Kathryn Weber

-Communication, collaboration, and the importance of being a team -The ABCs of special education (acronyms, IDEA, FAPE, LRE, 14 disabling conditions) -IEP vs 504 (differences, similarities, how to request and begin referral process no matter which role you hold) -Ins and Outs of Referrals, Initial Evaluations, Eligibility Determination, Initial IEPs, Annual Reviews, Addendums, and Reevaluations -The IEP Meeting (how to prepare, what to expect, advocating for your student and child) -Overview of the IEP (including importance of parent input statement and real world present levels and goals) -Understanding the FBA process and how to write and implement an effective BIP -Understanding a child's rights to FAPE (incl. suspension and expulsion topics)