Any parent or guardian of a child with special education needs who attends a California public school understands the many challenges students and their families often encounter in an academic setting. Thankfully, students with special needs can thrive when their...
Special Education Law
IEP
Accommodations provided for special education students
If your child has specific types of learning needs, they may be eligible for support through special education programs. This provides your child with the opportunity to secure support and assistance they may need in order to have a full educational experience. One of...
Assistive technology may be a crucial component of an IEP
When a student has certain types of learning needs and challenges, they may be eligible for special education services. There is typically an initial assessment that evaluates a child’s needs to determine the specific types of help they require. After the assessment,...
The details of an IEP meeting
If your child has specific types of learning needs, you understand the challenges they face in school. Educational struggles may prevent your child from learning with traditional methods, but that does not mean that they cannot succeed in school. These students may...
The important details of an Individualized Education Program
When a student has certain types of learning needs, he or she could be eligible for support through the special education program. One of the most critical components of special education is the Individualized Education Program, which is a plan custom-tailored to the...
Special education assistance for students with autism
If a student requires additional support at school because of a mental condition or a physical limitation, he or she could be eligible for certain types of services provided by the school. Students who qualify for special education support could receive help in the...
What can you do if your child’s school isn’t following the IEP?
Students who have special learning needs may qualify for specific types of support and assistance from their school. Through special education programming, your child may get what he or she needs in order to succeed in school. However, only certain California students...
Would your child benefit from extra support at school?
As a parent, one of the primary things you want for your child is to ensure that he or she has a full educational experience. You want your child to succeed in school, but your child’s test scores, behavior reports and other things may indicate that this may not...
Improving conversations about Individualized Education Programs
Navigating the special education process is difficult for both parents and educators. It can be difficult for parents to fully understand what their child needs for educational success, and educators may not always be able to explain the scope of available services or...
The Details of a Student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Parents of students who have specific learning needs may find it is difficult to ensure that their children have what they need for educational success. Special education students are entitled to a full and fair educational experience, but California parents may find...