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Getting to Know the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
The Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is an essential tool designed to support infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. This guide provides a structured overview of each step Read More
Ensuring Safety and Inclusion: Adding an Emergency Action Plan to the IEP or 504 Plan
Emergency Action Plans are crucial for ensuring the safety of students with disabilities during crises like earthquakes, fires, or active shooter events. These plans should be integrated into existing Individualized Read More
Beyond School Walls: A Guide to Homeschooling in Washington State
Homeschooling is a popular and flexible educational option for many families. “Home-based instruction” (HBI), as it’s referred to in Washington State law, must meet specific required subjects and instructional hours Read More
Simple Instructions on How to Get Help From PAVE!
How to Get Help from PAVE (Simple Instructions) This page shares a short video that shows how to request help from PAVE. If you prefer not to watch the video, Read More
Holiday Survival Tips For Families with Special Healthcare Needs
Every family experiences holidays and end-of-year transitions differently. This article provides a sampling of ideas for families with children (of any age) experiencing special healthcare needs or disability. If a Read More
Giving the Gift of Sensory-Regulation: Supporting a Happy Holiday Season for All
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, that is, until… Sensory overload can happen to anyone. It is not specific to any single age or disability. In fact, it Read More
Early Intervention: How to Access Services for Children Birth to 3 in Washington
New parents often worry about their child’s growth and development, especially when comparing with other children. Early intervention can be crucial for children with developmental delays or disabilities. In Washington, Read More
Bullying at School: Resources and the Rights of Students with Special Needs
Students with disabilities who are bullied at school have legal protections, and schools have added responsibilities to ensure their safety and well-being. When acts of bullying involve discrimination based on Read More
Section 504: A Plan for Equity, Access and Accommodations
A student with a disability is protected by multiple federal laws. One of these laws is the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This law is enforced by the U.S. Department of Read More
Open Enrollment for Medicaid and Medicare Dual Eligibility
Brief Overview Full Article Open enrollment for Medicaid and Medicare starts on November 1st, 2024 and ends on January 15th, 2025. The annual opportunity to sign up, renew, or change Read More
What Parents Need to Know when Disability Impacts Behavior and Discipline at School
Behavior is a form of communication, and children often try to express their needs and wants more through behavior than words. When a young person has a disability or has Read More
Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3), Part 3: How the Compact Protects Academic Progress toward Graduation
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3, pronounced “mick three”) is the more commonly used name for the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunities for Military Children. A Brief Overview
Procedural Safeguards: Student and Parent Rights in Special Education
A Brief Overview: Full Article The Procedural Safeguards are a written set of legal protections under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) designed to ensure that students with special Read More
Placement: Deciding Where a Student Spends the School Day
Where and when a student goes to school is called the placement. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) describes how much time a student spends in different settings. It also includes Read More