Most parents have no idea this even exists. You can actually get training written into your child’s IEP…and most schools will never bring it up unless you ask. And no, this isn’t some “extra.” It’s ...

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 ...

When your child struggles with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, or executive functioning, the simple act of taking notes in class can become overwhelming. However, note-taking is an essential academic ...

In Your IEP Playbook: A Parent’s Guide to Confident Advocacy, disability parent and special education advocate Lisa Lightner delivers a practical guide for parents and caregivers of children with ...

Dr. Stephanie Fields is a highly qualified psychologist with expertise in family therapy. She recently shifted her focus towards parent coaching, a specialized approach that solves specific parenting ...

Task avoidance is a common problem that affects many people, from children to adults. It can be defined as the tendency to avoid or delay tasks that are perceived as difficult, unpleasant, or boring.

Let’s talk about something that’s not often on our radar until it’s suddenly looming large: age of majority. If your child has been receiving special education services, you’ve likely been navigating ...

Advocating for your child shouldn’t feel like you’re drowning in a sea of confusing charts and numbers. Yet, for so many parents, the IEP progress monitoring reports they receive feel overwhelming.

As an advocate, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to help my clients. That includes being collaborative with IEP teams and bringing ideas to the table. That’s why I’m excited to share with ...

AAC devices (Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices) are an essential tool for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are unable to communicate verbally. It is not only ...

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 ...

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 ...