On August 8, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued an opinion letter confirming that a parent is entitled to time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to attend a meeting at school ...

When navigating the IEP process, parents have a lot on their plate to make sure their child stays on track. Here are some tips to help prepare you for their next IEP meeting. 1. Prior to the IEP ...

As a parent, you have a strong voice for your child’s education. Learn how to advocate for your child during the IEP meeting — from an expert who has been there. When a child with exceptionalities ...

Do you attend IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) or IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings for your child? Parents attend these meetings to plan for children if they have a learning ...

Brandi Hinnant-Crawford is an associate professor of educational leadership at Clemson University and the author of Improvement Science in Education: A Primer. She is the mother of 10-year-old ...

An Individualized Education Program, generally referred to as an IEP, is often necessary for a child with autism spectrum disorder or a developmental disability to succeed. The law supporting your ...