by jfisher@thearctn.org | Apr 28, 2023 | Blog, Family Engagement, IEP/504, Transition
In the state of Tennessee, students receiving special education services have four options for diplomas when graduating from high school. If your child has an Individual Education Program (IEP), it is important to know the differences between these diplomas and what...
by adminfespedtn | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog, IEP/504
Should your high school student be at their Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings? YES! Students can offer a great amount of information that will help plan their school and future, but they are often left out of the IEP team meeting. So, what age should a student...
by adminfespedtn | Jan 19, 2022 | Assistive Technology, Autism, Behavior, Blog, Dyslexia, Early Childhood/TEIS, Events, Family Engagement, IEP/504, Rights/Procedures, Tiered Systems, Transition
People First Language (PFL) is a way of communicating that reflects knowledge and respect for people with disabilities by choosing words that recognize the person first and foremost as the primary reference and not his or her disability. Empowering people with...
by adminfespedtn | Jun 30, 2021 | Blog, IEP/504, Rights/Procedures
These are common Special Education terms and definitions. If you are trying to learn more, we are here to help! Disability: A condition recognized by the law. To qualify for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), students must have a disability that falls under one...
by adminfespedtn | May 7, 2021 | Blog, IEP/504, Rights/Procedures, Transition
This presentation explains the 4 Diplomas (Regular, Alternate Academic, Occupational, and Special Education) for Tennessee high schools. This is for parents and educators to understand more about the Diplomas and to choose which one works best for the student! Watch...
by adminfespedtn | Jan 8, 2021 | Blog, IEP/504, Video
1/6/2021 Facebook Live Kate Martin, TN Dept of Education, Senior Director of Special Populations https://fb.watch/2TcoZWwPdE/ Jen: Thanks everyone for joining the first Facebook live of 2021. She explains this is a recurring event on Wednesdays at 12:00 noon. This is...
