Advocacy Toolkit and Resource Library
Discover practical guides and step-by-step tips to support your child’s education, from IEP planning to effective communication with schools.
10 steps to get you started https://www.informingfamilies.org/post/learning-advocacy-in-special-education
IDEA regulations https://sites.ed.gov/idea/statuteregulations/
What you need to bring to an IEP meeting https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-to-bring-to-an-iep-meeting
Information about other types of neurodivergence and IEPs https://www.understood.org/
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act: FAPE Free Appropriate Public Education https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/civil-rights-laws/disability-discrimination/frequently-asked-questions-section-504-free-appropriate-public-education-fape
Casey. (2021). IEP vs 504 Plan- What’s the Difference. YouTube. https://youtu.be/YDgozO6QvO0?si=fb94avW4g0sHDME9
Cunningham, K. (2021). Do you really know your IEP rights? YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5tw8mzfTFs
Cunningham, K. (2020). When you disagree about the IEP. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhSLswESTzE
Easy to Follow Resource Videos
Definitions
IDEA Act: Individuals with Disabilities Act. This protects the rights of children to make sure they get a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) tailored to their specific needs. This includes learning in the least restrictive environment (LRE), which means being with their peers as much as possible. This will result in an individualized education program (IEP), which is an educational plan tailored to the student.
Resource Requests
Allow parents to request specific resources or report gaps so the library can continually improve and stay relevant.
Allow parents to request specific resources or report gaps so the library can continually improve and stay relevant.
Educational Advocacy for Students with Autism 