As a parent or caregiver, you know your child better than anyone. You see their brilliance, their quirks, their challenges—and sometimes, you notice things that don’t quite match what you expected. Maybe school is harder than it should be. Maybe you're the only one who sees how much effort it takes for your child to keep up.

If the school refused your request for a special education evaluation, it can feel confusing and frustrating. You’re worried your child may need extra support, and instead of getting help, you’re hearing no.

When your child needs support in school, the special education process can feel overwhelming. You’re asked to absorb acronyms, laws, timelines, and procedures—often while also navigating your child’s day-to-day challenges. It’s a lot. And yet, buried in all of it is something powerful: your legal rights.