Denying Access to IEPs for Regular Ed Teachers
I am a regular ed teacher. It’s been weeks since I started teaching at a new school, and I have no idea who is on an IEP or 504. I Continue Reading →
Adding Parent Input to the IEP – Here’s How!
Last week we posted about using an IEP Parent Attachment to add input to your child’s IEP. We heard immediately from Daunna who wrote: The question was “How can I Continue Reading →
Fall Lineup – Wrightslaw Conferences
School has started for some or is just around the corner for others. Time to check out the fall lineup for Wrightslaw conferences. September 18, 2009: Indianapolis, IN – IDEA Continue Reading →
The School Won’t Let Me Add Input to My Child’s IEP
I wrote a “parent IEP attachment” and asked that it be included with my child’s IEP. The special education coordinator refused. She said my input could not be attached to Continue Reading →
Teacher Fired, Isolation Room Closed, Lawsuit Pending
The following video (taken from a school surveillance tape) is a shocking report of videotaped abuse of a 14 year old boy who has autism. [Video no longer available] This Continue Reading →
Last Chance for Summer Reading Projects
Thanks to Chicago Special Education Examiner, Kindall Nelson, who reviews and recommends books every parent of a child with special needs should read. Several of Kindall’s favorites, she says are Continue Reading →
Inspiration from Eunice Kennedy Shriver: A Woman With So Much to Do
“You are the stars and the world is watching you. By your presence, you send a message to every village, every city, every nation. A message of hope. A message Continue Reading →
Interpreter as Teacher? Not in IDEA
My son is deaf and low functioning. What are the laws about using an interpreter as a teacher? My son’s education team feels that this is appropriate. I don’t. What Continue Reading →
Parent Advocate? You’re a Natural!
Who is your child’s first teacher? You are. Who is your child’s most important role model? You are. Who is responsible for your child’s welfare? You are. Who has your Continue Reading →
“I Urge You to Ensure That Every Student in Every School is Safe and Protected”
In a July 31 letter, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan described his reaction to testimony before Congress on the use of restraints and seclusion in public schools. He advised school Continue Reading →
