Have open lines of communication, develop a communication plan with your student’s school team (email, text, app, Google doc, etc).
Create a one-page profile with your student to share with the new school team members.
First quarter check-in (email, phone call, meeting)-- what’s working/what’s not working.
First day dry run. Drive the route/locate the bus stop/walk/take the public transit your student will be using.
Create a before school routine and time schedule.
Get connected with your Local Right to Education Task Force https://www.pattan.net/
Go prepared to all school IEP/504 plan meetings. Have a list of questions/concerns to address at the meeting.
Take someone with you to IEP/504 plan meetings for your comfort and also to help with notes or listening.
It’s okay to take a break at the IEP/504 plan meeting.
Make sure all people introduce themselves at the beginning of each IEP/504 plan meeting.
Students should attend and/or lead their IEP/504 plan meetings.
Make sure you get a final copy of the IEP/504 plan after the meeting.
You do not need to sign or affirm anything at the IEP/504 plan meeting.
Bring snacks!
Try to be well rested.
Parents and guardians are an EQUAL part of the IEP Team.
We are here to listen and help. Call us at 412-995-5000 ext 486 or complete our online intake form.
We wish your student a healthy and successful school year!