Refine Disabilities Parent’s Guide to Special Education Advocacy

Refine Disabilities Parent’s Guide to Special Education Advocacy

Stop feeling overwhelmed. Start advocating with purpose.

You don’t need a law degree to understand your child’s rights.

You need someone who can explain special education in plain English.

Written by special education advocate, and former special education, teacher, Donna Earnest, this comprehensive guide walks parents step-by-step through the special education process- from evaluations and IEP‘s to writing meaningful goals, monitoring progress, and confidently participating in ARD and IEP meetings.

Inside you’ll discover how to:

• Understand evaluations and what they really mean

• Identify a legally strong PLAAFP

• Recognize meaningful IEP goals

• Monitor progress using real data

• Communicate effectively with your school

• Advocate confidently without unnecessary conflict

Whether your child is just beginning the evaluation process or already has an IEP, this guide will help you become an informed, competent advocate.

Because the best advocate for your child is… you.