A Parent S Guide To Special Education

Author : Amanda Morin
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781440569685

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The Everything Parent's Guide to Special Education by Amanda Morin Pdf

Be your child's best advocate! Children with special needs who succeed in school have one thing in common--their parents are passionate and effective advocates. It's not an easy job, but with The Everything Parent's Guide to Special Education, you will learn how to evaluate, prepare, organize, and get quality services, no matter what your child's disability. This valuable handbook gives you the tools you need to navigate the complex world of special education and services, with information on: Assessment and evaluation Educational needs for different disabilities, including multiple disabilities Current law, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Working within the school system to create an IEP The importance of keeping detailed records Dealing with parent-school conflict With worksheets, forms, and sample documents and letters, you can be assured that you'll have all you need to help your child thrive--in school and in life!

Author : Jennifer Laviano,Julie Swanson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781510719408

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Your Special Education Rights by Jennifer Laviano,Julie Swanson Pdf

Drawing on decades of experience, Jennifer Laviano, a high-profile special education attorney, and Julie Swanson, a sought-after special education advocate, help parents of students with disabilities navigate their school systems to get the services they need for their children. Parents will find no other book on special education like Your Special Education Rights. Julie and Jennifer demystify the federal laws that govern the rights of public school children with disabilities and explain how school districts often ignore or circumvent these laws. They pull the curtain back on the politics of special education, exposing truths that school districts don’t want you to know, such as the fact that teachers are often under extraordinary pressure not to spend resources on services. Most importantly, they outline the central rights you and your child have regarding your child’s education. Did you know that you can refer your child for a special education evaluation? That you can ask for a second opinion if you disagree with the results of some or all of the testing? That you are entitled to parent counseling, training, and more? They also show you how to take that knowledge and apply it to advocating for your child. Here’s what you need to know about the paperwork you will have to complete, detailed information on how to advocate for your child and how to craft language in documents that benefit your child, and more. Filled with vital information and invaluable resources, Your Special Education Rights gives you the information you need to help your child succeed in school and beyond.

Author : Laurie Dubos,Jana Fromer
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2006-06-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 0807746851

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A Parents' Guide to Special Education in New York City and the Metropolitan Area by Laurie Dubos,Jana Fromer Pdf

This essential guide profiles 33 schools in New York City for children with special needs, plus listings of medical professionals, camps, after-school programs, evaluation centers, and individuals in the field that were recommended by families of children with special needs. Includes information on referrals and evaluations, eligibility criteria, parents' rights, and more.

Author : Michael T. Bailey
Publisher : Publishamerica Incorporated
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2006-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 1424127955

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Special Education by Michael T. Bailey Pdf

Over six million American families are involved in special education, and the numbers are growing. The complex web of laws, regulations, personalities and stresses, combined with anxiety over raising a child with a disability, have made special education advocacy an impenetrable maze to many parents. This book presents the complexities of the process in a simple-to-understand way and offers practical tips, checklists and strategies on how to make the system work to insure the educational success of all children.

Author : Judith Canty Graves,Carson Graves
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780857008787

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Parents Have the Power to Make Special Education Work by Judith Canty Graves,Carson Graves Pdf

Written by parents who have been through the US special education system, this book cuts through the jargon to provide other parents with a no-nonsense road map full of valuable first-hand insights and tried-and-tested advice. The authors clearly describe: · the special education process, including the school hierarchies parents are likely to encounter and etiquette to be aware of when dealing with school personnel · the information parents should expect to see in school evaluations and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and what to do when this information is missing or insufficient · problems parents may encounter when the needs of the school conflict with the needs of a child, including how to deal with such situations and when to seek legal advice · the importance of organizing special education documentation and establishing a 'paper trail', and how to begin this process · why transition planning is so important, and transition services parents may want to consider for their child. Demonstrating that parents really do have the power to make special education work for their child, this empowering guide is essential reading for parents of children with disabilities who are new to the special education system in the US, as well as those who feel frustrated with the system.

Author : Wendy L. Moss,Denise M. Campbell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Learning disabled children
ISBN : 1631981676

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The Survival Guide for Kids in Special Education (and Their Parents) by Wendy L. Moss,Denise M. Campbell Pdf

"Book for kids in special education that gives them tools and strategies to deal with their concerns about special ed, cope with challenges, and see the benefits of special education. Includes stories from real kids, explanations of IEPs and 504 plans, and reproducible forms. A parent section addresses common questions"--

Author : Matthew D. Cohen
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781843108931

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A Guide to Special Education Advocacy by Matthew D. Cohen Pdf

This book gives strategies for advocating for better provision of special education in schools. Cohen's insightful manual gives a practical vision of how a parent or a professional can become an advocate to achieve a more inclusive and rewarding education for the child with a disability.

Author : Jodie Pierce Howard
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-15
Category : Law
ISBN : 1796222461

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A Parent Guide to Special Education Law & Proactive Advocacy by Jodie Pierce Howard Pdf

As a parent and advocate, you are the only constant team member. Other IEP team members- teachers, therapists, and administrators-revolve and eventually fade. You need to make your unique viewpoint as meaningful as possible. However, the laws governing special education are complex; full of confusing terms, rigid timelines, and complicated decisions. This guide translates the legalese and organizes the material, making it user friendly. As you learn more about these laws, you will gain a sense of equality and confidence that will make you a more effective and proactive advocate for your child.Wherever you are on the special education journey, this guide will help you learn: -The school district's responsibilities, -Your child's rights, -Your rights as the parent of a special education student, -Techniques to help you come to each IEP meeting informed and prepared, and-How to be a proactive (rather than reactive) advocate.Using charts, graphs, examples, and other resources, this guide lays out the referral, eligibility, IEP, student discipline, ITP, and dispute resolution processes with an emphasis on maximizing the parents' role as an advocate for the best outcomes for their child. Citations to relevant law are included throughout the manual.

Author : Robert Evert Cimera
Publisher : R&L Education
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2003-01-09
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780585455365

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The Truth About Special Education by Robert Evert Cimera Pdf

This easy-to-read book contains a step-by-step discussion of the special education process and has hundreds of additional resources for parents including professional organizations, support groups, and useful websites.

Author : Winifred Anderson,Stephen Chitwood,Deidre Hayden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Education
ISBN : 0933149727

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Negotiating the Special Education Maze by Winifred Anderson,Stephen Chitwood,Deidre Hayden Pdf

One of the best resources available to parents, teachers, and school administrators for understanding the special education system and learning how to make it work.

Author : Jill C. Dardig
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781634507912

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Involving Parents of Students with Special needs by Jill C. Dardig Pdf

This book helps readers with real-world situations. It is easy and user-friendly, this book provides strategies and tools to aid in communicating with parents.

Author : Susan LaVenture
Publisher : American Foundation for the Blind
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780891288923

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A Parents' Guide to Special Education for Children with Visual Impairments by Susan LaVenture Pdf

This handbook for parents, family members and caregivers of children with visual impairments explains special education services that these children are likely to need and to which they are entitled--and how to ensure that they receive them. Edited and written by experienced parents and professionals, this helpful and easy to use resource addresses the effect of visual impairment on a child's ability to learn and the services and educational programming that are essential for them to get the best education possible. Chapters address early intervention, assessment, different types of services, IEPs, accommodations and adaptations, different types of placements, children with other disabilities in addition to visual impairment, and negotiation and advocacy.

Author : Brenda Jean Bowlby,Catherine Peters,Martha Mackinnon
Publisher : Canada Law Book
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Special education
ISBN : 0888043414

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An Educator's Guide to Special Education Law by Brenda Jean Bowlby,Catherine Peters,Martha Mackinnon Pdf

Author : Marlene Lutkenhoff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1890627771

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Children with Spina Bifida by Marlene Lutkenhoff Pdf

Now thoroughly revised and updated, Children with Spina Bifida--the highly acclaimed guide written especially for parents and recommended by professionals--is available in a new edition. This compassionate and comprehensive guide covers the medical, therapeutic and educational issues that arise from birth to age six. Chapters focus on specific issues, such as: • Causes of spina bifida • Prenatal diagnosis • Neurosurgery • Urological & bowel management • Orthopedic concerns • Physical therapy • Common medical problems • Development • Day-to-day parenting issues • Education & accommodations • A child's emotional health • Legal rights & hurdles • Perspectives from adolescents & adults with spina bifida New to this edition is the latest information on research and medical advancements, including prenatal testing and surgery; new treatments & medications; the link between low folic acid levels and spina bifida; new rating systems for assessing mobility; an overview of orthotics & wheelchair options; changes to federal education law (IDEA); and much more. It also includes a resource guide, and a glossary of terms.

Author : Linda Wilmshurst,Alan W. Brue
Publisher : AMACOM/American Management Association
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Special education
ISBN : 0814416047

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A Parent's Guide to Special Education by Linda Wilmshurst,Alan W. Brue Pdf

This resource offers guidance to parents and their children, teachers, counselors, and administrators on issues including special education laws, eligibility issues and requirements, communication between parents and schools, and other topics.