is even better. Sounds like crazy talk? Just ask those who have seen it happen. The big winner here is the child. A Lesson in Writing IEP Goals An IEP is good educational programming. Good IEPs set the standard for good education. Each part of the IEP addresses an important part of educational planning. The IEP [...]

Writing IEP Goalskristina@partnerstx.org2019-10-03T14:35:16-05:00

4 10, 2017

5 Common Techniques for Helping Struggling Students

Zach Hidalgo2019-10-03T10:56:23-05:00

Teachers know that students walk into their classrooms with a wide range of abilities. But teachers try to find ways to meet the needs of all students, including those with learning and attention issues. Here are five common teaching methods. 1. Differentiated Instruction With this approach, teachers change and switch around what students need to learn, how they’ll learn it, and how to get the material across to them. When a student struggles in one area, the teacher creates a plan that includes extra practice, step-by-step directions, and special homework. Find out more about differentiated instruction. 2. Scaffolding This is a [...]

5 Common Techniques for Helping Struggling StudentsZach Hidalgo2019-10-03T10:56:23-05:00

3 10, 2017

Protections for Students Not Yet Identified as Eligible for Special Education

Zach Hidalgo2018-07-23T14:21:22-05:00

The parent may assert any of the IDEA protections (i.e. manifestation determination, due process hearing, mediation, complaint, and functional behavior assessment) if the LEA has knowledge that the student is a student with a disability before the behavior that precipitated the disciplinary action occurs. When a parent asserts IDEA protections, the LEA must determine if it has a basis of knowledge or not. […]

Protections for Students Not Yet Identified as Eligible for Special EducationZach Hidalgo2018-07-23T14:21:22-05:00

2 10, 2017

Is Your Child’s PLAAFP a Flop? Webinar

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:06:00-05:00

Join us on October 17 @ 12:15 p.m. CST for this FREE webinar where we will discuss a key component of your child’s IEP - the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP). Why is the PLAAFP important? Think of the IEP as a road map guiding your child from a beginning level of performance to a higher level of performance. To plan effectively, you need to know where your child is starting out and what obstacles he or she may face along the way. Present levels (PLAAFP) are the starting point for setting IEP goals and measuring progress toward these goals. Register at https://partnerstx.webex.com

Is Your Child’s PLAAFP a Flop? Webinarkristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:06:00-05:00

26 09, 2017

Identifying Struggling Students

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:06:15-05:00

Early and accurate identification of learning disabilities and ADHD in schools can set struggling students on a path for success. But identification can be influenced by many factors—and too often is not happening early enough. Not all children with learning and attention issues are identified in school as having a disability. Students who are identified by schools as having a disability may qualify for one of two types of assistance. An Individualized Education Program (IEP) provides specially designed instruction, accommodations, modifications and related services such as speech-language therapy to students who qualify for special education. A 504 plan provides accommodations and [...]

Identifying Struggling Studentskristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:06:15-05:00

26 09, 2017

Inadequate IEPs and a Child’s Placement in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

kristina@partnerstx.org2024-04-12T14:28:18-05:00

PRN note: While this was written for New Jersey parents, the basic concepts apply in all states. The second factor listed is from a fifth Circuit Court case against a Texas school. An inadequate IEP will make it difficult to consider any child’s placement in an organized way. To assist schools and parents, the department has developed and widely distributed a model form that addresses all the required IEP components. Next, each placement option is examined not only as it currently exists, but also as it might be modified. Then, each educational placement option is examined [...]

Inadequate IEPs and a Child’s Placement in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)kristina@partnerstx.org2024-04-12T14:28:18-05:00

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