Schools and Special Education
Working with your school and advocating for your child can be a frustrating and time consuming process. When a parent is initially introduced to the special education process, it can be overwhelming. This section is designed to assist parents navigate the special education process. The forms and letters can be used for any child who needs special education services.
Getting Along at School: This section explains your responsibilities and expectations as a parent and the roles others play and their typical responsibilities in the special education process.
Your School Team: Is a checklist of individuals who make up your child's team and how the child is supported by them.
My School Team: This handy chart can be printed and added to your SOS Binder. Complete the school information and contact numbers.
IEP Discussion Form: This form can be used during meetings to detail points and goals for the team.
What's an IEP? : A general description of an Individual Education Program and what you might expect to see and hear in an IEP meeting.
Many times, a school district requires a formal written request to schedule an IEP meeting. Use and modify the IEP Sample Letter as you need it. Remember to print a copy for your binder.
Special Education Glossary: A general glossary of terms and definitions of special education related acronyms.
Parent's Student Profile: Print this worksheet and describe your child's strengths and interests. This can be untilized in the child's IEP.
Student Profile: This worksheet is designed for use by the student who participates in his/her IEP planning.
FASD Considerations
The following articles are helpful for parents and teachers who have a child that has a diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
FASD Basics for Teachers: Children with FASD may require different accommodations to be successful. This section includes suggestions for teaching and environmental modifications.
FASD Teaching Frustrations: Discriptions of what your student with FASD might "look like" in a classroom. General teaching tips that may be useful are included.