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Leading Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meetings with Stressed Families

IEP meetings can feel adversarial and bureaucratic for parents of neurodiverse children. Master the strengths-first IEP facilitation framework.

Amit Kasliwal
Amit KasliwalCEO & Founder, Dehurdle
August 17, 20234 min read
Leading Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meetings with Stressed Families

The Strengths-First IEP Opener

Recommended Spoken Script
"Before we review diagnostic testing metrics, I want to start by celebrating Maya's incredible artistic creativity and her leadership during reading circles. Our entire goal today is to collaborate on the specialized speech and occupational therapy accommodations that allow Maya's gifts to flourish in general education."

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

2-Minute Spoken Drill

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

Practice IEP meeting facilitation in Dehurdle.

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