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25 Student Strengths To Use On Your Next IEP

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The Difference Between an IEP and a 504 Plan

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5 IEP Goal Examples For ELA

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Organization Tips for SLPs

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The Special Education Referral Process

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How do I get my child an IEP?

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Using an IEP Binder for your Autism Caseload

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Sensory Bins in an ECSE Classroom

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3 Things to do when Getting a New OT Student

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Do You Know All of the Special Ed Acronyms?

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I'm Alyssa Shanahan -- a former Elementary Special Ed & Life Skills teacher. My classroom focus was always to keep things simple, increase communication, and build independence. Simply Special Ed's goal is to help teachers and students reach their full potential in and out of the classroom!

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