There are plenty of hurdles for parents and children in the education system. For those parents supporting their special needs children, those hurdles increase. When it comes to securing the education of a child, parents will do what they must. If a school district...
In Washington, students with mental or physical disabilities may have a 504 plan or Individualized Education Plan to help ensure they receive the assistance needed to reach their educational goals. However, as the end of high school approaches, many special needs...
A child who struggles with completing tasks that others fly through may need help getting through school. The good news is that if your child meets qualifications set by the law, the resources available may expand to include special education. Special education is a...
Students with disabilities attending public schools in Washington State have a right to an education. They also have a right to learn among their peers. There several laws which protect these rights - the focus of the post is just one. The Rehabilitation Act's Section...
As a parent of a child with a disability, you may be wondering how the school can support them, or you may have had a medical or psychological professional recommend pursuing a 504 Plan or an IEP for your child in school. What are these things? How can they help your...
An Individualized Education Plan can be a challenging document to develop. Especially in Washington State, where there is no standard form for these documents, IEPs can vary wildly from school to school and student to student. Based on measurable goals that the...
