In the past 10 days, I have presented the same webinar three times to three different groups of IEP parents. And, as often happens, I see trends among IEP issues that parents are dealing with. The ...

If your kid is still writing their name backwards or turning “b” into “d” on the regular—you’re in the right place. This set of Alphabet Tracing Worksheets is designed to help young learners build ...

If you’re a parent navigating the IEP waters in Illinois (and let’s face it, you are), knowing your state’s regulations is going to be essential going forward. The federal law, the Individuals with ...

Whether you’re teaching social-emotional learning or just want to spark meaningful reflection, these kindness-themed writing prompts encourage kids (and adults!) to think about empathy, gratitude, and ...

Several years ago, I was in Juvenile Court with a teen client. I was her IEP advocate, but on this day I was there for moral support. The grandmother had asked me to speak to the judge about her ...

Ever stumble across the phrase “supplemental educational services” in your kid’s IEP and think, What even is that? Is it a fancy way of saying tutoring? Is it something extra? Is it code for something ...

Ok, so social media has been in a tizzy for the past week over this. Here’s what we know so far, as far as the possible OSEP shutdown and the Special Education Layoffs. This is longer than I had ...

You’ve been told you have parents rights in special education. At every IEP meeting, someone slides a thick booklet across the table: Procedural Safeguards, Parents’ Rights, Notice of Action, whatever ...

When parents first hear the phrase Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), it can feel overwhelming and abstract. You might wonder, “Okay, but what does that actually look like in a classroom?” The ...

You know that moment when you realize your kid has been “getting support” for months (or years), and still can’t decode a simple word or solve a basic math problem? Yeah. That. It’s one of the most ...

Back-to-school season is full of big feelings—excitement, nerves, and everything in between. Whether you’re a parent or teacher, these free printable coloring pages can be a fun and calming activity ...

If you’re staring at a blank “Meet the Teacher” letter and considering just taping your Bitmoji to a sticky note…I’ve got you. This free PDF includes a bunch of Meet the Teacher templates and examples ...