How do I get an IEP?
Is your child struggling at school? Are his/her grades going down? Has there been an increase in behaviors, or maybe school refusal?
The best advice I can give is: Go with your gut!
Most parents come to this site with nothing more than a gut feeling that something isn’t going right. I’m here to help you define your gut feelings and turn them into action steps.
The second best piece of advice I have is: If you end up living “the IEP life” then fully immerse yourself in it. A little bit at a time.
The IEP process is overwhelming and complex. I have a ton of information on here, but don’t try to drink from the firehose.
Getting Started with IEPs
With an IEP, you don’t actually ask the team for an IEP. You ask that your child “be evaluated for special education services.” I have letter templates and all the information you need below. Or, search for the information you need.
Don’t IEP AloneWhat is an IEP? IEP stands for Individual Education Plan. It is just what it says. Children with disabilities are
Special EducationWhat to Ask for on your IEP “I don’t know what to ask for on my IEP!” That question
Special EducationRTI Response to Intervention | MTSS What is RTI at school? Who determines what RTI looks like for a kid? Can
Special EducationHow to get an IEP. Gather your thoughts about your child and their struggles at school. Decide if meeting with
Special EducationHow to Write a Letter to School You will definitely want to bookmark or pin this post. I have often
Don’t IEP AloneDenied an IEP or 504 because Grades are Good I had this client one time who has a phenomenal memory. I
Special EducationThe Difference between Dyslexia and a Specific Learning Disability Dyslexia is a type of learning disability that is a language-based
Section 504 PlansDifference Between 504 and IEP Here are some of the key differences between an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) and a 504 Plan.
Don’t IEP AloneIEP Evaluations Different variations of questions come up about IEP evaluations all the time. Parents are unclear about timelines, what
Special EducationMy son keeps getting sent home from school! We all know the feeling. Your phone rings. You look. It’s
Don’t IEP AloneSchool Truancy I looked at the mom/client sitting next to me in at truancy court, and gave her hand
Special EducationIEP For as much time as I spending talking and teaching parents about IEPs, I don’t think I’ve
Special EducationI asked for an IEP and was offered a 504/RTI instead. I have lots of friends who are teachers. One