https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg Made with serendipity en-us 2020-09-09 00:28:16 UTC 2025-12-15 14:53:13 UTC hello@padlet.com awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729512091 This is the special education resource page from the official California courts website. This webpage has a plethora of resources that can help parents determine their child's rights in special education. It is a great place to begin if someone is new to special education or need to know how to get their child in special education. There is information about assessment and eligibility, IEPs , behavior and school discipline, and special education needs and services. All of the most important information a parent should have regarding special education can be found on this webpage. ]]> 2020-09-09 00:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729512091 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729526370 This webpage from the California Department of Education describes the procedural safeguards that is required and must be provided to parents. This notice is required when a parent asks for a copy, the first time a child is referred for a special education assessment, each time a child is given an assessment plan for evaluation, at the receipt of the first state or due process complaint in a school year, or when there is a removal that constitutes a change of placement. Furthermore, this article discusses when a prior written notice is required and what is should contain as well as parental consent, due process rights, mediation, and nondiscriminatory assessments. ]]> 2020-09-09 00:35:58 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729526370 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729562395 "An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or “plan”). It’s a map that lays out the program of special education instruction, supports, and services kids need to make progress and thrive in school." This article defines and explains an IEP. This a great article for parents that are new to special education and have not had an IEP written for their child. This article explains the differences between an IEP and a 504 plan, who gets an IEP, and why. Furthermore, this article explains the benefits of an IEP such as explaining accommodations, legal protections, and assistive technology. ]]> 2020-09-09 00:52:23 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729562395 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729572676 This article explains the rights students with disabilities have when getting disciplined at school. Instead of just punishing them, the school has a responsibility to help those students that misbehave due to a disability. The article explains that having a disability is not an excuse to misbehave, but the behavior will help the school determine how to best help the student. ]]> 2020-09-09 00:57:04 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729572676 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729585741 Parents should prepare for the IEP meetings that are scheduled for their child. Preparing beforehand will help parents ensure that their child is receiving the support they need from the IEP team. Being prepared will empower the parent and help them organize the important information they want to share, inquire about, or better understand. The article provides six excellent tips for parents. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:03:19 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729585741 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729594599 This article from LA Times discusses ways for parents to adapt their living space into a distance learning space for their child. The article suggests that parents adjust their expectations, prioritize social time for their child, get more involved with their schooling, keep to a schedule, and understand their rights. Distance learning is especially hard for students with disabilities. These families will have to work extra hard to make sure their child is receiving the support they need and that the school is providing the child with the mandated services. This article is interesting and provides parents with a new perspective on distance learning. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:07:30 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729594599 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729612270 This article extends a caring and supportive tone to parents who have a child with a disability. This article reminds parents that they are not alone and even when times get tough, the journey is all about love. This article has 20 great suggestions/reminders that even though a child may have a disability, they deserve a quality education. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:15:40 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729612270 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729623668 Just because a child has a disability, does not mean they cant get in. This article explains how colleges are adapting to accommodate people with special needs. This resource guide provides information about different colleges and how they are meeting the needs of students with disabilities. It provides plenty of examples of successful people graduating from college and how they managed it. It even breaks down colleges into a percentage of different populations of disabilities. This would be a great resource for students that are planning their transition from high school to college. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729623668 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729637310 This document describes what the IDEA now requires for young children with disabilities ages birth through 5 years old and families. There is even a pullout chart that summarizes evaluation procedures, IEP procedures, personnel development procedures, and discipline procedures.]]> 2020-09-09 01:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729637310 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729652582 Children with disabilities who learn and practice their problem solving skills are better equipped for school and society. This video provides parents with tips on how to help their child improve their executive functioning skills. First, the video explains that children need to take ownership for their agenda and feelings. Then, the adult asks the child to choose a goal to focus on. The adult is not judging but listening. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:35:14 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729652582 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729682251 It is crucial for parents to understand what FAPE means. FAPE guarantees that children are provided a free and appropriate education under the law. This is one of the most important legal rights for parents with children who have disabilities. This article is valuable because it not only explains FAPE and parental rights but also explains what FAPE does not cover. ]]> 2020-09-09 01:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729682251 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729695401 This article explains that SELPA is a term to describe the special education local plan areas. These local plan areas are mandated to provide special education services to the children in their region. "SELPAs facilitate high quality educational programs and services for special needs students and training for parents and educators. The SELPA collaborates with county agencies and school districts to develop and maintain healthy and enriching environments in which special needs students and families can live and succeed." ]]> 2020-09-09 01:55:58 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/729695401 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726911248 Check out the benefits of children eating snacks throughout the school day. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:06:40 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726911248 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726916112 This article contains tips on how to get your child to eat healthy foods. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:08:53 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726916112 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726923262 Do you have a student athlete? This website shows all of the available sports that are offered at Natomas Unified School District. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:11:51 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726923262 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726931225 Safe and welcoming learning environments are fundamental for student success. This manual helps define bullying, offer solutions, and ways you can prevent bullying. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726931225 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726938544 This website is in all inclusive stop for resources and information about health and human service programs. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:18:43 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726938544 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726942966 This is a community resource guide in Spanish]]> 2021-09-09 04:20:46 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726942966 awhitney23 https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726949868 For English learners, proper identification of learning disabilities can be crucial to success. This article discusses identification and remediation. ]]> 2021-09-09 04:23:58 UTC https://padlet.com/awhitney23/a6um4es7jlywrpsg/wish/1726949868