Heard on The LDA Podcast “I had an IEP through high school and I really know the power of the special education system…And I feel like I’m living out the purpose…
Special Education Services
A Parent’s Guide to Evaluations, IEPs, and More
Learn about learning disability evaluations, the difference between an IEP and 504 plan, the IEP process, and more from a parent’s perspective.
EAD Roadmap on Disability History and Civics Extension
Educating young people to take active, constructive roles in our democracy is important for all learners. It is particularly important for young people with learning disabilities, attention issues, and other…
Identifying and Implementing Educational Practices Supported By Rigorous Evidence: A User Friendly Guide
Guide seeks to provide educational practitioners with user-friendly tools to distinguish practices supported by rigorous evidence from those that are not.
The Role of Parents/Family in Response to Intervention
IDEA 04 offers states and localities the option of using “a process that determines if the child responds to scientific, research-based intervention as part of the evaluation process…,” but it…
First Steps for Parents When School Problems Are Observed
If a student is having unusual difficulty in school the parent should discuss the situation with the teacher and other school personnel. Most schools have a problem-solving team which works…
Evaluating Children to Determine Eligibility for Special Education Services and Reevaluation Requirements
Evaluating children to determine eligibility for special education services is an issue with which many parents and educators struggle. There are many factors to consider during a comprehensive evaluation of…
IEPs and School Transfers
IDEA provides guidelines for a child with a disability transferring to another school in or out of district within the same state or out of state. The guidelines are specific…
Back to School: Working with Teachers and Schools – Helping Your Child Succeed in School
Starting school each fall is a challenge for the student and parents. The following article has been adapted from the US Department of Education website and offers some valuable suggestions…
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- Pre-K thru High School
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Transition Planning Requirements of IDEA 2004
What is transition planning? Transition planning is a process mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004) for all students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in…
