Ever stumble across the phrase “supplemental educational services” in your kid’s IEP and think, What even is that? Is it a ...

I can’t even tell you how many times a parent tells me something like, “Ugh! And the way they respond to him, it just makes him WORSE.” Behavior is by far the most common problem I deal with, as a ...

If you're parenting a non-verbal student, IEP season can feel like trying to decode a language no one taught you. You're not ...

My state (PA) is one of the states that acknowledges gifted students and requires IEPs for gifted students. It's an area ...

Whether you’re teaching social-emotional learning or just want to spark meaningful reflection, these kindness-themed writing prompts encourage kids (and adults!) to think about empathy, gratitude, and ...

Let’s be honest. The phrase “Have a Happy Halloween!” hits different when your kiddo has sensory issues, dietary restrictions, or can’t even wear a costume without a meltdown. And of course, ...

Every Thursday during the school year, in the Don’t IEP Alone Academy, I host two live Zoom chats. One for parents and one for advocates. Parents can get the help and guidance they need, and advocates ...

Every year, Halloween sneaks up faster than expected, and suddenly there’s no time for elaborate costumes or store runs. I had to do some last minute stuff on the 29th and the stores were already ...

“You should try the Orton-Gillingham curriculum.” If your child has dyslexia or struggles with reading, chances are you’ve heard this. Probably from a friend, a tutor, maybe even the school. Or maybe ...

Sometimes I marvel at the existence of my two boys. I look at them, and both are just oozing characteristics and traits of my husband and me. And yet, at the same time, they are complete opposites in ...