The Honeymoon: Planning for School

We take our best foot forward in the beginning of change; whether it be a new diet, a new job, or the start of school in the fall. It’s simply human nature to present out best in the beginning. And this is common for students, especially those who face...

Planning for the New School Year: 2024-2025

It is often stated, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”; especially if the “cure” creates misunderstanding, division, and conflict. This is true for most events which have a high stakes impact on one’s life as well as our childrens’ lives. And this is...

SPRING IS HERE: PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR

A few things to consider if your child has an IEP {individual education plan) for specially designed instruction: For it’s NOT too early to prepare and plan for school-year 24-25 even though it seems to be so far away:  Things to consider … 1.  SPRING...

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR (ESY): Time to Consider

As we move into the final stretch of the school year: First off, so many don’t really have a good sense of what “extended school year” is all about.  Specifically, there are students supported by an IEP, who tail off during breaks; often referred as...

SPECIAL EDUCATION? DO NOT DO IT …

Do not do it ALONE! There are a few things in life which the DYI model suits the project well; however, navigating your child’s IEP or 504 Plan is NOT one of those situations. Trust me on this. Yes, I am an Education Advocate. And I have provided this service to...