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...
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...
by adminfespedtn | Apr 14, 2022 | Blog, Rights/Procedures
The state of TN has created many summer learning opportunities to help address learning loss that occurred during the pandemic. We wanted to share information about the various opportunities available so you can consider which of these, if any, might be the best fit...
by adminfespedtn | Apr 13, 2022 | Blog, Rights/Procedures
Parents and caregivers often have questions related to various topics in special education. The TN Department of Education has created some “direct line” emails to help! If you have questions about any of the three topics listed below, feel free to use the email...
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...
