Exceptional Advocates

10/01/2026

October is your reminder to check in.

Ask yourself:
•Is my child making progress toward their IEP goals?
•Are accommodations being used?
•Are the accommodations working?
•Are they receiving their services?
•Do I have any new concerns?
•Does the current IEP reflect what my child needs?

Use the beginning of the month as a check in point! Save this post as a reminder! 🍂🎃

09/22/2026

We keep saying it but, check in, check in, check in! If your child is showing any signs of a struggle or you think the IEP is not being followed, the way it should be, you need to speak up ASAP. Put any questions or concerns in an email, follow up as needed, and keep the communication going. You are your child’s best advocate!

09/15/2026

09/14/2026

Question #3! It is totally fine to disagree with what the IEP team may present. You can always ask for data and more information as to why they propose what they propose. If it feels like too much, this is a great time to get an advocate. We can help you understand or present why you disagree. We can help with pushing it further, if needed.

09/10/2026

Question #2! You can always request a meeting! As always, we highly recommend you put it in writing, with a little context as to why you are requesting.

09/09/2026

Question #1 from last week! Hope this helps, please reach out if it resonates and you would like more help!

09/02/2026

An IEP is a legal document, signed by the team, to be carried out by the team. If you are experiencing pushback or frustration from any team member, you need to talk to your child’s case manager or administrator. Ask for a meeting, in writing, ASAP!

09/01/2026

We know it is still very early in the school year, but it is important to check your child’s accommodations and to be sure that they are being utilized/the teacher fully understands how they should work. If you have questions on how to approach this, let us know!

08/31/2026

Be sure all teachers have received your child’s IEP and reached out to you! If not, reach out ASAP! This is especially important if your child has switched schools and you are working with a whole new team!

08/28/2026

Another thing to keep note of, especially if your child is getting adequate sleep at night. School should not completely deplete your child every day. Reach out to the teacher if it is and see how your child is doing in the classroom. 😴