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How to Make Sure Your Child’s IEP Is Actually Implemented This School Year

I’m sure last year, after your IEP meeting was over, you breathed a small sigh of relief.

But here’s what no one tells you:

Just having an IEP meeting isn’t enough.

You have to make sure it’s actually implemented.

 ...

Every spring, my inbox floods with emails from parents saying:

“I wish I’d called you sooner.”

“I didn’t realize how long this would take.”

“I thought the school would handle it, but they didn’t.”

And I get it. You’re hoping the school will step up. And it feels like there’s time.

But here’s th...

Summer brings a much-needed breath of fresh air for parents like us.

The alarms stop buzzing before sunrise, the homework battles take a backseat, and for a while, you get to just be….without the constant stress that often comes with school.

But here’s the truth most schools don’t tell you: 

The ...

Let’s pull back the curtain for a minute.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work with an IEP advocate (like me) let me tell you…

My number one priority is getting your child the services and support they need as fast as possible.

Not eventually.

Not “someday.”

Now.

Because ...

There's a moment I'll never forget.

I was sitting across from a mom who had fought for three years to get her son the speech services he needed. 

She'd been told "no" so many times she started believing maybe she was wrong.

But I knew better. 

After our first IEP meeting together, he...

The sound of the school year is marching forward, whether we're ready or not!

As a special education advocate (and fellow special needs parent), I've seen it happen countless times. 

Parents sense their child needs support, but they're not sure where to start. 

They research, they worry, th...

Why February is the Perfect Time to Check Your Child's IEP Progress

Most schools are officially halfway through the school year. 

While your child's IEP team should be monitoring progress throughout the year, this midpoint presents the perfect opportunity to take a closer look at how things ...

If you’re a parent navigating the world of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)...

You’ve probably felt overwhelmed at some point. 

Maybe it’s the technical jargon, the lack of clarity in your child’s goals, or the feeling that the school isn’t truly addressing your child’s actual needs....

If you’re a parent with a child on an IEP (Individualized Education Plan), then I guarantee you’ve probably felt frustrated at some point. 

Maybe your child isn’t making progress, or something just doesn’t feel right, but you can’t quite put your finger on it. 

You might even wonder, “Is ...

Can you believe it’s already November? 

The holiday season is creeping up, and while we’re all daydreaming about cozy sweaters, hot cocoa, and much-needed breaks, there’s still a lot to do before we can settle into the festive vibes. 

As an IEP advocate, I want to make sure that you’re se...

Let’s be real for a second— 

Navigating the world of special education can feel like running a never-ending obstacle course while blindfolded. 

You’re constantly dodging jargon, paperwork, and the occasional impossible-to-schedule IEP meeting. 

Meanwhile, you just want to make sure your ...