If you suspect your child in Poway Unified School District (PUSD) needs special education support, the process starts with a written assessment request — not a conversation at pickup or
For many families a school district, the IEP process begins with a district-led assessment. You might notice your child struggling with reading, exhibiting signs of Autism spectrum disorder, or needing ADHD accommodations,
Special Education Transportation, even as long as I have been practicing, is confusing. The law is vague, and really gives the district a ton of flexibility. Whether a student is
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as an effective intervention for students with autism and other developmental needs. Parents often wonder: can my child’s IEP include ABA services at
Navigating the special education process can be overwhelming, but understanding your rights and the steps to request assessments is crucial. If you suspect your child may have a disability and
Sometimes a public school district does not have an appropriate setting for a student and their special needs. When this happens, it is possible that a school district will propose
Many parents ask us, “how do I get my child evaluated for special education?” A parent or another person involved with the student and their education can request an initial
For a student to qualify for special education services, they must exhibit a disability that falls within one of the available thirteen (13) disability categories as defined by the Individuals
We get asked a lot by parents whether we can get their child into a private school. This it absolutely understandable. For many parents, the path in special education has
“The school said they would not qualify for an IEP, but they would for a 504 plan.” This is one of the most common statements we hear from parents. Our
