Really, you do. Enough already. {And please don't comment without reading the article}| A Day in our Shoes
Are you trying to get an IEP for autism, anxiety or ADHD? It doesn't matter, the process is the same. It's kinda weird that I have 100s of articles about IEPs, and I've never done a post on how to request an IEP. Sometimes I get so wrapped up in IEP issues and helping parents| A Day in our Shoes
One of the most frustrating parts of my job as an advocate is knowing or remembering the little detaily things about special education laws for the various states. I actually live in the little corner of Pennsylvania where it meets both Delaware and Maryland. I could walk to both state borders if I had to| A Day in our Shoes
Pros and Cons of Homeschooling In recent years, many of us were thrown into some version of homeschooling that we never planned on. Those experiences have caused many parents to reevaluate their IEP situation, their family situation and wonder...should I just homeschool my child? Making the decision to homeschool your child is huge and one| A Day in our Shoes
Neuropsych Evaluations If your child has an IEP, and you've been immersed in the world of special education, at some point you have probably heard| A Day in our Shoes
For almost 10 years, readers have been asking me questions about an IEP and autism. It's quite common in our message boards to have a| A Day in our Shoes
I find that 'IEP Stay Put' or 'pendency' is one of the most misunderstood concepts of the IEP process. Many parents ask me to send| A Day in our Shoes
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| A Day in our Shoes
IEP Laws and Regulations Several years ago, I was at a fundraiser. It was for an agency that assists disabled people. So, naturally, they had| A Day in our Shoes
Not only is IEP placement one of the most debated topics among parents, it's also one of the most contentious issues you will have with| A Day in our Shoes
Different variations of questions come up about IEP evaluations all the time. Parents are unclear about timelines, what tests to ask for and sometimes get| 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
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
What Qualifies a Child for an IEP? What is an IEP student? Is it only for learning disabilities, and what are they? All explained by| A Day in our Shoes
What is OHI on the IEP? A thorough explanation of the Other Health Impairments eligibility category, including ADHD and its listing under OHI Eligibility.| A Day in our Shoes