How Does a 504 Plan Differ From an IEP?
By Terri Mauro Both a 504 plan and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) involve special education accommodations, but do you know how these two plans differ from each other? Learn…
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Common Acronyms and Terms Used During IFSP and IEP Meetings
Maryland Learning Links IFSP and IEP acronyms and terms are defined here. If you don’t understand something that’s said in your student’s meeting, ask. You are your student’s best advocate.…
Strengths-Based IEPs
Understood Imagine an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that focuses as much on your child’s strengths as it does on your child’s weaknesses. Unfortunately, that’s not the norm for most students…
Does Your Student Need a 1 to 1 Aide?
How to Request a One-to-One Paraprofessional for Your Child by Wayne Steedman, Esq. Does the child need one individual who is assigned to work with the child during the entire…
A Family Guide to Preschool Special Education Services in Maryland
The Preschool Special Education Services Guide provides families with an overview of the steps in Maryland’s IEP team process for preschool children,
Native Language and the IEP Process
Maryland State Department of Education DSE/EIS Technical Assistance Bulletin Revised Aug. 15, 2017 If the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team is not cognizant of the native language of a student,…
How to Make Your Next IEP Start off on the Right Foot
Autism Classroom News and Resources You are getting ready for an IEP meeting. You want it to be a positive IEP, but you aren’t sure what to expect. Maybe it’s…
Maryland Statewide IEP
An Overview for Parents Online Presentation by Maryland Learning Links
Maryland Statewide IEP Process Guide
All Individualized Education Programs (IEP) written in Maryland follow a statewide format. Parents can refer to the Maryland Statewide IEP Process Guide to better understand the intent and purpose of…
What You Need to Know About Adapted Physical Education
By Matthew Schinelli What is adapted physical education? “Adaptive physical education” refers to specially designed instruction based upon specific modifications to traditional instructional cues or curriculum skills.
