ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇

I often see in my work as a child psychologist that parents don't understand what their rights are and what their autistic children should be receiving through the educational system.

in this episode, we dive into IDEA, specially designed instruction, IEPs, 504s, and more. we talk specifically about the history of special education and what as a parent you can advocate for. it's important to recognize that a clinical diagnosis isn't the same as an educational diagnosis, so we're going through that educational process with my expert guest, Ashley Barlow, an attorney and former teacher. Ashley also has experience navigating special education as a parent, as her 13-year-old son, Jack, has Down Syndrome.

this episode will help you learn:

• why the public education system has to provide support for your autistic child
• the differences between an IEP and a 504 plan
• interest-based negotiation and knowing your rights as a parent
• specific steps for how you can advocate for your autistic child

RESOURCES

⚡️ submit your questions for a special upcoming Q+A episode on educational rights and helping your child transition back to school (either via Instagram DMs or the Evolve Facebook group)

⚡️ ways to connect with Ashley >>

learn more about her free and affordable resources at ashleybarlowco.com

follow her on Instagram @ashleybarlowco and Facebook Ashley Barlow Co

⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? schedule a free consult call here or email admin@drtaylorday.com if you have questions.

⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism

⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>

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