Writing a strengths-based IEP can be challenging if you are only looking at academic achievements. Here are some other ways of doing it.
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Imagine for a moment if (before talking about disability, weakness, struggles etc), we focussed on the child's strengths, respecting and cherishing what makes them unique and special. How would this affect the child's confidence and how they feel about their difference? Learning differently may not be something that kids can "overcome" but the shame, stigma, deficit-focus and misunderstandings around it can be. Join us as we work towards these SHIFTS.
IEPs in school: An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written education plan designed to meet a child’s learning needs. Learn about the purpose of an IEP and the IEP process in this guide.
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What should be in an IEP for students who are struggling readers? This video goes through the eight elements mandated by IDEA 2004. Dr. Andy Johnson, Readi...
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The first step in managing ADHD in school is to discover what is already working. Explore five simple steps to empower learners to create strength based ADHD strategies so they can stop trying harder and try differently .
Writing IEP goals doesn’t have to be a guessing game - Here are some tips to help you write person centered goals!
No matter what the reason, the simple truth is this - a strength based homeschool approach works.
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Planning for IEPs is a tough task. Whether your IEPs are spread out all year long or your district has what they call “IEP seasons”, they always seem to come at the worst time possible. Things are crazy and it’s hard to remember everything you wanted to include! You KNOW these kids, but as teachers […]
Instead of focusing on the deficits of English language learners, what if we held up their cultures, languages, unique skills, and life experiences as assets?
Preparing for IEPs is challenging when your data is all over the place. Learn how to organize your data for IEPs here!
Impact statements play a powerful role in IEPs. They describe what the challenges are that a student in experiencing and their direct impact.
Support for parents navigating the special education system. Explanations of IEPs and 504 plans, and eligibility.
Storing IEPs and IEP related paperwork can be challenging when you have a large caseload of students. Here are my favorite ways to store IEPs.
