Making Up Missed Services
My child has reading, speech and OT in her IEP. How many times a month are the therapist’s “allowed” to miss a session? There is nothing in IDEA or the Continue Reading →
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25% OFF Super Sale Ends Tomorrow! Last Day – June 8 Get 25% off ALL WRIGHTSLAW PRODUCTS in the Wrightslaw store during our Super Blowout Sale. Shop Now Savings on Continue Reading →
Migraines, Medication, and Missed Instruction – Requesting Eligibility
My middle school son was diagnosed with migraines at 8 years old. He takes his medication at home only because I don’t have enough to send to school. The school Continue Reading →
No F’s Allowed? Teacher Sues for Harassment & Retaliation
Sue Goudreau, a fourth grade teacher, is suing her principal and other school officials after the principal ordered teachers to alter grades so no child received a failing grade. Ms. Continue Reading →
The Candle in the Window Still Burns at Wrightslaw
The candle we lit in September 2007 for our service men and women still burns at Wrightslaw. We wanted to know what we could do to put a smile on Continue Reading →
Parent-Teacher Conference Across 8 Time Zones
Desperately wanting to be part of your child’s educational experience but finding it difficult to coordinate your schedule and attend meetings? If you think you have trouble, try taking part Continue Reading →
Changing Schools and IEPs – Tips for Civilian & Military Families
“I’m a special ed teacher who is looking for information on timelines for IEPs. My administrator said we have a “90-day” reprieve on an IEP when a new child moves Continue Reading →
Are Special Ed Teachers Required to Attend Eligibility Meetings?
I am having difficulty finding who is required to attend the initial Evaluation Team Report (ETR) meeting to determine eligibility. Are special education teachers required to attend or is it Continue Reading →
Excessive Absences Should Trigger Child Find
Can the IEP team refuse to place a child in special education due to excessive absences, even though an evaluation points to the need for placement? No, the opposite is Continue Reading →
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