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End-of-Year IEP Checklist: 7 Things Before Summer
It's mid-March, and your inbox is already getting the "spring break" notices and end-of-year reminders from school. But if your child has an IEP,...
What to Do When School Denies IEP Request: 4 Options
You asked for something your child needs. Maybe you requested additional speech therapy. Maybe you asked for a one-on-one aide. Maybe you asked for...
IEP School Transitions in Arizona: Protect Your Child’s Services
It's spring, and you just made the decision (or it was made for you): your child is changing schools next year. Maybe it's elementary to middle...
Extended School Year (ESY) Services in Arizona
I see you. It's March, and if you're reading this, you're probably wondering: does my child need summer special education services? Maybe your...
Mental Health Services in IEPs: What Your Child Is Entitled to Receive in 2026
If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health challenges that are affecting their ability to learn and thrive...
School Vouchers and Special Education: What Arizona Parents Must Understand Before Accepting an ESA
I need to have a direct conversation with you about something that keeps me up at night. Every week, I talk to Arizona parents who are considering...
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....
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