10 Ways to Have Better IEP Meetings

10 Ways to Have Better IEP Meetings

You may have read about me in Special Ed Mom’s Survival Guide.  I’m Bonnie’s husband Steve, otherwise known as the dad who had a hard time letting go of my dreams for a typical son.  Those days are behind me. As a professional mediator, I thought I could handle IEP...
Printable IEP Prep Checklist

Printable IEP Prep Checklist

Getting ready for an IEP meeting can be really nerve wracking, but it doesn’t have to be. If you know how to prepare and how to plan, the process can be easier than expected.I created the attached IEP Preparation Checklist with 20 different tasks you need to...
100+ Special Ed Letter Templates for Parents

100+ Special Ed Letter Templates for Parents

We all know that in the world of special education, if it isn’t in writing, it may not have happened. As Special Ed Parents, we need to remember that all requests and responses need to be done via email or printed letter. Optimally, multiple people will be...
The Typical IEP Meeting Agenda

The Typical IEP Meeting Agenda

I know how overwhelming and IEP meeting can be, and it is very difficult to know if they are covering everything they are suppose to. This is especially true if you do not have a special education advocate to help ensure everything is done properly. Not all IEP...