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Difference Between Educational vs. Clinical Autism

Difference Between Educational vs. Clinical Autism

by Bonnie Landau | Sep 4, 2018 | 504, Assessments, Autism, IDEA, IEP

I have had many parents become confused as to why their child might qualify for autism in a doctor’s setting, but the school says the child does not qualify for an IEP. Conversely, some students qualify for an IEP under the autism category, but despite repeated...
Infographic: Special Education Acronyms

Infographic: Special Education Acronyms

by Bonnie Landau | Jun 15, 2018 | Advocacy, IDEA, IEP, Infographic, Special Ed Law

Infographic: IEP vs 504 – What’s the Difference?

Infographic: IEP vs 504 – What’s the Difference?

by Bonnie Landau | May 29, 2018 | 504, Advocacy, Blog, IDEA, IEP, Special Ed Law

There seems to be a lot of confusion about IEP vs 504 plans. While both are covered within special education, only IEPs (individualized education programs) are covered under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). IDEA is the federal law that governs how...
Denied an IEP or 504 Because Grades Are Good

Denied an IEP or 504 Because Grades Are Good

by Bonnie Landau | May 24, 2018 | 504, Advocacy, Blog, IDEA, IEP

Has your child been denied an IEP or 504? It is so common for schools to say that a child is not eligible for special education because the child has good grades or is too smart. The truth is, this is not a valid excuse for denying special education support. Sec....
Least Restrictive Environment: What Are Your Placement Options?

Least Restrictive Environment: What Are Your Placement Options?

by Bonnie Landau | May 6, 2018 | Advocacy, Blog, IDEA, IEP

When providing an IEP, least restrictive environment (LRE) is an important concept for parents to understand. It relates to where they put your child for the daily classroom, and how much structure there is in your child’s educational day. IDEA defines the LRE...
Special Ed Procedural Safeguards (Parent Rights) for Each State

Special Ed Procedural Safeguards (Parent Rights) for Each State

by Bonnie Landau | Dec 31, 2017 | Advocacy, Blog, IDEA, Special Ed Law

Procedural Safeguards, sometimes called Parent Rights, are the laws each state has implemented in order to ensure compliance with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). While the Federal Government establishes laws for special education through the IDEA,...
Can the School Require Supervision on a Fieldtrip?

Can the School Require Supervision on a Fieldtrip?

by Bonnie Landau | Apr 24, 2017 | Ask Bonnie, IDEA

Q: I just got an email from my son’s teacher saying he cannot go on the upcoming field trip unless I go with him. The teacher said they do not have somebody who can watch him, and since he often gets overstimulated or upset, he will need me there to keep him...
Why Schools are Stuck on “No!” for Special Ed

Why Schools are Stuck on “No!” for Special Ed

by Bonnie Landau | Apr 17, 2017 | 504, Blog, Classroom Help, IDEA, IEP, Printable, Special Ed Law

Why are the schools so frustrating to work with? I created this eBook to shed some light on why the schools so often seem to resist helping your child. It’s more than just finances. Getting to know the personality of your school district is key to making sure...

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