One of the most frustrating parts of my job as an advocate is knowing or remembering the little detaily things about special ...

During a school shooter drill at a local elementary school, the alarm blared, and the announcement instructed everyone to ...

One of the more frustrating aspects of “IEP life” is the perceived lack of accountability as far as parents being able to hold schools accountable. Now, I expect some pushback here from school staff, ...

A pumpkin spice sensory bin is simple to make, smells heavenly, and is full of textures and surprises that will keep your kids occupied longer than you can say “extra foam.” Plus, it’s a fantastic way ...

Hey there, IEP parent! I have been in your shoes (see what I did there?). I am on this same journey, as I am a parent to a disabled child myself. And now, in addition to being a blogger since 2008, I ...

Ever feel like the difference between an IEP goal and an IEP objective is as clear as mud? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This is a question that comes up all the time. And hey, if it makes you feel ...

Hey there! Ever notice how having a conversation feels like a natural, easy flow for some kids and an impossible task for others? Well, that’s because conversation skills are actually something most ...

Have you heard of being a special education surrogate parent? The slang for it is actually educational surrogate, and the special education or IEP part is assumed. Many times parents ask me how they ...

When I was a special educator in Maryland, we provided an IEP Snapshot to all of our general educators who had a student with an IEP in their class. We knew that teachers could be overwhelmed when ...

Many parents and caregivers struggle to manage aggressive behavior in children. These are the situations that can deteriorate a situation quickly–because many schools have zero tolerance policies ...