
How to Read a Draft IEP Before Your Annual Review:Â Why the Present Levels Matter More Than You ThinkÂ
By Frances Shefter, Esq. (and mom) Parent’s Guide to Reading an IEP Series: Part 1: Present LevelsPart 2: Annual Goals Part
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By Frances Shefter, Esq. (and mom) Parent’s Guide to Reading an IEP Series: Part 1: Present LevelsPart 2: Annual Goals Part

When you are raising a neurodivergent child or a child with special education needs, family decisions can become complicated quickly.

Procrastination is one of the most common struggles parents see in neurodivergent children. Homework gets delayed. Rooms stay messy.

By: Frances Shefter, Esq.  A well-rounded child needs more than just academic skills.  Developing the ability to build friendships, communicate effectively, regulate emotions,

Invisible disabilities are often misunderstood because they do not always look the way people expect disability to look. A child

By: Frances Shefter, Esq. (and mom) One of the biggest concerns I have been seeing lately is the disconnect between what

For parents raising a child with a disability, planning for the future can feel overwhelming. There are school supports to

Parents often hear reassuring phrases from schools: “Your child is making progress,” “They do not need testing,” “A 504

By: Frances Shefter, Esq. (and mom) As the school year winds down, many schools are trying to squeeze in final IEP

For many parents of neurodivergent children, independence can feel like a moving target. One day your child needs reminders for