How Teachers Are Spotting and Supporting Dyscalculia
How Teachers Are Spotting and Supporting Dyscalculia Math struggles in the classroom are often chalked up to lack of practice, low motivation, or a need for specialized teaching practices. But what happens when students continue to struggle with number sense, the basic operations, and mathematical reasoning despite targeted interventions? Increasingly, teachers are realizing that dyscalculia—a […]
Why PLAAFP is the Powerhouse of the IEP—and How to Write It Well
Why PLAAFP is the Powerhouse of the IEP—and How to Write It Well When writing an IEP, it’s tempting to rush through the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) section to get to the “meat”—the goals, services, and accommodations. But here’s the truth: PLAAFP is the meat. It’s the heartbeat of the […]
How to Write Strong, Measurable IEP Objectives
How to Write Strong, Measurable IEP Objectives Once you’ve crafted a solid, meaningfully compliant IEP goal, the next step is just as crucial: writing strong objectives. Think of IEP objectives as steppingstones—without them, students are left with a single, distant goal and no clear way to get there. During our workshop series, Melissa Cook […]
Writing Compliant IEPs That Truly Support Student Growth
Writing Compliant IEPs That Truly Support Student Growth It’s that time of year again. Spring break is fading in the rearview mirror, statewide testing is ramping up, and for special educators, that can only mean one thing—IEP season is in full swing. With calendars packed and deadlines looming, the temptation to copy and paste last […]
