When a Child Walks Away From School: Why Every School Needs an Elopement Plan
A five-year-old autistic child walked away from his elementary school in Charlotte, North Carolina, earlier this month. His...
Author: Stacey Hoaglund
What Happens Behind the Classroom Door? The Case for Cameras in Special Education
Every morning, parents across Florida send their children with disabilities to school and trust that the adults caring for...
It’s the Third Week of School: Is Your Child’s IEP Being Followed?
The first few weeks of school can be a whirlwind. New teachers, new schedules, new classrooms, transportation changes and a...
Start the School Year with Confidence!
The first week of school sets the tone for the entire year. For students with disabilities, it is more than learning...
Prepare Now for a Better School Year
It's hard to believe that the kids' summer break from school is only a few weeks from ending! Now that ESY is over, the next...
Talking to Your Child About Their Disability: Building Confidence Through Honest Conversations
This summer I gave a talk at the Family Cafe on how parents can help their children develop self-advocacy skills, but what I...
Choosing the Right Special Education Advocate: What Every Parent Should Know
When your child has a disability, the school system can feel overwhelming. Between evaluations, IEP meetings,...
🇺🇸 Helping Every Child Enjoy the Fourth of July!
The Fourth of July is a time for cookouts, parades, fireworks, and spending time with family and friends. While some...
Summer Is the Perfect Time to Help Your Child Discover What They Love!
For many families of children with disabilities, summer can feel like a break from routines, therapies, and school...
Summer Safety Starts with Water Safety
It's hard to believe that it's June! Summer is here, and for many families that means pool parties, beach trips, vacations,...