HowTos Index

How To Get an IEP for Your Child
Whether you've requested an Individualized Educational Plan for your child or have been asked to consider one by school or state personnel, these are the steps you'll go through, from initial referral through provision of services and triennial reevaluation.

How To Assemble a Teacher Information Packet
You've looked at our "Preparing the School for Your Child with Special Needs" pages. Now what? Here's how to put them together with a personalized note in a package that will get the teacher's attention.

How To Relieve School Anxiety
School can be a stressful and fearsome place for children, especially those with special needs. If your child is upset about school, here are some good ways to start a dialog and lessen the load.

How To Reduce Backpack Overload
All kids struggle under the burden of overstuffed backpacks, but for children with special health, orthopedic or mobility needs, the problem can be particularly severe. Here's how to lighten the load.

How To Report an IEP Violation
Your child is not getting services he is legally entitled to. What are you going to do about it? Here are four steps that, in most cases, will get you to a resolution of the problem.