Whether you are a professional special education advocate/consultant or a parent advocating for your child, these 5 tips from California Special Education Advocacy Group are sure to help you do so appropriately. 1.Understand the child’s disability & their needs Each child and each disability has its own needs. If you are unfamiliar with the particular disability at hand, do some research. Get to know a bit about the difficulties associated with the particular disability & some of the … [Read more...]
Top 8 Timelines For Special Ed Parents in California
Part of the embarking on the Special Education journey is learning your rights as a parent. Some of the most frequently asked questions at California Special Education Advocacy Group revolve around the number of days districts have to respond or develop certain areas of an IEP. We have listed below the top 8 timelines you should know as a parent in California. Remember, put all your requests in writing and include the dates 1.Propose an Assessment Plan The district has 15 days from the initial … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Make The Holiday Season Educational
10 Ways to Make the Holiday Season Educational This holiday season try some of these ways to make Christmas fun & educational. Finding fun ways to incorporate learning can go a long way! Your kids will be so happy to help they won’t even realize they are building their math, writing, & reading skills. 1. Write place cards -This will help your child work on his/her handwriting skills 2. Write a letter to Santa -Let them write it on their own. If they have difficulty … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Good IEP Goals
5 Tips to Good IEP Goals One of the most important parts of your child’s IEP are the goals written for him/her. The goals set a standard for your child’s IEP. IEP Goals not only set a standard, but they also drive services for your child. These goals are the things that are being worked on with your child during their special education services. Having goals to address all of the areas of need that your child has is very important. However, not all goals are good IEP goals. It is important to … [Read more...]
ADD/ADHD, 504 vs. IEP
Trying to figure out what tools to provide your child with ADD/ADHD can be such a difficult task. You are not sure what to ask for or what your child needs to be successful. If your child has ADD/ADHD you may not know he/she may be eligible for an IEP and not just a 504. Many times children with ADD/ADHD are left with only a 504 plan providing them with accommodations, but no goals. However, if your child’s behavior is negatively impacting his/her education, an IEP might be a … [Read more...]