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IEP Cycle diagram with words “Document & Track,” “Review,” “Prepare,” and “Meet” on colorful arrows and shapes against a blue background.

IEP Cycle diagram with words “Document & Track,” “Review,” “Prepare,” and “Meet” on colorful arrows and shapes against a blue background.

AI IEP Advocacy Tools: Highlighter vs Expert IEP vs Arloa vs KidvoKit vs IEPAdvocate.ai

Jan 275 min read

A silhouette of a person walking up a mountain of paperwork labeled with things like IEP, Evaluation, and Prior written notice. They are climbing to a flag with the letters PTI, which stands for Parent Training and Information center. It demonstrates how PTI's provide a direction for families navigating special education.

A silhouette of a person walking up a mountain of paperwork labeled with things like IEP, Evaluation, and Prior written notice. They are climbing to a flag with the letters PTI, which stands for Parent Training and Information center. It demonstrates how PTI's provide a direction for families navigating special education.

Congress Created a Free Resource for Special Ed Families. They're called PTIs.

Jan 274 min read

The Quiet Dismantling of Special Education’s Federal Safeguards

The Quiet Dismantling of Special Education’s Federal Safeguards

The Quiet Dismantling of Special Education’s Federal Safeguards

Oct 14, 20253 min read

Illustration of a gray capitol dome with a "CLOSED" sign and a colorful schoolhouse . Vibrant rays extend from the schoolhouse roof.

Illustration of a gray capitol dome with a "CLOSED" sign and a colorful schoolhouse . Vibrant rays extend from the schoolhouse roof.

What a Federal Government Shutdown Means for Special Education

Oct 2, 20253 min read

Parent stands in front of a closed school door holding a glowing yellow folder labeled “RIGHTS,” symbolizing advocacy after the school refused a special education evaluation.

Parent stands in front of a closed school door holding a glowing yellow folder labeled “RIGHTS,” symbolizing advocacy after the school refused a special education evaluation.

What to Do If the School Refused a Special Education Evaluation

Jun 13, 20253 min read

Adults and a child in discussion, one holding a tablet. Text: "Keep your IEP on track." Colorful teal and yellow background.

Adults and a child in discussion, one holding a tablet. Text: "Keep your IEP on track." Colorful teal and yellow background.

3 Steps to Get Your Child’s IEP Back on Track This Semester

Feb 13, 20254 min read

New Federal Data Shows Why State and Local Special Education Policy Changes Can't Wait

New Federal Data Shows Why State and Local Special Education Policy Changes Can't Wait

New Federal Data Shows Why State and Local Special Education Policy Changes Can't Wait

Jan 18, 20253 min read

Retaliation in Special Education: The Office of Civil Rights Has Your Back

Retaliation in Special Education: The Office of Civil Rights Has Your Back

Retaliation in Special Education: The Office of Civil Rights Has Your Back

Jan 18, 20254 min read

School Climate Surveys: Special Education Caregiver's Voices Should be Heard

School Climate Surveys: Special Education Caregiver's Voices Should be Heard

School Climate Surveys: Special Education Caregiver's Voices Should be Heard

Jan 6, 20253 min read

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Smart Parents Are Revolutionizing Special Education Advocacy

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Smart Parents Are Revolutionizing Special Education Advocacy

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Smart Parents Are Revolutionizing Special Education Advocacy

Nov 16, 20244 min read

Special Education Teacher Shortage Crisis: A Historic Chance for Parent Action

Special Education Teacher Shortage Crisis: A Historic Chance for Parent Action

Special Education Teacher Shortage Crisis: A Historic Chance for Parent Action

Nov 12, 20244 min read

The Advocacy Tightrope: Mastering the Art of Follow-Up Communication in Special Education

The Advocacy Tightrope: Mastering the Art of Follow-Up Communication in Special Education

The Advocacy Tightrope: Mastering the Art of Follow-Up Communication in Special Education

Oct 18, 20248 min read

Your Advocacy Can't Wait for the Next IEP Meeting: Why Staying Engaged in our Children’s Education is More Important Than Ever

Your Advocacy Can't Wait for the Next IEP Meeting: Why Staying Engaged in our Children’s Education is More Important Than Ever

Your Advocacy Can't Wait for the Next IEP Meeting: Why Staying Engaged in our Children’s Education is More Important Than Ever

Special Ed Basics

Oct 8, 20245 min read

Top 3 To-Dos for your Back-to-School IEP Action Plan

Top 3 To-Dos for your Back-to-School IEP Action Plan

Top 3 To-Dos for your Back-to-School IEP Action Plan

Aug 28, 20245 min read

Lighting the Way: How Our Special Education Journeys Led to Highlighter

Lighting the Way: How Our Special Education Journeys Led to Highlighter

Lighting the Way: How Our Special Education Journeys Led to Highlighter

Aug 13, 20249 min read

How Does Your State Stackup? What You Need to Know About IDEA Implementation for the 2024-2025 School Year

How Does Your State Stackup? What You Need to Know About IDEA Implementation for the 2024-2025 School Year

How Does Your State Stackup? What You Need to Know About IDEA Implementation for the 2024-2025 School Year

Jul 16, 20243 min read

Possible Changes to Federal Special Education Policy in 2025: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Possible Changes to Federal Special Education Policy in 2025: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Possible Changes to Federal Special Education Policy in 2025: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Jul 1, 20243 min read

Advocating for Your Kid: A Child-Centered Approach

Advocating for Your Kid: A Child-Centered Approach

Advocating for Your Kid: A Child-Centered Approach

Apr 8, 20242 min read

Empowering Your Parent Advocacy in the New Year: Practical Resolutions to Make a Difference

Empowering Your Parent Advocacy in the New Year: Practical Resolutions to Make a Difference

Empowering Your Parent Advocacy in the New Year: Practical Resolutions to Make a Difference

Jan 2, 20242 min read

"What do I even say?": Talking With Your Child's Teacher About Their IEP Services

"What do I even say?": Talking With Your Child's Teacher About Their IEP Services

"What do I even say?": Talking With Your Child's Teacher About Their IEP Services

Dec 22, 20232 min read

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