Short videos on what schools say and what the law actually says. Each one has a free printable to go with it.
Passing grades don't rule out a disability. A child can be getting by on paper while working twice as hard, melting down at home, or falling behind in ways grades don't show.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsSchools often say they want to try interventions (MTSS or RTI) before evaluating. Interventions are fine, but they can't be used to delay or deny an evaluation.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsWhen a school refuses something you asked for, like an evaluation or a service, they're required to explain that decision in writing. It's called Prior Written Notice, and most parents never ask for it.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsAsking for an evaluation in a hallway chat or a phone call is easy to lose track of. A written request, even an email, creates a record and a date.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsYour child is struggling, you ask the school for an evaluation, and they say "let's wait and see." Here's what the law actually says, and exactly what to put in writing.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsYour child is struggling and the school says "let's wait and see." But schools have a legal duty to find and evaluate kids who might need help. It's called Child Find.
Free printable (PDF) FlashcardsGeneral information, not legal advice.