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It is not uncommon for children with physical or developmental disabilities to have specific medical needs as well. For example, a child with cerebral palsy may experience seizures. California parents may have extensive experience when it comes to managing their...
Schools, parents, and even government leaders agree that physical education is a critical part of a child’s school day. It promotes the importance of exercise and activity for your health and overall well-being. Physical education is important for all students,...
Your child’s school says they do not have the funding to provide all of the services outlined in your child’s independent education program (IEP). This does not seem right to you. So, what should you do in this situation? Three steps you can take It can be stressful...
There are many types of services that a child with disabilities can obtain through special education. In a previous blog post, we discussed the basics of supplementary services. However, it is also common for children in special education programs to receive related...
Adapting educational materials and providing accommodations are some of the pillars of special education. Some of those accommodations include supplementary aids and services, which are key aspects of special education. So, what do these services entail? How can they...
You requested your child’s school to assess your child for a learning disability. However, what happens after the school’s evaluation? What are your next steps? Your next steps will depend on whether or not you agree with the results of the school’s assessment of your...
As your child grows older, their needs will change – both in their personal lives and education. Their independent education program (IEP) should reflect those changes. This is especially important as your child enters high school, and takes one step closer to...
As we have discussed in previous blog posts, the first step to retaining special education services for your child is generally an evaluation. Whether the school conducts this evaluation, or you obtain an independent educational evaluation (IEE) from a private agency,...
It is not news to hear about the teacher shortages affecting schools across the country. This issue was already particularly prevalent in special education programs for years – and the pandemic only made matters worse. Parents of students with disabilities may be...
According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), your child has a disability that could make them eligible to receive special education services. However, the school’s evaluation found that your child does not need an individual education program...