The Wrightslaw Way

Upset with the IEP process? Concerned about the constant chaos at IEP meetings? Have trouble maintaining control in your dealings with the school?  Turn that “chronic complainer” label around. Kill them with kindness. Personal notes, treats at meetings, and accentuating the positive first are strategies that will help. Having Difficulty With Your Child’s Teacher? Is […]

(Moved from the Community Helpline) Our district allows all general education students to attend the high school of their choice in the district. But the district refused to allow our son Rob to attend the high school of his choice because he has an IEP. This policy would force Rob to attend a different school […]

I had an interesting question from CB. I’ll post my response to her – many of you may have the same concerns. Here’s the background. She has two children with autism. In her state, each county operates a “Special Services School District” for children with disabilities. Her older son attends a county run school (technically […]