Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is an IEP? Does my child qualify for one?
Answer: An IEP, or an Individualized Education Plan, is an educational program tailored to fit the needs of your child. The program is created by parents, teachers, paraprofessionals, and in some cases the student themselves, to set goals for the unique needs of your child. Any child in a public school who utilizes special education services qualifies for an IEP evaluation. Eligible categories include, but are not limited to: autism, emotional & behavioral disorders, speech language impairment, and gifted students. IEP development can be long and the process can be difficult to understand. I am a well-informed ally of you and your child during the process.

Question: I believe my child is being bullied, what options do I have?
Answer: Bullying is any unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves real or perceived power imbalance. Usually the behavior is repeated, but sometimes a single instance is bullying. Bullying can occur both in person and in the form of cyberbullying (bullying behaviors via the Internet, especially through social media). The effects of bullying can have a lasting effect on the scholastic and mental health of a child. Depending on your child’s situation, different strategies will help stop the bullying. I work with parents to help address and prevent future bullying of their child in public and private schools.