by Julie Kibby | Jul 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
by Julie Kibby | May 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Every service we provide to a student begins with hope: hope for progress, confidence, and greater independence. When that hope becomes reality—when a student meets their goals and is ready to succeed without support—it’s a moment worth celebrating. Dismissal from...
by Julie Kibby | May 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
As summer break approaches, it’s essential to evaluate which students with disabilities may require Extended School Year (ESY) services. ESY implementation remains inconsistent across educational settings. Throughout my career, I’ve encountered various...
by Julie Kibby | Apr 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
Every day, special education professionals enter IEP meetings armed with specialized knowledge and technical vocabulary. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: your expertise becomes a wall instead of a bridge when wrapped in language parents can’t...
by Julie Kibby | Apr 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
The MTSS Funding Challenge As a special education director, you understand the value of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in helping struggling students before they require special education services. But a common concern I hear from directors is: “How do...
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