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I know it is very easy to have negative thoughts about this process however it is best to stay calm and identify an advocate to accompany you on this journey. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

You are the main player on this team. Don't let any IEP team make you feel like they make the decisions. If you don't want something (a service, a goal, any specific) you ask for it to be changed or removed. Speak up! Advocate for your child. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Your child is a human being and should be treated with care. Don't let the school rush your meeting or treat you or your child like they are just a number. Advocate for your child. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

It is so easy to get caught up in your child's current strengths and weaknesses. I always like to visualize how I want my client to function independently as a young adult and then work backwards. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Don't wait to contact the school to request for a meeting. Don't wait to get your child tested. Don't wait until the meeting to ask questions. Just don't wait..... #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

When your case manager sends home the draft IEP, mark of your document. Highlight, write questions and comments on it, and any other markups needed for you to remember any comments or questions you have to communicate to the IEP team. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Always take notes and write people's name and contact info. In this way, you can review what was said and decided before or after the meeting. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Please look at your child's goals annually to ensure the school is challenging your child. I have seen an IEP where the same goal was on there for 3 straight years. Please review your IEP. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Check the service page if you have questions on what services your child is receiving. Also, you can inquire about the services to ensure your child is receiving the documented service. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama

Stick to the facts when advocating for your child. It is easy to start an argument but keeping a cool and calm demeanor goes a long way. #speechtherapy #speechtherapyathome #heartospeak #specialneeds #specialneedsfamilies #specialeducationadvocate #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsmom #specialneedsdad #specialeducation #IEPadvocacy #IEP #alabamaadvocate #birminghamspeechtherapy#speechtherapyalabama