Top 5 IEP meeting tips from a parent advocate

As a parent advocate and mom, Danielle Ward has been in countless IEP meetings. She’s a wealth of knowledge on how to make the most of your time with the special education team. 

From bringing supportive guests (including your child when appropriate) to decoding confusing assessments, Danielle and Julian share practical, clear steps to help you feel confident and prepared for your next IEP meeting.

For more on this topic: 

• Explore: All about IEPs on Understood.org
• Listen: Understood Explains IEPs
• Read: IEP terms to know
• Listen: The ABCs of IEPS

For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.

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