My guest is Maria-Lang Gavidia,  Special Education Consultant. This episode helps parents navigating the journey of IEP and 504 plans for a child who struggles with attention and/or learning at school.
Maria began her career as a school psychologist for 11 years, she then became an elementary school principal for several years, and then moved to Special Education Director where she remained for 9 years. She is now a Special Education Consultant at  https://www.mlgspecialeducationadvocacy.com/
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Topics covered in this episode:
Why should a parent consider an IEP and/or 504p?
Who decides a child’s needs for an IEP or 504p?
Where does a parent go within a child’s school for help?
When is it time to use a special ed advocate?
Why is the list of accommodations included in an IEP/504p long?
How can a parent advocate with their child’s teacher in positive way?
How much communication between a parent and teacher too much?
How to foster independence in this process with your child as they mature?
When should a parent consider take action towards a possible IEP/504p?
Maria’s words of wisdom

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