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IEP Issues and Considerations
📜 The world of IEPs is complex—an intricate web of documents and components, each carrying its significance.
Unraveling the Mystery:
IEPs are like puzzles, and in this course, we're here to help you put together the pieces.
🧠 Behavior Matters: Gain a deep understanding of behavior, including Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Plans—key elements that impact your child's IEP.
📝 The Power of OSEP & OSERS: Learn how to leverage the "Dear Colleague" and Guidance Letters from OSEP (US Office of Special Education Programs) to bolster your IEP advocacy efforts.
👥 Aides and Paraprofessionals: Understand how to request one, what their duties, responsibilities, and qualifications should be, and how they can support your child's educational journey.
🚫 When Services Are at Risk: What do you do when the school personnel want to remove supports and services, but you firmly believe they're needed?
🏫 Dealing with School Refusal: Explore this unfortunate trend in special education and learn effective strategies to address it.
👊 Combatting Bullying: Disabled students are more than 7x more likely to be bullied than their non-disabled peers. Equip yourself with the tools to protect your child.
🤝 Private Services: Discover the role of private services in your child's development and how to integrate them effectively.
🔄 Post Pandemic Challenges: While the pandemic may be over, has your child fully regained all lost skills? Explore strategies to support their continued progress.
🌟 And So Much More: We cover a wide array of topics to ensure you're well-prepared for any IEP challenge that comes your way.
Your Path to Empowerment
This module isn't just about understanding; it's about empowerment. It's about giving you the knowledge and insights you need to advocate effectively for your child's education and future.
Please note: This content was designed for parents/caregivers of IEP students, not teachers and staff.
9 Lessons
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All Things Behavior and IEPs, including FBA and BIP.
Discuss FBAs, BIP and how to have meaningful ones on your IEP.
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Using Official (and impactful!) Language and Wording in your Communication to the School.
Learn the different federal agencies and the guidance documents they publish.
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Aides, Paraprofessionals and Your IEP
How to get an Aide on your IEP and make it meaningful.
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What are IEP Educational Surrogates? And how to become one.
Learn about Educational Surrogates and be inspired to be one!
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When your IEP Team Wants to Remove Services
Troubleshooting and options when your IEP team is trying to remove services.
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School Refusal, School Avoidance and Shortened Days and Weeks
What to do if your child is experiencing school refusal or needs shortened time.
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What to Do When Your IEP Child is Being Bullied.
How to Respond to Bullying at School
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Should you Secure Private Services?
Should you secure private services rather than fight with the school?
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IEPs Post Pandemic-What Now?
Developing an advocacy strategy when the pandemic is over