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Eileen Bailey

posted 11/17/2009, comments (0)

Tips for Parents When Writing an IEP

An Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) should be designed to: Meet all the needs of your child Explain how the needs will be met Include measurable goals to determine if the goals have been met Parents can be confused about how to write an IEP that effectively meets all of these requirements. Keeping the... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 11/10/2009, comments (0)

The Role of Mediation and Due Process Hearings When Parents Don't Agree with IEPs

When parents disagree with an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), they have the right to appeal the decision by requesting either a due process hearing, mediation or both. Once you file a request for a due process hearing, you will be notified of a resolution meeting. Both you and the school district will be required to... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/27/2009, comments (0)

Completed Sample IEP

Do you wonder what type of information should be included in an IEP? The following provides a basic IEP, filled out for you to review. You can print out a blank sample IEP as well, and complete information specific to your child. For more information: Documentation and Reports to Bring to an IEP Meeting The Difference... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/19/2009, comments (4)

Join the Discussion! Should there be Accommodations for ADHD?

In grade school my eldest son was having great difficulty with his handwriting. He was referred by the school to see an occupational therapist to help him with his fine motor skills. His hands would physically hurt and he would struggle to get in class assignments and tests finished within the time period allotted. He was always... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/12/2009, comment (1)

Executive Functioning Deficits: Planning and Organization

Executive functioning deficits can cause impairment in many different areas, including time management, controlling emotions and planning and organization. We will be discussing planning and organization this week. In future weeks, we will discuss time management and controlling emotions. Everything we do involves planning and... Read more Chevron

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