If you’ve spent more than 5 minutes with me around IEP time, you know this process is the bane of my existence. It starts with a fundamental… Read more “4 Suggestions for a Better IEP Meeting”
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Summer Vacation Does Not Exist for My Family.
This is the time of year that you tend to see lots of posts on parenting blogs about summer vacation, summer fun, what to do with… Read more “Summer Vacation Does Not Exist for My Family.”
Why Parents Have a Hard Time Talking to Teachers About Their Children’s Needs
The girl’s violence struck the library like a bolt of lightning, drawing a gasp from the teacher and the librarian alike. Awkwardness soon followed the initial shock,… Read more “Why Parents Have a Hard Time Talking to Teachers About Their Children’s Needs”
Two Great Resources for Connecticut Parents of Children with Special Educational Needs
It’s been a while since I’ve written anything directly pertaining to the work I do with families of children with disabilities. I am a special education attorney… Read more “Two Great Resources for Connecticut Parents of Children with Special Educational Needs”
Students with Disabilities, Public Schools & Standardized Testing
This article popped up in my Facebook newsfeed the other day. You should read it, but I’ll summarize it by explaining that it’s by a mother of… Read more “Students with Disabilities, Public Schools & Standardized Testing”
Back to School: Special Needs Edition
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? Back to school! New clothes, new pencils, new class lists, new medication authorization forms, new IEPs, new explanations… Read more “Back to School: Special Needs Edition”