20 Do’s and Don’ts for an IEP Meeting (especially if it’s tomorrow!)
If your IEP meeting is tomorrow, you don’t have much time. Read these sanity-saving tips so that you’re ready, but not overwhelmed.
IEP meeting advice for parents
What are the 6 Principles of IDEA? (and How to Apply at every IEP Meeting)
6 Principles of Special Education I have to open this post with a shout-out to blog reader Mike T. He emailed me a link to…
Are You Gaslighted at School or IEP Meetings? {Spoiler Alert: Probably!}
Gaslighting at School I remember the first time I was gaslighted at an IEP meeting. It probably wasn’t the first time, but it was the…
Can Schools Only Offer a Virtual IEP Meeting instead of In Person? | Sample Virtual IEP Meeting Agenda
Virtual IEP Meetings In the first quarter of 2020, we had no idea how much our lives were going to change. Not just for the…
What does LEA stand for in Special Education? Understand the LEA Role at your IEP Meeting.
Who or what is the LEA in Special Education? What does it stand for? Can I exclude them from my IEP meeting?
How to Not Cry at your IEP Meeting.
How to Not Cry at your IEP Meeting. Is it any wonder that Moms cry at IEP Meetings? Pretend I’ve invited you to your child’s…
How to Stay Positive when you Hate IEP Meetings | IEP Gossip
IEP Negativity Recently there was a lively discussion in our Facebook group. A teacher said something inappropriate to a student. Not sexual or anything like…
Your IEP Meeting | What to Bring | What to Expect
What to Expect at an IEP Meeting My first IEP meeting did not go well. Well, wait. Kevin has been receiving services since he was…
How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting | Checklist | Be a Better Advocate
IEP Meetings This is a really old post that I have been meaning to update for ages. I see the image show up on Pinterest…
How Long Does the School Have to Respond to an IEP Meeting Request? What about an Emergency?
Parent Request for IEP Meeting Timeline IDEA does not define this. Some state special education regulations have set a time limit on how long the…
Requesting an IEP Meeting | Who | How | Letter Templates
How to Request an IEP Meeting This one should be filed under “blog posts I never thought I’d have to do.” I never realized how…
Should I Bring Food to the IEP Meeting? | Pros and Cons
Should I bring donuts to the IEP meeting? I understand you want to be nice. You want to be the “cool parent.” But I still…
What to Wear to a Parent Teacher Conference or IEP Meeting
Does it matter what you wear to an IEP meeting? Yes. “I have an IEP meeting tomorrow, should I dress as a Storm Trooper?” Uh,…
Can a Parent Record an IEP Meeting? | Recording Laws for 50 States
Recording School IEP Meetings Can you (audio) record your IEP meeting? It’s a question that I’ve seen parents and advocates discuss quite a bit. And…
How to Effectively Communicate with your IEP Team.
How to effectively communicate with your IEP team. There is so much to say about communication in the IEP process, I could ramble all day….
IEP Meeting Checklist for Parents | Be Prepared and Confident!
IEP Preparation Checklist As an advocate, I have attended literally hundreds of IEP meetings. I know you, Moms. You’re stressed and anxious. But attending all…
How Long should an IEP Meeting be?
What is the Length of Time for an Average IEP Meeting? How long is an IEP meeting? How long should an IEP meeting be? There’s…
Yes, the IEP Meeting MUST be held at a time convenient for parents.
What does IDEA say about parents attending IEP meetings? Whew, can we please put this issue to bed, once and for all? Because I have…
7 Things you Never Want to Hear at an IEP Meeting.
Be on Alert for these phrases at your IEP Meeting. You’re sitting in your IEP meeting. Things seem to be going well. Everyone is pleasant…
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