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How to Meaningfully Include Students in the IEP Process
How to Meaningfully Include Students in the IEP Process The IEP process is designed to support students—but how often do we actually hear from them? During our workshop, Dr. Angel Filer emphasized that including students in their IEP meetings
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,
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
Funding in Your Backyard: Why Local Funding Should Be Your First Move
Funding In Your Background: Why Local Funding Should Be Your First Move At TouchMath, we believe every student deserves access to tools that make learning math accessible, engaging, and achievable. But we also know that sometimes, the biggest challenge isn’t
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
Understanding ATSI Funding: What It Is and How Schools Can Access It
Understanding ATSI Funding: What It Is and How Schools Can Access It Across the United States, educators are always looking for ways to better support students, especially those facing significant learning challenges. One important resource available to help address these
Understanding Dyscalculia: Insights from Cognitive Science
Understanding Dyscalculia: Insights from Cognitive Science Dyscalculia, often called “math dyslexia,” refers to a persistent difficulty in understanding numbers and calculations despite normal intelligence and adequate education. A comprehensive overview featured in an educational-sciences volume (B9780443222245000011) outlines the latest findings,
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,
Uncovering a Hidden Struggle: The History of Dyscalculia
Uncovering a Hidden Struggle: The History of Dyscalculia Dyscalculia—often dubbed “math dyslexia”—is far from a modern invention. Though less known than its linguistic counterpart, its roots trace back well over a century. This post explores how our understanding of this