You want the best for your student or child’s education. This couldn’t be more important when they have a disability.

Enter two of the most frequently used and least understood tools: accommodation and modification. Let’s define them and what they look like, as well as prompting...

Feeling lost in the IEP Maze? Discover how to secure the right help for your child.

The journey to secure your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) can feel overwhelming!

You're not alone. Let's simplify it together. Explore the signs your child might need an IEP when requesting testing...

What Parents Need to Know!

An informative guest blog by Licensed Educational Psychologist, Meredith Gleason.

What is an Independent Education Evaluation (IEE)? Meredith takes you behind the scenes to demystify what is an IEE and how to get one for your child. She digs deep into key differences...

As a parent, few things weigh on your heart like watching your child struggle in school.

You want to provide the best possible support, but the world of education plans can be a bewildering labyrinth. Let's highlight two common paths within this maze: an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504...

Your child has an IEP, 504 Plan, or you need one. Things aren't going well and you need help.

Do you hire a special education attorney, advocate, or IEP Coach? Let's explore their differences, what you need to look for, what it's worth, and who's best for your child.

First things first, you need...

Can students get an IEP or 504 Plan in college?

Let’s explore the changes in disability laws at post-secondary institutions. Before we embark on transitioning roles and expectations, let’s examine FERPA and how it directly impacts students and parents.

FERPA

The Family Educational...

The Language we use is important!

An inspiring guest blog by neurodivergent self-advocate Ben VanHook. 

The language we use within the disability and neurodivergent community is very important. Whilst some might view various phrases as “interchangeable” with merely semantic...

It’s no secret IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meetings can be stressful and time-consuming for everyone on the team. Parents don't feel heard; special education assessments only focus on standardized tests, while schools and parents sift through reports and IEP documents filled with...

How did I become a special education advocate?

It’s been quite a journey to get to this point in my career. After 20 years of working in schools, I wanted to do things differently. It finally dawned on me that I've been an IEP coach all along!

Let me show you WHERE I’ve been and what...