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Sample Letter to Request an IEP Meeting

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Families can request an IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting at any time—not just during the annual review. A sample letter is available to help parents and guardians formally make this Read More

Get Ready for School with IEP Essentials

Posted on August 25, 2025August 25, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Every student deserves a strong start to the school year. For families of children with disabilities, preparing for school includes reviewing the Individualized Education Program (IEP). The IEP is a Read More

Parents, Navigate Adapted Physical Education, IEPs, and 504 Plans

Posted on August 20, 2025August 27, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Overview Full article Physical Education (PE) is part of school for all students and may be particularly important for your student with a disability. What are the ways in which Read More

Youth, Explore Adapted Physical Education in Your IEP or 504 Plan

Posted on August 19, 2025August 27, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Overview Full article Why is physical education important? How is it helpful to me, as an individual with a disability? Classes can teach you to care for your body and Read More

Attention Students: Lead your own IEP meetings and take charge of your future

Posted on April 22, 2025May 2, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

If you are a student with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), read this article to find out how you can be a leader on your IEP team. Your future is Read More

The Power of Data: Shaping IEPs and 504 plans for Student Success 

Posted on March 20, 2025May 2, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Data plays a crucial role in special education, helping teachers, parents, and support teams create effective learning plans for students with disabilities. By understanding data, students and their families can Read More

Ensuring Safety and Inclusion: Adding an Emergency Action Plan to the IEP or 504 Plan 

Posted on January 29, 2025May 6, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

Emergency Action Plans are crucial for ensuring the safety of students with disabilities during crises like earthquakes, fires, or active shooter events. These plans should be integrated into existing Individualized Read More

Steps to Read, Understand, and Develop an Initial IEP

Posted on August 14, 2024August 14, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

A Brief Overview Full Article After a student is determined eligible for an Individualized Education Program (IEP), the process of building the IEP can feel intimidating. This article provides tips Read More

Steps to Read, Develop, and Understand an IEP Worksheet

Posted on August 14, 2024September 19, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

The IEP document is a lot to absorb. You will be better prepared to support your child when you review the IEP draft before meeting with the IEP team for Read More

Student Rights, IEP, Section 504 and More

Posted on July 18, 2024July 18, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

Getting the right help for students with disabilities is made easier when families learn key vocabulary and understand how to use it. PAVE provides videos to support learning about student Read More

How to Request an Evaluation for an Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Posted on March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

Use this step-by-step checklist to track your child’s progress through the evaluation process. Child Find is the requirement that all school districts must identify all children within their boundaries, ages Read More

IEP Tips: Evaluation, Present Levels, SMART goals

Posted on January 25, 2024April 6, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

Getting services at school starts with evaluation. Eligible students get an individualized Education Program (IEP), which describes a student’s present levels of performance and how specially designed instruction supports progress Read More

Who’s Who on the IEP Team

Posted on December 11, 2023July 15, 2025 by Nicol Walsh

The IDEA requires that certain individuals be included in the IEP team, and their input is valuable in creating a plan that addresses the unique needs of the student. Here Read More

Common Accommodations and Modifications in an IEP For 3-5 year old’s

Posted on December 8, 2023January 22, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

Accommodations and modifications for 3-5-year-olds should be tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. These young children may have various developmental, cognitive, and sensory challenges, so it’s important Read More

Your Child has Met the Eligibility for an IEP – Preparing for the IEP Meeting

Posted on December 8, 2023April 5, 2024 by Nicol Walsh

Use this checklist to prepare for the meeting to discuss special education and related services with your child’s IEP team.

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