Ashley CarolNov 16, 20233 min readWhen Should You Hire a Special Education Advocate?Children with #disabilities, ages 3 to 21, have access to public education because of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act...
Ashley CarolJun 14, 20233 min readIEP and Evaluation TimelineSchools are required to take action to guarantee that parents are present at each #ARD/#IEP meeting or are given the opportunity to...
Ashley CarolMay 17, 20232 min readIEP Checklist: A Parent's GuideHaving a plan in place is a significant step in guaranteeing your child's special education needs are being met at school when you are...
Ashley CarolApr 5, 20234 min readAutism Spectrum DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition frequently identified in children. Autism was once the label used to...
Ashley CarolMar 27, 20232 min readExecutive Function Skills and ADHDADHD and Executive function In children, ADHD can have a variety of effects. People use their executive function skills throughout the...
Ashley CarolMar 22, 20234 min readWriting an Effective Behavior Intervention PlanOften disruptive students frequently struggle to study and fall behind academically. Most children occasionally get into trouble, but a...
Ashley CarolMar 9, 20233 min readTake a peek into an inclusive school setting!If you are reading this blog, it is likely that you are looking for information to ensure that your student or someone else close to you...
Ashley CarolMar 1, 20232 min readChild Find DutyDo you suspect that your child may have a disability? Perhaps you visited the doctor to get advice on what to do. You might have a gut...
Ashley CarolFeb 24, 20233 min readWhat is FAPE and who qualifies for it?Does my child qualify for FAPE? Your child is eligible for a free appropriate public education (FAPE) if you live in the United States...