SE-5010 v2

Helmig Bram, L. (2020). Know the range of options for special education placement. Exceptional Parent, 50 (1), 52-53.

• This article provides an explanation of a continuum of services for children identified with disabilities, through the lens of making this information understandable to parents or legal guardians.

Kaufman, J.M., Travers, J.C., & Badar, J. (2020). Why some students with severe disabilities are not placed in general education. Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 45 (1), 28-33.

• Review this article for a discussion about why placement in the general education setting is not the most appropriate placement for some children diagnosed with more severe disabilities.

Parent Center Hub. (2022). The short-and-sweet IEP overview.

• Review this webpage for a parent-friendly explanation of the process for developing and Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities.

Sistek-Chandler, C. (2019). Parents as partners in the special education process: A parent’s perspective with suggestions for educators. In Information Resources Management Association (USA), Early childhood development: concepts, methodologies, tools, and applications (pp.263-276).

• This chapter depicts insight from a parental perspective about special education processes and procedures.

Hsiao, Y., Higging, K., & Diamond, L. (2018). Parent empowerment: Respecting their voices. Teaching Exceptional Children, 51 (1), 43-53.

• Review this article about the importance of parents in the IEP team process and empowering their participation.