By Gabriella True – TACA Co-Coordinator Connecticut I have twin boys who will be 11 years old this summer and one of them has autism. Although Timmy was diagnosed with autism just prior to his third birthday, he’s been in therapy since the second day of his life. His twin brother, Xander, and the rest […]
Tag: IEP
Time for Action!
Before the diagnosis, we “knew” it was going to come. He was already enrolled in a school IEP program since February of that year. By May, we really started to suspect autism and already started to research everything we could while seeking an official diagnosis.
Gavin’s Treatments
We immediately started weaning Gavin off the medication and started the GF/CF/SF diet and basic supplements, consisting of vitamins to help with constipation (one of his worst problems) and to help fight yeast overgrowth.
Tips for Including Dietary Restrictions in Your Child’s IEP
By Holly Bortfeld When your child is on a special diet for medical reasons, getting the correct wording into your child’s IEP is very important to minimize dangerous infractions. What parents must provide Parents must get a letter from their doctor stating that for medical reasons, your child cannot have certain foods (which must […]
Back to School Links
Back to School Links Yes, it’s that time of year again. We’ve organized all of our Back To School links in one easy place for you! IEP and Special Ed Basics http://tacanow.org/family-resources/getting-ready-for-advocacy/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/closing-the-iep-deal/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/ideas-on-hiring-paying-for-a-special-education-attorney/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/special-education-tips-links/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/independent-assessments/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/presentation-special-education-advocacy/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/upcoming-legal-seminars/ http://tacanow.org/blog/the-real-cost-of-special-education-considering-the-return-on-investment/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/teens-with-asd-testing/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/the-back-to-school-assignment-for-parents-of-special-needs-kids/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/fundamentals-of-special-education/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/getting-staying-organized/ Partners in Policymaking Online Classes Allergies and IEPs http://tacanow.org/family-resources/tips-for-including-dietary-restrictions-in-your-child%E2%80%99s-iep/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/an-essential-handout-for-teachers-aides/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/gfcfsf-school-supplies/ http://tacanow.org/family-resources/must-schools-provide-casein-and-gluten-free-foods/ […]
Shh…. The Secret to Successful IEP Meetings: Part 2 – at the Meeting
by Summer Stech, Esquire – TACA’s Legal Advocate The school year is well underway and winter break is around the corner. By now you may have already had an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting – or two or three – or maybe your child’s triennial or annual review is coming up in the spring. Either […]
Shh…. The Secret to Successful IEP Meetings: Part 1 – How to prepare
by Summer Stech, Esquire – TACA’s Legal Advocate The new school year is finally underway! Of course a new school year means it is time to start thinking about your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Although many annual IEP’s are developed in the Spring – due to the prevalence of Spring birthdays, it is a […]
Shh…. The Secret to Successful IEP Meetings: Part 2 – at the Meeting
Blog by Summer Stech, Esquire – TACA’s Legal Advocate TACAnowblog series: Legal Advocacy The school year is well underway and winter break is around the corner. By now you may have already had an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting – or two or three – or maybe your child’s triennial or annual review is coming […]
Getting Ready for Advocacy
By Lynne Arnold For the first couple years of my son’s autism diagnosis at 3 years old, nothing was more confusing for me than how to navigate the world of special education. I had put my son on a special diet, studied complex medical interventions and even overcame my fear of giving my son an […]
Closing the IEP Deal
Closing the IEP Deal: A Streets-Smart Approach to Negotiating Your Child’s IEP (PDF) By Mary Romaniec
Teens with ASD: Transition IEPs
The future depends on what we do in the present. – Mahatma Gandhi What does “transition services” mean? The term “transition services” means a coordinated set of activities for a child with a disability that: Is designed to be within a results-oriented process, that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the […]
IEP – Special Education: Tips & Links
Check list of items to remember: Audiotape every IEP meeting (with district or regional center) School district needs to know in writing 24 hours prior to meeting Note: Even when your attorney tapes a meeting – you should also tape each meeting. Tape players fail! Do all communication in writing (if verbal, follow up in writing) If […]
The Fundamentals of Special Education: What Parents Need to Know
By Timothy A. Adams, Esq. What Is Special Education? Federal law defines special education as specifically designed instruction, at no cost to the parent, designed to meet the unique needs of a child with disabilities. Instruction can include classroom and home instruction as well as instruction provided in hospitals and institutions. The Individuals with […]
The Back-to-School Assignment for Parents of Special Needs Kids
By Lynne Arnold It’s time to get the kids ready for back to school with new clothes, a fresh supply of notebooks and maybe a cool new backpack. But what about you? Are you prepared for your special needs child to start school? Parents need to do their homework before school gets started. Even if […]
Socialization & School Integration Ideas
Social skills for typical children come with trial and error on the playgrounds for the variety of unwritten rules in a very social world. For children on the autism spectrum, these skills can be the most abstract and complex concepts for them to learn. Working with specialists in the area of social skills and social […]
Sample Goals and Objective Sample #2
These are goals and objective set up by a “SUPER MOM” Holly Bortfeld. NOTE: It is important to identify Current Level of Performance vs. Goals and Objectives not yet obtained. These are just SAMPLE goals and objectives! Please be sure to customize goals and objectives that meet your child’s individual needs. Current Level […]
Sample Goals and Objective Sample #1
These are goals and objective set up by a “SUPER MOM” Holly Bortfeld. NOTE: It is important to identify Current Level of Performance vs. Goals and Objectives not yet obtained. These are just SAMPLE goals and objectives! Please be sure to customize goals and objectives that meet your child’s individual needs. Current Level of […]
