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Overview of Procedural Safeguards

Overview of Procedural Safeguards

by jfisher@thearctn.org | May 8, 2024 | Blog, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement, Rights/Procedures

When you attend an IEP Meeting, you should be offered a copy of the Procedural Safeguards. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to understand all of the parental rights that are described in that packet. The resource below breaks Procedural Safeguards down into six main...
Informal Removals

Informal Removals

by jfisher@thearctn.org | May 8, 2024 | Blog, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement, Rights/Procedures

What is an informal removal, and what do you need to know as a parent or guardian of a child with a disability? What should you do if you are contacted by the school to pick-up your child from school early for behavior related incidents? How can you make sure your...
Special Education Timelines

Special Education Timelines

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Feb 5, 2024 | Blog, Family Engagement, IEP/504, Rights/Procedures

See the complete timeline here – https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/education/legal/Timelines_in_Special_Education.pdf.
What you need to know about Compensatory Education (Comp Ed)

What you need to know about Compensatory Education (Comp Ed)

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Aug 11, 2023 | Blog, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement, Rights/Procedures

What you need to know about the new guidance related to staffing shortages

What you need to know about the new guidance related to staffing shortages

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Aug 10, 2023 | Blog, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement, Rights/Procedures

Back-to-School Tips for Parents of Students with Special Needs

Back-to-School Tips for Parents of Students with Special Needs

by jfisher@thearctn.org | Jul 28, 2023 | Blog, Elementary Special Ed, Family Engagement

It is hard to believe that summer is nearly over, and students are already heading back to school! The Family Engagement in Special Education team is here with 10 helpful tips to make sure you and your student are ready! If you need help with any of these tips, don’t...
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