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IDEA information for parents and families
Federal overview of IDEA, parent participation, procedural safeguards, and special education information.
View resourceIDEA evaluation procedures
Federal regulation describing evaluation procedures, use of varied tools, and consideration of parent-provided information.
View resourceParent participation and educational records
Federal IDEA regulation concerning parent participation in meetings and access to education records.
View resourceDisability discrimination FAQs
Department of Education answers about Section 504 and disability discrimination in education settings.
View resourceTransition and postsecondary access
Federal guidance on coordinating transition services and postsecondary access. Check current law and local agency guidance for individual circumstances.
View resourceAssistive technology in IDEA
Federal regulation on assistive technology devices and services when required as part of a child’s special education program.
View resourceFrom the blog
Start with a useful read.
Understanding Special Education: A Practical Starting Point for Families
A calm starting point for learning the language, people, and steps involved in school-based support.
Read article →IEP vs. 504 Plan: Understanding the Differences
A plain-language overview of two different education frameworks and why individualized context matters.
Read article →10 Questions to Ask Before Your Next IEP Meeting
Use these open-ended prompts to understand the information, options, and next steps discussed by the team.
Read article →A resource-first approach
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