244: Your Back to School Checklist for Children with Special Needs

Are you ready for the new school year? 

Back-to-school season can be both exciting and overwhelming for parents, especially those with children who have special needs or medical requirements. From my experience, preparing for a new school year when your child has special needs involves carefully reviewing their IEPs and healthcare plans. It’s really important to go over these and make sure everything’s up to date, and share any progress from summer activities. I’ve learned that building a good relationship with school staff and service providers makes a huge difference. It helps to start those conversations early, have open communication, and be your child’s biggest advocate. While the process can seem daunting, it's important to remember that supportive teams do exist. Finding these "gems" is key to creating a positive and enriching educational experience for your child.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The importance of reviewing IEP/ISPs, healthcare plans, and progress notes to prepare children with special needs for the new school year.

• How parents can build supportive, collaborative relationships with school staff and service providers.

• Why understanding healthcare protocols and emergency procedures for the safety of children with medical needs at school is crucial.

• How parents can identify positive, supportive teams in educational and adult support programs.

 

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