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How you behave at home or work may differ significantly from how you behave on the subway or in the grocery store or while you are driving. Singing out loud may be an acceptable activity when you are…
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What is Special Education
He pushed for the government to become more involved in helping all children get an adequate education. Prior to his…
Top IEP Tips for Parents
In the 1970s, several important lawsuits were filed which established that to deny students with disabilities a public…
The History of Special Education in the United States
Prior to legislation requiring public education for children with cognitive or emotional disabilities, deafness,…
Special Ed Lesson Plans
Teachers creating plans for these children must take two things into consideration: the child's specific needs, and the…
Special education dictionary
The acronyms you meet in IEP meetings and school letters, explained.
504
Section 504 Plan
ADA
Americans with Disabilities Act
ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
BIP
Behavior Intervention Plan
ESY
Extended School Year
FAPE
Free Appropriate Public Education
FBA
Functional Behavior Assessment
IDEA
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
IEP
Individualized Education Program
LRE
Least Restrictive Environment
SLD
Specific Learning Disability
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Behavior Contracts in School: A Practical Guide
A behavior contract gives you and your student a clear plan for one or two observable goals. Learn how to build, review, and adjust an agreement that supports progress.
What Is Response to Intervention (RTI)? Your Guide
Response to Intervention (RTI) helps schools spot learning needs early and match students with targeted academic support. Learn what the tiers mean, how data guide decisions, and when you can request an evaluation.
PLAAFP: Present Levels in the IEP, Explained
A practical guide to writing and reviewing PLAAFP statements in an IEP. Learn how current data, strengths, functional performance, and clear needs lead to measurable goals.
Emotional Disturbance Under IDEA: IEP Eligibility Explained
Your practical guide to emotional disturbance under IDEA, including the five characteristics, IEP eligibility, changing state labels, and behavior supports for your child or student.
Assistive Technology Examples for Students
Assistive technology can turn a difficult school task into an accessible one. Find practical examples for reading, writing, communication, hearing, and your student’s IEP.
Social Thinking: A Practical Guide for Parents and Teachers
Social Thinking makes the hidden thinking behind social situations easier to teach. Learn the core vocabulary, curriculum options, and practical steps for parents and teachers.
Neurodiversity: What It Means in School
Neurodiversity recognizes natural differences in how people think, learn, and interact. This guide shows you how to support your neurodivergent child at school without reducing them to a label.
Social Cues: Types, Examples, and How to Teach Them
Social cues are the signals people use to understand feelings, expectations, and intent. Learn how to teach children to notice cues, check context, and respond with confidence.
Number Sense: What It Is and How to Build It
Number sense helps children understand quantities, patterns, and relationships before they rely on procedures. Use practical activities and math manipulatives to build it at home or in class.




















