by Alexis Jandreau | Aug 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
Meet the Teacher is exciting, but it can also feel rushed. Families are finding classrooms, meeting new staff, dropping off supplies, and trying to remember everything they want to share. This usually isn’t the best time for a long conversation about your child’s...
by Alexis Jandreau | Jul 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
As an IEP advocate, one of the first things I encourage every family to do before the school year begins is create (or update) an IEP binder. At first glance, it might seem like just another organizational project. A three-ring binder, some page protectors, dividers,...
by Alexis Jandreau | Jul 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
As parents, we often walk into IEP and 504 meetings hoping the school has gathered enough information to truly understand our child. But here’s something many families don’t realize: You don’t have to rely solely on school data. In fact, some of the...
by Alexis Jandreau | Jul 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
Starting something new is a big deal—for children and for parents. Even when it’s something exciting, new experiences often come with questions, uncertainty, and sometimes anxiety. Children may wonder: Where am I going? Who will be there? What will we do? Will I...
by Alexis Jandreau | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
A parent advocate can make a significant impact when hired by a family navigating the complexities of their child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). By joining the family’s support team, the advocate brings expertise in special education laws,...
