One of the most frustrating parts of my job as an advocate is knowing or remembering the little detaily things about special ...

During a school shooter drill at a local elementary school, the alarm blared, and the announcement instructed everyone to ...

Because I own this site, and because it’s an interest of mine, I follow a lot of disability related Facebook pages. And ...

A pumpkin spice sensory bin is simple to make, smells heavenly, and is full of textures and surprises that will keep your kids occupied longer than you can say “extra foam.” Plus, it’s a fantastic way ...

Hey there, IEP parent! I have been in your shoes (see what I did there?). I am on this same journey, as I am a parent to a disabled child myself. And now, in addition to being a blogger since 2008, I ...

Ever feel like the difference between an IEP goal and an IEP objective is as clear as mud? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This is a question that comes up all the time. And hey, if it makes you feel ...

Look, I get it. The job is hard. Really hard. You’ve got a classroom bursting at the seams, lesson plans stacked to the ceiling, and now… another email from the IEP team? I know you want to do right ...

Let’s talk about IEP training for teachers for a minute. If you’ve been Googling, scrolling through social media, or desperately hoping that maybe—just maybe—someone in your building will offer some ...

The youngest client I ever had who had the police called on him was a 5-year-old kindergartener. The youngest client I ever had who was handcuffed was a 7-year-old second grader. Both were just little ...

Hey there! Ever notice how having a conversation feels like a natural, easy flow for some kids and an impossible task for others? Well, that’s because conversation skills are actually something most ...