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End‑of‑Year Checklist for Parents of Children with Special Needs
The end of the school year can feel overwhelming when you're juggling IEPs, evaluations, and therapy schedules. This checklist breaks it all down into manageable steps, so you can close out the year feeling organized, confident, and ready for what's next.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Apr 222 min read
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Navigating the Path to Adulthood: A Guide to Transition Services for Students with Unique Needs
Transition planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Learn what school-based transition services can include, when to start, and how to build a practical plan for life after high school—supporting your student’s goals for education, work, and independent living.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Mar 42 min read
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Decoding the Alphabet Soup: Common Special Education Acronyms and What They Mean
This is a quick, easy guide to special education acronyms.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Nov 12, 20252 min read
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Accommodations vs. Modifications: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
The difference between accommodations and modifications are explained along with examples of each.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Oct 15, 20252 min read
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Understanding the PLAAFP: The Heartbeat of Your Child’s IEP
A guide to the PLAAFP.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Oct 1, 20252 min read
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Understanding IDEA: The Backbone of Special Education Advocacy
Understanding IDEA is the backbone for your child's placement into special education.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Sep 24, 20252 min read
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You Are Not Alone: A Parent Class That Transforms the Special Education Journey
As a parent of a child with special needs, you are probably overwhelmed and confused. In this blog post, a summary is given about a parenting class that will be held on October 8, 2025 and October 11, 2025.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Sep 19, 20252 min read
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Navigating the IEP Meeting: A Parent's Guide to Success
Navigating an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting can be stressful.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Sep 10, 20253 min read
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Advocacy 101: How to Be Your Child's Fiercest Advocate
This is a quick and easy guide to help you be your child's advocate.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Aug 20, 20253 min read
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Navigating IEP and 504 Plans
A quick guide to Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504 plans.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Jul 30, 20252 min read
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Helping Kids in Special Education Start Strong: A Family-Friendly Back-to-School Plan
This a quick and easy Back to School Checklist for students who receive special education services.
Staci Benoit-Grice
Jul 23, 20252 min read
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