How long is a benchmark goal on an IEP? And what is the difference between IEP goal benchmarks and IEP goal objectives?| A Day in our Shoes
Over the years, I cannot even count how many times I've been asked if I have a FAPE checklist on the site. Now, I can finally answer with a 'Yes!' With input from teachers, advocates, parents and even a few school admins who I had look over this, this free FAPE compliance checklist is a| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: Learn the IDEA wording about scheduling IEP meetings and parental participation. Whew, can we please put this issue to bed, once and for all? Because I have had it up to here (I'm pointing to my forehead, lol) with schools telling parents that 'we only have IEP meetings at 7 or 2.' Or something| A Day in our Shoes
You met, you documented, you collected data and have an IEP that you feel hopeful about. Then, it's not being followed. It's a common parent complaint. Your school, teacher or IEP team is not following the IEP. In non-compliance. Whatever the reason, your IEP is not being followed. Here are some steps that you can take| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: If your disabled child is in the 0-3 age range, you may have some questions about IDEA part C and Early Intervention Services. Here's| A Day in our Shoes
If your school district does not give your child the special education services they are supposed to, you may be able to get what is| A Day in our Shoes
Does your child keep getting sent home from school? Is the school constantly calling you to come pick them up due to behaviors? That's an| A Day in our Shoes
Many parents, as they learn the IEP process, begin to understand that IDEA is the main law that defines IEPs and special education. Of course,| A Day in our Shoes
In the first quarter of 2020, we had no idea how much our lives were going to change. Not just for the next couple of| A Day in our Shoes
Any IEP team member will tell you--IEP meetings are a big deal. Trying to gather 5 or 10 people with various schedules is challenging. But,| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: Can an IEP meeting be held without parents? What does IDEA say about this, and what should you do if the IEP team is| A Day in our Shoes
I have a friend and there are 18 school staff people at her IEP meetings. I've mentioned many times before how large Kevin's IEP team| A Day in our Shoes
Mediation, meee--deee-aayyy-shun! I'm singing that in the Cat in the Hat tune. Have you seen that episode where he sings about hibernation? Well, that's what| A Day in our Shoes
If your child has an IEP, you undoubtedly are surrounded by special education acronyms all the time. One of the more frequently used acronyms is| A Day in our Shoes
I looked at the mom/client sitting next to me at truancy court and gave her hand a squeeze. She looked up and gave me a| A Day in our Shoes
Video cameras are everywhere these days, including inside our schools. I often get inquiries from parents asking about their rights, and whether or not they| A Day in our Shoes
'Every child deserves to be treated with dignity, be free from abuse, and treated as a unique individual with individual needs, strengths and circumstances. US| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: Private schools can provide special education but are not required to provide FAPE. It gets complicated, so read on to fully understand your rights| A Day in our Shoes
I'm a self-professed weirdo, but I just love NOREPs. Love love love them. Early on when I first became an advocate, I only worked in| A Day in our Shoes
Can a student refuse an IEP or can a parent refuse special education? It's weird to me, because as an advocate, I've spent over a| A Day in our Shoes
When does an IEP end? How do you end an IEP? What is the IEP age range?I know what you're thinking. '21!' is what you| A Day in our Shoes
I'd be willing to be my house and my car that 99% of all IEP parents have experienced the 'Let's just wait and see.' It's| A Day in our Shoes
You're sitting in your IEP meeting. Things seem to be going well. Everyone is pleasant and there's a constructive conversation. But your gut is telling| A Day in our Shoes
What to know about getting a 1:1 aide or para on your child's IEP. From what qualifies a child for a 1:1 aide to getting| A Day in our Shoes
Does your IEP team call you 'Mom' at IEP meetings? Are you comfortable with that? Let's explore the pros and cons to this common gesture,| A Day in our Shoes
Who or what is the LEA in Special Education? What does it stand for? Can I exclude them from my IEP meeting?| A Day in our Shoes
Can you (audio) record your IEP meeting? It's a question that I've seen parents and advocates discuss quite a bit. And like all the other| A Day in our Shoes
Speaking to you as a parent, I hope that you never have to know what a Manifestation Determination is. Or that you never have to| A Day in our Shoes
What does IDEA say about required members of an IEP team? And what are their roles and responsibilities? All explained by an Special Education Advocate.| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: How long does the school have to respond to an IEP meeting request? And, what are the guidelines for an emergency IEP meeting? All| A Day in our Shoes
Since 2010, I have attended hundreds of IEP meetings and met with hundreds of families. And, with the large online message boards, the other admins| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: Learn the child's role at an IEP meeting, and why they should work toward full participation and even running their IEP meeting. Should my| A Day in our Shoes
I'm going to wag my finger at you--from this day forward, you do a Parent Concerns Letter for your IEP. Every.single.time. No more 'Well I| A Day in our Shoes
Inside: Learn how to STOP STRESSING out over IEP meetings, and be your child's best advocate. A Special Education Advocate who has attended hundreds of| A Day in our Shoes