IEP

Federal law requires schools to provide Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure students with special needs get the instruction and social-emotional support they need for a “free appropriate public education” (FAPE). Every IEP is tailored to meet the student’s unique…

Every parent or guardian wants to feel confident their student is making meaningful progress in their educational environment, especially when that child has a disability. While Individualized Education Program (IEP) progress reports should relay this information, many do not provide…

Parents of students with special needs may wish to record their meetings with school officials when drafting an individualized education program (IEP). Documentation is important for parents if they need to review what happened later or resolve disputes over what…

Every parent wants the best education for their child. For children with special needs, that often means creating an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) with the school. This happens in an IEP meeting that includes the parents/guardians, special education team, therapists,…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is not considered to be a learning disorder. However, it can be determined to a disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which would make your child eligible to receive special education services….

As a former superintendent of schools, I totally agree with the above statement. Parents of children with special needs often ask me what my advice to them is. The statement above is usually true most of the time. However, for…

Transferring from one school to another is a challenge for most students and their parents. But having an Individualized Education Program (IEP) adds another layer of complexity when it’s time to move a child with special needs. State and federal…

COVID-19 and Your Child’s IEP By Dr. Mark Franceschini, Education Consultant, Susan Clark Law Group, LLC How was your child’s progress in school this past year? Obviously a year older, your son’s or daughter’s needs have changed. The Child Study…

Virtual IEP meetings are possible and successful in New Jersey school districts that have adapted to restrictions in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. New Jersey school districts are faced with an unprecedented dilemma because of the state-mandated school closures…

Preparing for an IEP meeting is a very important part of your child’s education and development. It is a long and difficult process and you should be fully aware of what you are being presented. If you are daunted by…