by Team, Special Education Academy | Aug 31, 2023 | Advocate Resources
Today, let’s focus our hearts and minds on a topic that often goes unnoticed but holds immense power: Child Find. This legal cornerstone in special education is a game-changer, and I’m thrilled to guide you through its intricacies. What Is Child Find?...
by Team, Special Education Academy | Aug 21, 2023 | Advocate Resources
Join in a Real Due Process Hearing: A Unique Opportunity I’m headed into a Due Process hearing August 23-25, 2023 and I invite you to join me via Zoom. This is a rare opportunity to witness a Due Process hearing in action and gain valuable insights into the...
by Team, Special Education Academy | Aug 14, 2023 | Advocate Resources, IEP, Special Education Advocate
If there’s one part of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) that I’ve seen make or break a child’s success, it’s the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP). This section is a detailed snapshot of your child’s abilities,...
by Team, Special Education Academy | Jun 12, 2023 | Advocate Resources, Special Education Advocate
Hey there, parents! This summer, join me, Karen Mayer Cunningham, your Special Education Boss™, for a series of webinars that will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the special education system. Remember, when we get it right for the child,...
by Team, Special Education Academy | Jun 5, 2023 | Advocate Resources, Special Education Academy, Special Education Advocate
Hey there, parents, advocates, and educators! Can you believe it? The school year is winding down, and summer break is right around the corner. It’s a time when our children settle into their summer routines, but it’s also an opportunity for us to level up...
by Team, Special Education Academy | May 16, 2023 | Advocate Resources, Special Education Academy
I am thrilled to share with you our latest series inside of The Academy that has been carefully designed to shed light on an area that is of utmost importance but often overlooked: Procedural Rights and Safeguards for Parents and Students with Disabilities. My journey...
