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So You Think You Need an Expert: A Cautionary Tale
So You Think You Need an Expert: A Cautionary Tale Part I: Mistakes Parents Make When Seeking a Better IEP or 504 Plan Parents may know their children...
You can make Summer Camp a part of your Child’s IEP Program
By Theresa Sullivan, B.S, A.A.S. Because of Covid-19 restrictions, many of our students have spent the last 12 months indoors, looking at computer...
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As summer days flow toward a new school year — or as a new school looms on the horizon — many parents of children with special needs feel a familiar mix of emotions: hope, uncertainty, and more than a little anxiety. Will the new teacher get my child? Will the...
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What Is a Manifestation Determination Review — and What Happens If the School Gets It Wrong?
A Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) can feel overwhelming. It’s overwhelming because it can significantly impact your child’s education. Understanding what’s happening and knowing your rights gives you the confidence to move forward in the best direction....
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