Videos

What You Need to Know to Prepare for an IEP Meeting

Discover the keys to successful IEP meetings and how to best prepare for crucial aspects of the process. From harnessing the power of parental input to navigating the 3-Day Disclosure Rule, and championing your child's goals and needs, this video is focused on empowering you with essential insights for an informed and effective IEP.

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Are your IEP Goals Working?

Don't be fooled! Many people are misled with data. Understanding IEP goals, the data, and how to analyze progress is necessary to providing a child an appropriate education. In this workshop we cover:

Steps to breaking down IEP goals and data to see if a child is truly making progress on their IEP goal(s);
How to chart data to determine if a child is making progress on their IEP goals; and
How to monitor progress on IEP goals as a parent.

Discipline In Special Education

Discipline in special education is a complicated topic. Join the team as they unpack:

Discipline in Special Education Fundamentals
Manifestation Determination Reviews
What to Look Out For
Interrogating a Minor & Parent Rights

Independent Educational Evaluations Must-Knows

Here's the description: At Breaking Autism, we believe Knowledge Is Power. Learn about Independent Educational Evaluations (or IEEs) in Special Education in this Exclusive Interview!

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Parents' Rights to Meaningful Participation in Special Education

Parents have every right to be an informed and meaningful participant in all meetings on the identification, evaluation, and placement of their child. In fact, by law, parents play an equal role to District team members. Did you know courts affirm that “parents surely know the student the best, regardless of any expertise”! (L.H. v. Hamilton)

For more information, check out our Parents' Rights to Meaningful Participation blog.

How to Monitor Progress on IEP Goals Workshop

Learn about special education best practices and fundamentals during this Special Education seminar! Walk away with an understanding of how to monitor progress on IEP goals and not be intimidated by looking at data in a meaningful way as a parent and professional.

To dive in deeper, check out our How to Monitor Press on IEP Goals presentation slides.

Eligibility: How Do You Know if Your Child Needs Special Education?

Do you think your child might be eligible for special education? Do you have concerns about your child's progress? Learn about special education rights and eligibility, including how to get a child properly evaluated for special education.

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Special Education: Understanding RTI, 504 Plans & IEPs

Are you concerned about your child's education or progress? Are you confused about the differences in Response to Intervention (RtI), Section 504 Plan, and Individualized Education Program (IEP)? Learn how about the continuum of educational interventions and options available to students to help identify what is most appropriate for your child. This video is jammed packed with information.

Exactly How to Write Parent Input for IEP Meetings & Why it is Critical for Student Success

Learn about drafting the most effective Parental Input statements for Individualized Education Plan (or IEP) meetings. Understand the key information you need about special education rights!