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You don't have to be a special education expert to show up prepared.
Free guides, articles, and tools to help you walk into every ARD meeting informed, prepared, and confident without needing a degree in special education!
You’re probably here because…
- You’re trying to understand what your child’s IEP actually says and whether it’s enough
- Your child isn’t making the progress you expected and you don’t know why
- An ARD meeting is coming up and you don’t feel prepared
- The school is recommending a placement change and you’re not sure how to respond
- Your child’s behavior is becoming the center of every school conversation
- You want to advocate effectively for your child but don’t know where to start
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Understand your child's IEP
The Present Levels section of your child’s IEP (also called the PLAAFP) shows what your child can do, where they struggle, and what they’re working on. It drives every part of the IEP, but it’s often confusing, vague, or incomplete.
This workbook walks you through what should be included, what might be missing, and how to approach the IEP team with confidence. By the end, I hope you’ll feel prepared, informed, and ready to participate as a strong advocate for your child.
IEP Foundations
Understanding the IEP
Behavior & BIPs
When Behavior is Interfering with Learning
ARD Meetings
Navigating ARD Meetings in Texas
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The information on this page, and throughout this website, reflects my professional experience and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not constitute a formal recommendation. Every child’s situation is unique — use this as a starting point, not a substitute for individualized guidance.