Parent/Teacher conferences will soon be here and it shouldn’t be a one-sided conversation. Save this article for 5 questions to ask during your next parent/teacher conference (that move beyond grades).

The IEP or 504 Plan can’t just exist on paper. In fact, the plan is only as good as its execution. IEPs and 504 Plans are legally binding documents, protected by IDEA (a federal law). They are not a list of “suggestions” or “what we hope happens on a good day”. 

Your child’s case manager can be one of your biggest allies, and just like you, they want your child to succeed! Starting the year with open communication sets the stage for a strong partnership all year long.

PLAAFP or Present Levels of Academic Achievement is one of the most important parts of the IEP because it drives goal and service decisions.