From Understood Navigating your child’s IEP can be tricky. These printable downloads from Understood can help make the process easier. Use them to monitor your child’s progress, track communications with the…
By Andrew M.I. Lee, J.D. If your child struggles with behavior, you may worry about your child getting in trouble at school. Some schools have tried to be proactive and encourage…
Strengthening Relationships with Positive Advocacy A presentation by Beth Benevides, Howard County Autism Society
What Are Children Trying to Tell Us: Assessing the Function of Their Behavior A presentation by Paul Livelli, Ph. D., Kids First Educational and Behavioral Consulting
Learn the warning signs that may indicate that your child has been the victim of bullying and what to do if you think your child is being bullied. Find out who…
What legal rights do students have? By Diane Wiscarson, Attorney at Law School transportation is frequently a source of confusion, and even frustration, for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs)…
The Maryland Autism Waiver is a home and community-based services (Medicaid) waiver for children with autism spectrum disorder. This presentation will help newly enrolled families understand what they can and…
Mediations can avoid involving the legal system in disputes By Ann Logsdon Special education mediations take place when parents and schools disagree on special education programs for students with learning…
By Terri Mauro Both a 504 plan and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) involve special education accommodations, but do you know how these two plans differ from each other? Learn…
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents and Public Agency/School Personnel Maryland State Department of Education Having IEP team meetings facilitated by an independent, trained “facilitator” is rapidly becoming a popular means…
