Tag: IEP
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A Day in the Life of a Special Needs Mom: Navigating the Mind Maze
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a child with special needs, my husband and I often find ourselves trying to decipher the complexities of our middle son’s unique brain. Receiving a rare medical diagnosis for our baby at just six months old was like throwing darts in the dark. The uncertainty can be overwhelming,…
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The Essential IEP Pre-Meeting Checklist You Didn’t Know You Needed (But Trust Me, You Do)
Get Pregnant Fast Preparing for an IEP meeting can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. As the saying goes, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” This wisdom is especially relevant when it comes to advocating for your child during IEP…
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Teachers: 5 Effective Strategies to Foster Positive Relationships with Parents of Special Needs Students
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, my phone rang just as my children were returning from school. For those unfamiliar with the concept of a “home phone,” it’s that device tethered to the wall, incapable of sending hashtags. Typically, I continue what I’m doing when it rings, unless I’m feeling particularly mischievous toward the telemarketer…
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How Can I Ensure My Son with ASD Remains Safe During an Active Shooter Incident?
Get Pregnant Fast March 2, 2023 Image credit: TatyanaGl / Getty Images Warning: This article includes strong language and discusses active shooter scenarios. As I packed my son Lucas’s backpack for school this morning, I found myself grappling with a moment of sheer panic. While untangling his dog tags from a strap, I was reminded…
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Our Journey to ADHD Medication: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast After months of struggling to help our daughter, Emily, with her homework—where 30 minutes of work felt like a three-hour marathon—we reached a breaking point. Her grades were slipping, and teachers frequently mentioned her difficulty focusing in class. The homework she couldn’t complete during school followed her home, and despite our best…
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Are Academic Pressures Harming Our Children?
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, there are moments that leave us utterly speechless. You might find yourself drawn into a heart-wrenching story that resonates deeply with your own experiences. Such was the case for me when I learned about the tragic story of a teenager named Jason Forbes from Newport Beach, California,…