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Special Education Advocate
Trust but Verify: Advice from an educational advocate
Top tips from an advocate on how to trust but verify
Phillip M. Winston
Mar 8, 20240 min read
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How to Best Prepare for Your Child’s Transition Meeting in Special Education
Any transition by nature can be stressful, anxiety-producing, high stakes, and filled with unknowns. Transitions in education come with...
Phillip M. Winston
Feb 25, 20243 min read
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Secrets to Successful Communication with your School and/or District: Advice from an Educational Advocate
Over the last couple of weeks, we have had a lot of questions about communication with the school team. Parents are frustrated that they...
Phillip M. Winston
Feb 4, 20244 min read
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Help! I Think My Child Needs a 1:1 Paraprofessional
We have seen a huge number of questions and comments in various Facebook groups regarding 1:1 paras/paraprofessionals. As with other...
Phillip M. Winston
Jan 28, 20242 min read
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IEP & 504 Accommodations: “We don’t do that here” and other statements you should never hear.
What exactly does an accommodation for a student with a disability mean? The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) uses the...
Phillip M. Winston
Jan 21, 20243 min read
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Don’t Let a School Talk You Out of a Request for an Evaluation for a Suspected Disability: Advice from a Special Education Advocate
How a special education advocate can help you get the support you need from a school or district
Phillip M. Winston
Jan 14, 20243 min read
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You Need a Special Education Advocate: Why building a relationship with an advocate before there's an emergency is advantageous.
Why everyone needs a special education advocate
Phillip M. Winston
Jan 7, 20242 min read
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Setting New Year Goals: Actionable steps for parents of students with IEPs. Recommendations from a special education advocate.
Happy New Year! The new year is an excellent time to reflect on progress and set goals. Have you ever: felt lost in a system that is...
Phillip M. Winston
Jan 2, 20244 min read
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School Discipline and Special Education: Guide for parents when your student has an IEP
Students with an IEP face unique discipline challenges. An advocate can help you navigate special education discipline.
Phillip M. Winston
Dec 24, 20232 min read
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Ensuring Progress on IEP Goals: How a Special Education Advocate Can Help
As a parent of a child with special needs, navigating the Individualized Education Program (IEP) journey can be a complex and...
Phillip M. Winston
Dec 17, 20232 min read
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Advocacy doesn't have to be adversarial. Special Education Advocates can work behind the scenes.
The best advocates don’t need to be out front. They empower families and understand the delicate balance and nuances of working within a...
Phillip M. Winston
Dec 10, 20231 min read
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