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Preparing for IEP Meetings
A comprehensive guide to preparing for successful IEP meetings, including checklists, questions to ask, and strategies for effective advocacy.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Accommodations vs. Modifications: What's the Difference?
Understand the crucial difference between accommodations and modifications, and learn how each can help your child succeed in school.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Understanding Your Child's IEP
Learn how to read and understand every section of your child's IEP document, from goals and services to placement decisions.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
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Preparing for IEP Meetings
A comprehensive guide to preparing for successful IEP meetings, including checklists, questions to ask, and strategies for effective advocacy.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Accommodations vs. Modifications: What's the Difference?
Understand the crucial difference between accommodations and modifications, and learn how each can help your child succeed in school.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Understanding Your Child's IEP
Learn how to read and understand every section of your child's IEP document, from goals and services to placement decisions.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Transition Planning: From High School to Independence
Essential guidance for planning your child's transition from high school to adult life, including post-secondary education, employment, and independent living.
By Pocket IEP Team, Special Education Advocates & Legal Experts
Understanding Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
Learn about Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and how they can support your child's success.
By Dr. Emily Rodriguez, Ph.D., School Psychology
Your Rights as a Parent in Special Education
Understand your legal rights under IDEA, including procedural safeguards, consent requirements, and dispute resolution options.
By Marcus Johnson, J.D., Education Law
Understanding Educational Evaluations: A Complete Guide
Learn about the evaluation process, what tests mean, and how to use evaluation results to advocate for your child's needs.
By Dr. Emily Rodriguez, Ph.D., School Psychology
Related Services in Special Education: Speech, OT, PT, and More
Learn about related services available through special education, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, and more. Understand how to request services and ensure they're provided appropriately.
By Pocket IEP Editorial Team, Special Education Advocates and Legal Experts
Extended School Year (ESY) Services: What You Need to Know
Understand Extended School Year services, who qualifies, how to request ESY, and what services can be provided during summer break to prevent regression and maintain skills.
By Pocket IEP Editorial Team, Special Education Advocates and Legal Experts
Section 504 Plans: What Parents Need to Know
Learn about Section 504 plans, how they differ from IEPs, who qualifies, what accommodations are available, and how to advocate for your child's needs under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
By Pocket IEP Editorial Team, Special Education Advocates and Legal Experts
Assistive Technology in the IEP: Tools to Support Learning
Explore assistive technology options for students with disabilities. Learn about low-tech and high-tech solutions, how to request AT evaluations, and ensuring AT is included in your child's IEP.
By Pocket IEP Editorial Team, Special Education Advocates and Legal Experts
Understanding Educational Evaluations: A Parent's Guide to Testing
Demystify the evaluation process with this comprehensive guide. Learn about different types of assessments, how to interpret test scores, what evaluations should include, and how to use evaluation results to advocate for appropriate services.
By Pocket IEP Editorial Team, Special Education Advocates and Legal Experts
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