Special education due process hearing
What happens when you have your IEP meeting and the school doesn’t give your child what you want? Do you give up or is there way to fight their decision? The answer is yes, you can fight their decision. You can take it to a due process hearing. This hearing is basically a trial where […]
How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting
Studies have shown that one in six children are diagnosed with a developmental disability. IEP meetings are the only way to get the special accommodations needed so that your child can have a proper education. Failing to prepare for these meetings can disqualify you from having important accommodations and services. Here is a typical IEP meeting checklist followed […]
What is an IEP Plan? An Introduction
What is an IEP Plan? An IEP stands for Individualized Education Plan for children who have disabilities. This is a plan that is a contract between the family and the school district that outlines what the child is expected to learn while at the current school. Any child who has a disability is eligible for […]