by Julie Kibby | Sep 3, 2025 | 504 Plan, IEP
If you’re a special education director, chances are you’ve asked (or been asked), “Does this student need an IEP or a 504 Plan?” And honestly, it’s a fair question — one that doesn’t always come with a clear-cut answer. Even veteran educators get tripped...
by Julie Kibby | Apr 1, 2025 | Eligibility, IEP, Uncategorized
As educators — especially those working in special education — we often find ourselves in the delicate role of not just delivering information, but shaping how that information is received. One of the most emotionally charged conversations we have with families is...
by Julie Kibby | Feb 24, 2025 | IEP, IEP Meeting
Every day, special education professionals walk into IEP meetings with the best intentions. But here’s the hard truth: good intentions aren’t enough when parents leave feeling confused, dismissed, or angry. Parents are the heroes in their child’s...
by Julie Kibby | Feb 19, 2025 | IEP, IEP Meeting, News for Schools, Uncategorized
Let me tell you about a problem that’s costing your students valuable learning opportunities and your teachers precious time. Every day, teachers walk into IEP meetings with game-changing insights, but too often, those insights go unheard. The result? IEPs that miss...
by Julie Kibby | Jan 22, 2025 | IEP, Interventions, Speech
Special education thrives on consistent system adherence. Here’s how to transform protocols into daily habits: Visual System Integration Post step-by-step checklists and QR codes linking to guides. Use color-coded charts and visual reminders in key areas. Regularly...
by Julie Kibby | Jan 16, 2025 | IEP, Language, Speech, Uncategorized
In the evolving landscape of special education, the 3:1 service delivery model emerges as a game-changer for speech therapy. This innovative approach maximizes both therapeutic intensity and classroom integration, while offering practical solutions for SLPs’...
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