Behavior and the IEP: Strategies, Supports, and How to Get Results

Is your child constantly in trouble at school for behaviors? 🤯 

Are you frequently getting those dreaded calls to come pick them up? 🚗

Have you been trying (and trying) to get your child a 1:1 aide or para to help with behaviors? 🙋‍♂️ 

Struggling with school refusal? 🏫🚫

When behavior becomes the focus of your child’s IEP, things can get complicated—fast. This course breaks it all down: what schools are required to do, how to ensure behavior supports are evidence-based and individualized, and what red flags to watch for. From FBAs and BIPs to goals and accommodations, you’ll learn how to advocate for plans that support—not punish—your child.

Let’s be real: Behavior is the number one topic I encounter as an advocate. So, I’ve put together this mini course to help you understand these issues in-depth and take action to turn things around. 🔄

👇 Scroll down to see all the modules included in this mini course.

What's Inside?

The modules in this bundle were carefully curated with intention. Here’s what you’ll learn:

🧩 All Things Behavior and Your IEP: Build a solid foundation in understanding Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

🔍 When IEPs Aren’t Followed: Know what to do when your child’s IEP isn’t being implemented properly, which often leads to behaviors.

🚨 The Student Discipline Module: Know your rights in the discipline process when your child has an IEP.

📜 Parental Rights/Procedural Safeguards: Discover your rights beyond just discipline, with a deeper dive into the discipline process.

💔 Bullying Module: Learn about bullying—a common cause of school refusal—and how to address it.

🏫 School Refusal: Understand why this happens and how to navigate it.

👥 Aides and Paras: Learn what you need to know to request a 1:1 aide or para for behavioral support.

🗣️ Impactful Communication: Discover how to use strong, effective language when communicating with the school to get the results you need.