Did this help?A Parents’ Guide to FBAs, Behaviors, Behavior Plans and more. In the IEP process, there is little that bothers me more than when I hear about one of our kids repeatedly being suspended, and the group will ask, “Does he have an FBA and behavior plan?” To which the parent responds “What’s an […]
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You might want to add this to your child’s IEP. It could prevent suspensions.
Did this help?Important items that must be on your child’s IEP. “I got a call to pick up my daughter today because she put a child in a choke hold.” That’s what one of our group members posted recently. Sounds awful, right? I mean, obviously that child needs a behavior plan. But wait, there’s more- […]
Homework and your IEP~A guide for parents.
Did this help?Homework and your IEP~a guide for parents. I know many families who are tired of the tears, the battles and the general unpleasantness that is homework. Especially if your child has an IEP. So, here are some things to think about, things to look at in your specific situation and accommodations you can […]
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A Parents’ Guide to FBAs, Behaviors, Behavior Plans and more.
Did this help?A Parents’ Guide to FBAs, Behaviors, Behavior Plans and more. In the IEP process, there is little that bothers me more than when I hear about one of our kids repeatedly being suspended, and the group will ask, “Does he have an FBA and behavior plan?” To which the parent responds “What’s an […]
You might want to add this to your child’s IEP. It could prevent suspensions.
Did this help?Important items that must be on your child’s IEP. “I got a call to pick up my daughter today because she put a child in a choke hold.” That’s what one of our group members posted recently. Sounds awful, right? I mean, obviously that child needs a behavior plan. But wait, there’s more- […]
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Which is better, a 504 or an IEP?
Did this help?What is the difference between a 504 and an IEP? The school has told you that they want to move your child from an IEP to a 504. So, should you? What is the difference between a 504 and an IEP? What will this mean for your child? Which is better, a 504 […]
How to write an OCR complaint that rocks! {Section 504, ADA, Title IX, etc.}
Did this help?How to File an Office of Civil Rights (OCR) Complaint for Special Education {Section 504, ADA, etc.} I know, we complain too much. What can I say, it’s a complaints-based system. One of the remedies that parents have in special education is to file a complaint with your Office of Civil Rights. It’s […]
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Homework and your IEP~A guide for parents.
Did this help?Homework and your IEP~a guide for parents. I know many families who are tired of the tears, the battles and the general unpleasantness that is homework. Especially if your child has an IEP. So, here are some things to think about, things to look at in your specific situation and accommodations you can […]
How to use the Snapshot IEP in your next Parent-Teacher meeting.
Did this help?How to use the Snapshot IEP in your next Parent-Teacher meeting. When I was a special educator in Maryland, we provided an IEP “Snapshot” to all of our general educators who had a student with an IEP in their class. We knew that teachers could be overwhelmed when they saw the humongous IEPs […]
everything you need for a Food Allergy Inclusive Halloween
Did this help?Have you heard of the Teal Pumpkin Project? Fantastic idea! Tips and treat lists so your house can be a part of a Food Allergy Inclusive Halloween for all kids! Includes where to buy Allergen Free Halloween Candy. As a parent, I can barely imagine the stress of your child having a life […]
Visiting Knoebel’s? Then you need to read this. {Sensory Friendly Travel Review}
Knoebel’s Travel Tips & Discounts One of my favorite places to visit is Knoebel’s in Elysburg, PA. I have been going there ever since I was a toddler, and my (now deceased) grandmother even went there as a child. It’s that kind of place. Even though it’s a 2+ hour trek for us now, we […]