As these last summer days wind down, our community of parents prepare for a new school year and implementation of a new IEP/ 504 Plan. We know that a new school year brings a new IEP Team, new teachers, new caseworkers, and sometimes even a new building! We've compiled 8 of our favorite "Pro Tips" to help you focus in on the nuances of IEP implementation and how to best position your child for success. Read on! |
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8 Back to School Tips:
Managing the IEP Team and Implementation
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1. Accountability Check! Request an IEP (or 504) meeting, in writing, to take place 1 month into the school term. You can then how your child’s IEP is unfolding with new teachers and routines and make modifications before too much time has passed. We all know how fast the school year goes and how difficult it is to coordinate schedules; having a meeting on the books sets an automatic check in. You can always cancel this meeting if your child’s year is on track. Pro tip: schedule this check-in meeting during your annual IEP or 504 meeting- yes, even if it is months in advance!
2. Smooth Transition. If your child will be entering a new school building (transferring to the middle school or high school building, for example), you can request meetings and/or tours so your child can become familiar ahead of time..... Click here to continue reading this article.
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📢 Mark Your Fall Calendars! |
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The Arc of Illinois Speak Up and Speak Out Summit
October 5, 2023 3:00PM - October 6, 2023 4:00PM
This year's theme is "Building a Better Future Together" and will focus on providing attendees with information to help empower them to use their voice to make positive choices and changes in their life.
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Options Fair 2023
October 11, 2023 6:00PM-8:30PM
The Options Fair offers students with an IEP or 504 Plan and their families an opportunity to meet with colleges/universities, college experience programs, trade schools, and agencies that can provide services after high school.
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Illinois Statewide Transition Conference
November 2-3, 2023
Clancy & Associates presents Legal Planning for the Special Needs Family
Thursday, November 2, 2:15PM-3:15PM
The conference will focus on best practices in promoting effective, person-centered transition planning that addresses all aspects of adult life for youth with disabilities. Clancy & Associates will be presenting Legal Planning for the Special Needs Family.
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BEST (Business and Education for Students in Transition) Fair
November 15, 2023 6:00PM-7:00PM Presentations, 7:00PM-8:30PM Best Fair
This in-person resource fair is for students with special needs, their parents/guardians, and professionals.
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Be sure to check out our Events Page regularly for newly scheduled events.
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When the parent of an adult with disabilities retires, the child may qualify for federal disability benefits, even if the child has never worked.
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Getting a protective order might be the best way to safeguard a vulnerable person from individuals who wish them harm.
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Emotional support animals (ESAs) are pets prescribed by a licensed mental health professional for those with disabling mental illness.
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With the unemployment rate for American workers with disabilities twice that of those without disabilities, the AbilityOne Program seeks to help.
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Community Spotlight: Glen Ellyn Gators |
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The Glen Ellyn Gators is a wonderful summer swim team program for children. This year, the Glen Ellyn Gators, together with some amazing Glen Ellyn moms, started an inclusive swim program so kids of all abilities could experience the fun, team spirit, and friendship that comes with participating in the Glen Ellyn Gators. The program provided a modified practice schedule with small groups and one-to-one coaches for each swimmer. The season ended with an inclusive swim meet that was surrounded by cheering, high-fives, smiles, and happy tears. This program is an example of inclusion at its best – ensuring that all kids feel comfortable and confident to be themselves.
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Planning for individuals with special needs and their families. |
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Clancy & Associates, Ltd. is Illinois's only full-service special needs planning law firm dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs and their families. Our mission is to help families protect and empower their loved ones with a disability through streamlined, comprehensive planning. We use our innovative full-service approach to both identify opportunities and secure solutions and benefits for our clients at our Firm. We “keep watch” for families so they can attend to the daily priorities of their loved one’s life and leave the legal planning to us.
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