Know the power of asking the right questions
Published: Fri, 10/01/21
Asking the right question, in a way that is going to generate conversation is important for us to be thinking about. I believe we all know from e…
Collaborative Special Education Advocacy
Tips and strategies to get the education your child with disabilities deserves.
It’s What You Ask, AND How You Ask It: Especially When Mercury is in Retrograde
Published: Tue, 09/28/21
We all know from e perience that if we aren’t mindful of WHAT we say and HOW we say, it can lead to disastrous outcomes, especially at the IEP table.
This Mama Is So Proud!
Published: Fri, 09/24/21
You've learned to NOT to use these 4-letter words at IEP Meetings: WANT and BEST Your Momma Is So Proud Of You! WHY don't you want to use these words?…
Ready?
Published: Thu, 09/23/21
Come join us on Thursday as I say (can I say them on a Facebook live?) some 4 letter words that we really don't want you saying at meetings. I won't…
What 4 Letter Words Shouldn't You Use At IEP Meetings?
Published: Wed, 09/22/21
I bet you're quickly coming up with a list of 4 letter words you may have been tempted (just once or twice) to use at IEP meetings. The good news is,…
The Sooner You Know The Answer to These 5 Questions, The Better!
Published: Fri, 09/17/21
Many parents don’t know how much their child is learning at school. Some teachers don’t know if their students are learning at school. Who is the one…
How Is The School Measuring Your Child’s Progress? The 5 Things You Need To Know
Published: Tue, 09/14/21
When children are asked, "How was school today?" or "What did you learn at school today?" We don't usually get a whole lot of information from them.
Key Learning and Aha Moments #201
Published: Fri, 09/10/21
Parents have really specific information that they need from the staff working with their children. The cookie-cutter, generic notes aren't going to…
Let's Dump The Smiley Faces & Get Meaningful School-Home Communication
Published: Tue, 09/07/21
Are you tired of getting vague notes from school that have smiley faces to show what kind of day your child had? Or do you get some information…
Friday Freebie: Check Out The Bonus
Published: Fri, 09/03/21
How many times and ways have you heard “No.” to inclusion? It is frustrating and heartbreaking for parents, damaging to children, and a tragic loss to…