Legal frameworks under IDEA and Section 504 alongside essential IEP components like goals and accommodations. Equips stakeholders for collaborative advocacy and effective participation in IEP meetings.
A strategic weekly timeline and set of tools for the first four weeks of the school year, focusing on caseload management, IEP compliance, ELL support, and collaborative teaching.
Foundational tools for assessing student levels and planning instruction based on California Power Standards across grades K-5.
A set of resources designed to help high school students master self-advocacy and communication skills essential for post-secondary success. Includes a student-facing self-assessment and a teacher-facing progress rubric.
A toolkit for RSP teachers to transform a scope and sequence into a functional daily curriculum. Includes instructional frameworks, diagnostic tools, and planning templates specifically designed for multi-grade math intervention.
A 45-minute session designed for middle and high school students to develop self-advocacy skills, focusing on identifying needs and communicating them effectively to teachers and staff.
This lesson introduces the concept of emotions as 'inner weather,' focusing specifically on identifying the physical 'warning signs' of stress and anxiety and introducing initial grounding techniques.
A comprehensive training module for test administrators and proctors to ensure assessment integrity and a smooth testing environment.
A comprehensive lesson designed for high school students with disabilities to master self-advocacy skills. Students learn about their legal rights under IDEA, how to identify and request accommodations, and practical strategies for active participation in their own IEP meetings.
A comprehensive transition planning lesson for high school students with disabilities, focusing on IDEA requirements, Massachusetts-specific resources, and student-led IEP preparation. Students will explore postsecondary goals, transition services, and self-advocacy skills through a 'blueprint' themed curriculum.
A focused lesson on building reading automaticity for short vowel words with beginning and ending consonant blends. Students will identify, decode, and read blends in isolation and in context to improve fluency.
A comprehensive set of tools for teachers and occupational therapists to identify, score, and support students with sensory processing needs. Includes a screening checklist, a simplified scoring guide, and a classroom strategies handout.
A set of four CVC and pre-primer sight word reading passages designed for IEP goal tracking, featuring a student-facing booklet and a corresponding teacher data tracker.
A set of transition planning resources for a 10th-grade student interested in a career in commercial trucking, focusing on education, training, and employment milestones.
Targeted IEP goals and instructional support materials for 9th and 10th grade core subjects, including behavioral interventions for focus and alertness.
A comprehensive guide for educators and students to master the art of writing Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound academic goals.
A collection of instructional goals and monitoring tools designed to support a 6th-grade student with dyslexia in mastering complex reading inferences, specifically cause-effect and character motivations.
Students create a 'Superpower Passport'—a personalized advocacy tool they can use to share their needs with future middle school teachers.
Students learn and practice specific scripts for requesting their accommodations in general education settings, focusing on clear and polite communication.
Students identify their personal strengths and specific IEP accommodations, reframing them as 'power-ups' that help them succeed in the classroom.
A comprehensive lesson introducing the 'text evidence + schema' formula to master inferring main ideas and author's purpose.
A comprehensive self-advocacy curriculum designed for young adults to navigate school, home, community, and the workplace with confidence. Focuses on personal identity (pronouns), legal rights (ADA/IDEA), and practical communication strategies.
A comprehensive set of tools designed to help Julie, an adult with Cerebral Palsy, prepare for her ISP meeting by identifying mobility aids, adaptive technology, and self-advocacy strategies.
A comprehensive lesson designed to empower 11th-grade students to lead their own IEP meetings through self-reflection, understanding accommodations, and practicing communication skills. Students move from 'passengers' to 'navigators' of their educational journey.
Empowering transition-age students with disabilities to master self-advocacy and self-determination. This lesson covers IEP navigation, workplace communication, and legal rights for life after high school through practical exercises and discussion.
A transition planning lesson designed to empower students ages 14-21 to understand their IEPs, articulate their needs, and practice self-advocacy in school and community settings.
A comprehensive lesson for transition-age students (16-21) to develop self-advocacy skills, including understanding their IEP, requesting accommodations, and leading their own transition meetings.
A collection of tools and resources to facilitate consistent, meaningful communication between teachers and families regarding student progress and daily activities.
A transition planning lesson for middle school students to explore strengths, interests, and future paths through self-advocacy and goal-setting.
A final week dedicated to portfolio completion, future goal setting, and reflection on the course's core skills.
Covers independent living essentials and physical/mental health habits alongside advanced algebraic reasoning and narrative clarity.
Introduces real-world financial literacy through math and critical thinking in reading and writing.
Strengthens self-advocacy and knowledge of community resources while practicing geometry and persuasive writing.
Explores career paths and complex problem-solving strategies with a focus on statistics and informational text analysis.
Develops conflict resolution skills and personal hygiene habits alongside linear equations and argumentative writing.
Focuses on time management strategies and building healthy relationships while tackling ratios and inferential reading.
A comprehensive lesson for college students on their rights under the ADA, the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and strategies for effective self-advocacy in higher education settings.
In this lesson, students explore the concepts of disability discrimination and accessibility, analyzing how physical, digital, and social barriers impact individuals and the health of a democracy. Students will learn to distinguish between discriminatory practices and legitimate professional boundaries.
A collection of modified scope and sequences designed to support students with diverse learning needs in 8th grade math topics, providing pathways for both Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
A comprehensive 120-minute lesson designed for adults with IDD to understand HIPAA, focusing on personal privacy, protecting health information, and respecting the privacy of others through visual slides, interactive scenarios, and a sorting activity.
A multi-day guided exploration for high school juniors in special education to identify their ideal college characteristics, research specific schools, and investigate available campus supports. Students will narrow down their pathways and prepare a final research presentation.
A comprehensive guide for special education staff on when and how to complete the Student Injury - Illness - Behavioral Incident Form, clarifying state reporting requirements and internal district procedures.
A comprehensive lesson teaching individuals with disabilities the essential skills of self-advocacy, their rights under the ADA, and practical strategies for different environments.
A comprehensive implementation framework for high school teams managing 18-21 transition programs for students in out-of-district placements, focusing on NJ quality indicators for assessment, services, and partnerships.
A comprehensive set of 504 accommodations and implementation tools for a 4th-grade student struggling with teacher rapport, peer boundaries, and attention-seeking behaviors. The lesson focuses on shifting peer attention from disruptive to positive leadership roles.
A comprehensive toolkit for teachers and 504 teams to support a 4th-grade student struggling with behavioral regulation, peer conflict, and defiance. Includes actionable accommodations with rationales, a student reflection tool, and a guide for navigating difficult parent communication.
A comprehensive lesson designed to empower college-bound students with disabilities by navigating the legal, social, and academic shifts from high school to higher education.
A comprehensive comparison of IEP and 504 Plan requirements specifically within the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) framework, designed for graduate-level study of special education law and compliance.
A professional development session for school staff focused on identifying early signs of ASD, understanding the autism spectrum, and following the correct referral pathways for early intervention.
