Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/20/25 Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/20/25

Teaching Gen Alpha: Why Old Models Don’t Work Anymore

Teaching Gen Alpha in special education means rethinking instruction, engagement, and compliance to match how today’s students learn. This guide shares strategies, checklists, and resources to boost executive functioning, reduce overstimulation, and improve outcomes.

Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/13/25 Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/13/25

Notice of Meeting Isn’t Enough: What About Language Access?

Under IDEA, sending a Notice of Meeting isn’t enough. Schools must ensure parents understand the IEP process. This post breaks down what districts are legally required to do for families with limited English proficiency and offers practical steps for full compliance and trust.

Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/6/25 Aubree Parent-Graupner 7/6/25

What If They’re Not Ready? Transfer of Rights and Decision-Making Capacity

When students with disabilities turn 18 in Georgia, all IDEA rights transfer to them even if they cannot legally consent. This article explains what schools must do when decision-making capacity is unclear and why informal agreements do not meet legal standards under federal and state law.

Aubree Parent-Graupner 6/15/25 Aubree Parent-Graupner 6/15/25

Families Are the Customers. Students are the Outcome.

What if we treated families as the customers of special education and students as the outcome? This mindset shift can transform IEP meetings, build trust, and protect teachers from burnout. Here’s how to center service without losing sight of compliance.