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As the school year comes to an end, many parents are simply trying to get through the final weeks. There are projects, schedule changes, emotional exhaustion, and the transition into summer. For families of children with IEPs or support plans, this time of year can feel especially overwhelming. At the same time, many parents are ending the year with lingering questions about whether their child’s supports actually worked. Maybe accommodations were inconsistent. Maybe the sam

As the school year ends, many parents feel an unexpected mix of relief and uncertainty. Their child technically passed classes. The year is ending. Teachers are preparing for summer. And yet something still feels unresolved. Maybe accommodations never seemed consistent. Maybe your child came home exhausted every day. Maybe you repeatedly raised concerns but were told: “They’re making progress.” “We’ll monitor it.” “Let’s revisit this next year.” For many families, the end o

Parents often hear the same phrase when they raise concerns about their child’s progress in school: “Let’s wait and see.” While this may sound reassuring, it can sometimes delay access to critical evaluations and support services a child may actually need. Under federal special education law, schools have an affirmative duty to identify, locate, and evaluate students who may have disabilities affecting their education. This obligation—known as “Child Find”—does not require a

Many parents first hear the term IEP during a school meeting, in an email from a teacher, or from another parent whose child receives special education services. If you are new to the process, you may be wondering: What is an IEP, and how do I know if my child needs one? An Individualized Education Program, or IEP, is a legal document that outlines the special education services a child with a disability receives in public school. The purpose of an IEP is to ensure that stude

If your child is struggling in school due to a disability, special education law provides important protections to ensure they receive appropriate support. Understanding the basics can help parents advocate effectively and recognize when a school may not be meeting its legal obligations. The Right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 20 U.S.C. §1400 et seq. , eligible students are entitled to a Free Approp