by Dan McCool | Oct 9, 2024 | DESE, IEP, IEP Meeting, Related Services, RTI, SPED Program, Uncategorized
Originally published on September 6, 2023, this article has been updated. In education, especially special education, a transformative approach has emerged—the “Golden Thread.” This concept connects all stages of the special education process, ensuring...
by Julie Kibby | Aug 28, 2024 | DESE, Eligibility, IEP, News for Schools, Related Services, SPED Program
Streamlining the referral process for special education is key to providing timely and effective support for students with disabilities. By refining this process, schools can better meet the needs of all students while avoiding delays and reducing the workload on...
by Julie Kibby | Dec 6, 2023 | DESE, News for Schools, Related Services, SPED Program
Big news for Missouri special education professionals! Exciting developments are underway as the state of Missouri has taken a significant step forward to align with the rest of the nation. Now, COTA’s, PTA’s, and SLP-A’s are eligible to enroll as...
by Julie Kibby | Nov 8, 2023 | IEP, IEP Meeting, Related Services
Navigating the intricate landscape of special education can sometimes mean dealing with challenging family dynamics. In our quest to provide the best possible education for students with special needs, we often encounter situations that require finesse, understanding,...
by Dan McCool | Feb 17, 2023 | IEP, Related Services
There is a widespread misunderstanding in Special Education- There is no such thing as “qualifying” for related services. Students do not need to obtain a qualifying score or meet eligibility in a specific eligibility category to receive related...
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