2018 5K Race Results Are In!
A big THANK YOU to all who participated in our wonderful event this morning. Your support will go a long way to enhance our mission of providing support, promoting awareness and…
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You Finally Received the Waiver, Now What?! Information for New Enrollees
The Maryland Autism Waiver is a home and community-based services (Medicaid) waiver for children with autism spectrum disorder. This presentation will help newly enrolled families understand what they can and…
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Special Education Mediation Fosters Conflict Resolution
Mediations can avoid involving the legal system in disputes By Ann Logsdon Special education mediations take place when parents and schools disagree on special education programs for students with learning…
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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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Facilitated IEP Team Meetings in Maryland
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents and Public Agency/School Personnel Maryland State Department of Education Having IEP team meetings facilitated by an independent, trained “facilitator” is rapidly becoming a popular means…
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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.…
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School Discipline: The Rights of Students With IEPs and 504 Plans
By Andrew M.I. Lee, J.D. Some kids have learning and attention issues that cause them to misbehave. If they have an IEP or a 504 plan, what happens if they…
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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…
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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…
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Maryland’s Nonpublic Schools
A nonpublic school is the appropriate choice for many Maryland students who are unable to have their needs met in the public schools. These schools, which are members of the…
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