IMO, Passing from Grade to Grade Means Little
The district evaluation and our IEE show my 8th grade daughter has regressed and is falling far behind. Reading – 5th grade level. Math – 4th grade level. Verbal score Continue Reading →
Male Parapros for Female Students – A Good Idea?
The school assigned a male parapro to my daughter with mild mental disabilities. I’m concerned about her safety and modesty. We are not comfortable with this. What can we do Continue Reading →
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Wrightslaw Back to School Sale. Take advantage of 25% off and FREE Shipping and order Wrightslaw Books and Training CD Rom’s today. Free Shipping with a $50 or more purchase! Continue Reading →
Paper Trails: Your Word Against Theirs – Not a Good Position!
A parent writes, The IEP has been ongoing for a year now. There have been endless problems: – IEP is still unsigned – procedural errors by the team – no Continue Reading →
Can We Bring My Daughter’s AT Device Home?
My daughter has assistive technology written into her IEP. I requested to borrow the mobile stander she uses school, for trial at home. The PT claims the school cannot loan Continue Reading →
Ready, Set, Go! Get a Positive Start this School Year (Part 2)
Parent-teacher team building early facilitates the continuation of the good start through the rest of the year! Great suggestions for starting things off on a positive note when school begins! Continue Reading →
Ready, Set, Go! Get a Positive Start this School Year
Parent-teacher team building early facilitates the continuation of the good start through the rest of the year! Great suggestions for starting things off on a positive note when school begins! Continue Reading →
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New Information – Live Feed Registration Option Now Available! $99 -Includes morning coffee and books. No breakfast or lunch served. Details are available here! Did you know the peak color Continue Reading →
10 Things Sped Advocates Should NEVER Do at an IEP Meeting
1. Asking the music therapist to include IEP goals that include Karaoke songs from the last Kenny G album – or role modeling from the Dolly Parton does the best Continue Reading →
DOE Guidance on Legal Obligations for Extracurricular Activities
U.S. Department of Education Clarifies Schools’ Obligation to Provide Equal Opportunity to Students with Disabilities to Participate in Extracurricular Athletics “Participation in extracurricular athletics can be a critical part of Continue Reading →
