How Can I Get My Son’s IEP Updated for College?
My son’s IEP was last updated in 3rd grade. He is now a senior at a private christian school. How can I get his IEP updated for college? There are Continue Reading →
Author Archives: Pete Wright
New! at Wrightslaw: Allergies / Anaphylaxis
A child with an allergy, asthma, even diabetes, has an “episodic” condition which, as a result of the amendments to ADA, normally qualifies the public school child for the protections Continue Reading →
Determining Evaluation Timelines
How long does a school have evaluate a child after a formal request is made and all consent paperwork is signed? How many days before the school district is required Continue Reading →
Profoundly Gifted Kids: Bored Out of Their Minds?
Profoundly gifted children get no attention at their level of ability. They are ignored, expected to just be happy getting their easy A’s. These children need a challenge. Instead, they are Continue Reading →
School Resistance to Parent Letters of Request for Evaluations
I submitted a written request for an evaluation that included my parental consent for the eval. They would not accept my letter of request including a statement of written parental Continue Reading →
What Happens First in my State? Mediation Before Filing a State Complaint?
Must mediation take place first – before a parent files a State Complaint? I live in Wyoming. The specifics and mechanics of mediation vary from state to state. In many states, Continue Reading →
Advice About 10-Day Notice Letters to the School
“Do you have any advice about the ’10 day notice letter’ to the school that parents are required to send if they plan to place their child in a private Continue Reading →
When is PT a “Medical Issue” – and NOT the School’s Responsiblity?
My 3 year old son has Angelman’s syndrome and has just started walking independently. He has a one-to-one aide in the school-based prek program. The school is saying they do Continue Reading →
Dealing with a Verbally Abusive Teacher
My son has a sensory processing disorder but did not qualify for special ed or OT. His teacher is militaristic, verbally harsh, and impatient. My son comes home crying and Continue Reading →
Our Roots – Opening the School House Doors
I recorded the HBO special about Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall (7/2/1908 – 1/24/1993) and just watched it. It was so moving it brought me to tears. In 1896, the Continue Reading →
