Seeing your child mix up b and d when reading or writing can feel alarming. But here’s the good news: it’s incredibly common ...

If you're new to special education, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by acronyms, meetings, and stacks of paperwork. But at the heart of it all is one central question: What is the actual goal of an IEP?

The Real Story Behind the “Birthright Citizenship” Case and How It Actually Affects Your IEP. Back in January 2025, President ...

I love walking into a classroom and seeing bulletin boards that do more than just decorate. They tell a story, highlight ...

When it comes to understanding the learning and behavior needs of autistic students, executive function (EF) skills are often ...

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) ...

My goal is to make your IEP process easier. There are only a few thousand people in the country who know as much about IEPs as I do. I've been an IEP/Special Education Advocate who has attended 100s ...

You know what’s fun? Sharpening pencils, organizing a million glue sticks, and trying to explain to a five-year-old why they ...

Adaptive Behavior Goals. An adaptive behavior IEP goal focuses on everyday functional skills that help a student navigate school and life independently—like following routines, managing personal care, ...

Adversely Impacts vs Substantially Limits. When determining whether a child qualifies for an IEP under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or a 504 Plan under Section 504 of the ...

A well-written IEP goal is essential to the IEP and special education. How can you monitor progress if you don’t know what you are aiming at? Welcome to the ADayInOurShoes IEP Goal Bank, a carefully ...

Life Skills IEP Goals and Objectives. You may look at this list and say, “Hey, you said these were IEP transition goals! These are just independent living skills!” However, it’s easy to form them into ...