By Nahomi, Educational Psychologist at Brain Matters
Navigating the world of special education can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to advocate for your child while learning unfamiliar terms like “IEP,” “504 Plan,” “FAPE,” or “LRE.” The truth is, parents don’t need to be experts in educational law they just need the right support.
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a legal document that outlines the specialized support a child with a disability needs to succeed in school. It includes services like speech therapy, academic accommodations, behavioral goals, and more. But before any of that happens, your child needs to be evaluated, found eligible, and have a team including you that works together to create the plan.
At Brain Matters, we help families not only understand the IEP process, but actively participate in it with confidence. From preparing for meetings to reviewing evaluations and developing goals that truly reflect your child’s needs, we’re here every step of the way.
Remember: you are your child’s best advocate. And you don’t have to do it alone.
