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Infographic: Advocating for Your Child
Tip #26: Parents: You have a voice and a critical decision-making role throughout the whole special education process. You know your child best–be sure to ask questions and never stop advocating for your child in a professional, productive way.
Beginning the Secondary Transition Process
While secondary transition must be incorporated into a child’s IEP when he or she turns 14, planning for transition should begin much earlier.
Who Are Special Education Advocates?
Special education advocates are available for hire to help families navigate IEP meetings and processes.
About Special Education
Learn about the special education process and your role as a parent in this process.
Support Groups for Families
After reviewing your Prior Written Notice or other documents, call the Parents’ Place of Maryland or your Local Family Support Coordinator with any questions. Ask about language you don’t understand and discuss different options. They can help prepare you for upcoming meetings.
Steps to Take After Receiving Your Child’s Evaluation Report
Review any recommendations made in the evaluation reports. This information can give you an idea of the goals and objectives to address and to spark questions. Feel free to ask questions about why a recommendation may not be incorporated into a goal or objective
How Paraeducators Help Students and Teachers
A paraeducator’s role in the classroom typically involves providing extra support during a teacher’s instruction to allow students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to participate in general education lessons.
What are Service Delivery Models?
Service delivery models refer to the framework for the delivery of special education services. For example, services may be direct or indirect.
Defining IEP Terminology: A Handout for Families
One way a child’s teacher can help families feel more at ease and make the first IEP meeting as successful as possible is to provide families with a handout that defines IEP terminology and acronyms.
Requesting an Evaluation for Special Education Services for Your Child
If you wish to request an evaluation for your child, you must send a written request to the child’s principal or local special education administrator. If you need assistance writing a request for evaluation for your child, Maryland Learning Links has drafted a template for your reference.