If a child has a learning disability or “special needs” he/she probably has an IEP (Individualized Education Program) at school.

In 2004, the passage of an updated version of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004) made parents of kids with special needs key members of their child’s “education team.” Parents now work with the school to develop a plan (or IEP) to insure their kid’s success at school

What is an IEP?

An IEP describes the goals the team sets for a child during the school year, as well as any special support that is needed. As part of this, parents must attend a yearly IEP meeting.  This workshop will help parents communicate calmly and effectively with everyone who has a say in their child’s education.

“On the Same Page: Organizing Documents for an IEP Meeting” is a special workshop this Friday, January 29th from 10 AM until noon for parents.

Presented in collaboration with BCID’s Brooklyn Parent Center, the workshop takes place at District 75 at P77 K 62 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217 (between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue).

Brooklyn Special Needs Consulting is led by professionals with learning disabilities who work for change within the special education system. As adults who have learned to cope with their own disabilities, and with Special Needs children of their own, the BSNC staff knows from personal experience the challenges facing families coping with complicated diagnoses and how parents and service providers can work together toward the common goal of helping the Special Needs child. Their passion is helping both parents and children make their voices heard.