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The Stakes are High! Learn the Art of IEP Diplomacy

Posted on 12/15/2016 by Wrightslaw — 1 Comment ↓

During IEP season the stakes are high.  Parents and teachers alike go into those meetings full of emotions and ideas.  Sometimes I am surprised that what is unsaid seems just Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, IEPs, Strategies | Tagged effective advocacy strategies, IEPs, Karen Wang | 1 Comment ↓

It’s in the bag with…The Wright Tote IEP Kit

Posted on 12/08/2016 by Wrightslaw — Leave a reply

Need to get organized before your next IEP meeting? Carry confidence in The Wright Tote IEP Kit. The perfect size for on the go storage and organization of your child’s Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Wrightslaw Products | Tagged Advocacy Supplies, The Wright Tote IEP Kit, Wrightslaw Advocate's Store | Leave a reply

Take Care of Yourself! Special Ed Can Consume Your Life

Posted on 11/17/2016 by Wrightslaw — 1 Comment ↓

Raising a special needs child can be overwhelming. If you are not careful, special education can consume your life. Many parents drive themselves until they are exhausted and burned out. Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Strategies | Tagged advocacy strategies, Tips | 1 Comment ↓

Documenting Disagreements with the IEP Team

Posted on 08/16/2016 by Wrightslaw — Leave a reply

Do you and the school disagree over your child’s IEP? School’s assessment not complete? Proposed IEP goals not appropriate? Effective reading program not available at your school? Other concerns? If Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, IEPs, Parent-School Disputes, Strategies | Tagged disagreements with the school, IEPs, writing letters | Leave a reply

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Posted on 05/16/2016 by Wrightslaw — Leave a reply

Our publisher, Harbor House Law Press, Inc., offers a special 40% discount on bulk orders of all Wrightslaw products. This discount is available on orders of 20 or more books Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, IDEA 2004, Special Ed Law, Wrightslaw Products | Tagged Advocacy, Special Education Law | Leave a reply

Can’t Get the Doctor to Your IEP Meeting? There Is a Way Out!

Posted on 03/24/2016 by Community — 1 Comment ↓

Problem: All too often, the child’s doctor or therapist will nod sympathetically when the parent describes the difficulties encountered attempting to get the child the support he or she needs Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Strategies | Tagged Accommodations | 1 Comment ↓

Negotiating With the School: You Need a Good Game Plan!

Posted on 03/17/2016 by Wrightslaw — 2 Comments ↓

As a parent, you negotiate with the school for services. To be a successful negotiator, you must understand the system and how it works. You need a good game plan! Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Parent Rights & Responsibilities | Tagged Advocacy Game Plan, parent rights and responsibilities | 2 Comments ↓

I Need a Template for a Section 504 Plan!

Posted on 01/14/2016 by Wrightslaw — 2 Comments ↓

I am an Intervention teacher in a catholic school. As a catholic school, we are not obligated to do a 504 plan. Where can I get templates to write our Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Discrimination / Section 504 / ADAA, Section 504 | Tagged ADHD, Model 504 Plans, Section 504 Plan | 2 Comments ↓

Hot Topics: Quick Picks

Posted on 10/15/2015 by Wrightslaw — 2 Comments ↓

My Child Needs PE. May I request that the school put at least 10 minutes a day of physical activity for my child on his IEP? If your child has Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Parent Rights & Responsibilities, Placement | Tagged Adapted PE, Adapted Physical Education, classroom observations, Confidentiality, parental consent, PE, Placement, Privacy | 2 Comments ↓

Got Questions? Wrightslaw Has Answers!

Posted on 09/29/2015 by Wrightslaw — 2 Comments ↓

Looking for information on Wrightslaw.com? Watch the video “Wrightslaw Provides Answers to Your Questions.” You’ll find the video at the top of our main Wrightslaw page. Pete created a five Continue Reading →

Posted in Advocacy, Legal Decisions | 2 Comments ↓

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