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What the 2026 IDEA Changes Mean for Your Child’s IEP: A Phoenix Parent’s Guide
If you're a Phoenix parent with a child on an IEP, you've probably seen alarming headlines about special education changes coming in 2026. Maybe...
Navigating Special Education Changes in 2026: What Arizona Parents Need to Know
If you've been following the news about special education policy, you're probably worried. And honestly? You should be paying attention. 2026 is...
What Happens in an IEP Meeting? A Parent’s Complete Guide
Walking into your first IEP meeting can feel overwhelming. You're sitting across the table from a room full of professionals who seem to speak a...
IEP vs. 504 Plan: Which Support Does Your Child Actually Need?
If you've just learned that your child might qualify for educational support, you're probably hearing two terms tossed around: IEP and 504 Plan....
How to Request a Special Education Evaluation in Arizona: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
If you're reading this, you've probably noticed something isn't quite right with how your child is doing in school. Maybe they're struggling to keep...
Recognizing the Warning Signs: Does Your Child Need Special Education Services?
As a parent, you already know when something feels off. You've watched your child struggle while their classmates move ahead. You've spent nights...
What Proposed Budget Cuts Mean for Your Child’s Special Education
As parents of children with disabilities, you already know how hard you’ve worked to make sure your child gets the services, supports, and respect...
Mental Health in Schools Is a Right, Not a Privilege — How IEPs & 504 Plans Can Help Your Child Thrive
Mental Health in Schools Is a Right, Not a Privilege — How IEPs & 504 Plans Can Help Your Child Thrive Every day, I work with families whose...
Why Parent-Teacher Collaboration Matters in Special Education: A Special Education Advocate’s Guide to IEP Success
Partnering for Student Success: The Power of Collaboration in Special Education The beginning of the school year is a critical time for students...
Exploring School Choice
Discover how different educational environments can cater to the diverse needs of students, particularly those requiring special education...
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End-of-Year IEP Checklist: 7 Things Before Summer
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