Empowering Parents of Children in Special Education
A Guide to Rights and Services
Empowering Parents of Children in Special Education
A Guide to Rights and Services
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An indispensable guide that helps parents become informed, confident, and effective advocates at every stage of their children's special education journey.
Navigating special education can feel overwhelming, filled with unfamiliar terminology, complex procedures, and high-stakes decisions that impact your child's future. This supportive resource breaks down the process into clear, understandable steps, giving parents and caregivers the knowledge and tools they need to participate fully and advocate successfully.
From understanding evaluations and eligibility to developing effective Individualized Education Programs and Individualized Family Service Plans, you'll learn how special education works, what services and supports are available, and how to ensure your child's unique needs are being met. The book also explores educational rights and protections, transition planning for life after high school, disciplinary safeguards, and strategies for building productive partnerships with educators and service providers.
Written in an accessible, jargon-free style, this comprehensive resource translates complex legal and educational concepts into practical guidance parents can use immediately.
Whether you are just beginning the special education process or seeking to strengthen your advocacy skills, this book will equip you to make informed decisions, champion your child's success, and become a stronger advocate for disability rights in your community and beyond.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: “What's special education?”: An Overview
Chapter 2: “Someone says my child may have a disability - what now?”: The Pre-Referral, Referral, and Evaluation Processes
Chapter 3: “How do all of my child's teachers know what to do to help them?”: The Individualized Education Program (IEP) and the Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP)
Chapter 4: “What can the school do to help my child?”: Special Education Services
Chapter 5: “OK, so my child is finishing high school - now what do I do?”: Transition Planning and Post-Secondary Resources
Chapter 6: “Can they punish my child despite their disability?”: Behavior, Disability, and Discipline
Chapter 7: “I know our rights!”: Procedural Safeguards
Chapter 8: “I want to stay informed, and I want to help!”: Staying Up-To-Date and Advocating for Disability Rights
Appendix 1: Frequently Asked Questions and Common Disputes (and Solutions)
Appendix 2: Keeping Everything Organized
Appendix 3: State Extensions to the IDEA
Appendix 4: Acronyms and Glossary
Product details
| Published | 10 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 176 |
| ISBN | 9798216351665 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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