Essential resources for understanding the world of special education in Howard County and beyond.
Least Restrictive Environment
What is LRE? Parents’ Place of Maryland The Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is one of the six main principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). LRE is a…
S.M.A.R.T. IEP GOALS
Questions to Consider The Parents’ Place of Maryland Each child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) is required to have annual goals. The goals should build on the level of skills and…
Anatomy of an IEP
Understood An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a blueprint for a child’s special education experience at school. The plan describes what services and supports the child gets. IEPs tend to…
Helping Children With Autism Handle Everyday Transitions
By Maria Davis-Pierre LMHC Transitions can be difficult for a lot of children, but you want to be sure to pay close attention to them when your child is autistic.…
