This is the book parents have been waiting for! With an emphasis on preparation and collaboration, this practical resource shows parents step-by-step how to become truly active members of the IEP team, thereby achieving their child's and family's hopes and dreams. The reader-friendly text and accompanying worksheets help you develop the best possible education program for the individual child. While geared toward parents, Hopes and Dreams is also recommended for educators to help them see parents perspective. Companion CD included containing all the worksheets allows you to customize the information, truly making it work for you!!
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Hopes and Dreams is an excellent guide helping me fully participate as an equal member of the IEP team. -- Susan Steck, parent of a child with autism
Hopes and Dreams is dynamic and very informative for parents and teachers of all levels for children with special needs. -- Mary A. Allen, parent of a 19-year-old with autism and speech delay
It is thought-provoking while laying out the path to being an invaluable participant in your childs IEP. --Ann Beinborn, La Crosse, Wisconsin Parent
Hopes and Dreams is dynamic and very informative for parents and teachers of all levels for children with special needs. -- Mary A. Allen, parent of a 19-year-old with autism and speech delay
It is thought-provoking while laying out the path to being an invaluable participant in your childs IEP. --Ann Beinborn, La Crosse, Wisconsin Parent
About the Author
Dr. Kirby Lentz is vice president of operations at the Chileda Institute, a residential facility for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. With a doctorate in educational leadership, Dr. Lentz has over 30 years experience in education and administration for persons with developmental disabilities, the last 18 with children with autism spectrum disorders. He has spoken to parents and professionals at local, state, and national conventions, and has experienced the other side of the table as a parent seeking the hopes and dreams of his own children.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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waste of time and money,
This review is from: Hopes and Dreams: An IEP Guide for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Paperback)
Save your money....does nothing in the case of a difficult school district. The idea of "compromising and understanding" the teachers position is nice in a flowery perfect kind of world way....doesn't work when you are trying to get your kid the best you can.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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An Important Book,
By Big Papa Smurf (MN United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Hopes and Dreams: An IEP Guide for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Paperback)
While this book doesn't tell you how to milk the system for all it's worth, it does a good job of laying out a plan that should help you and your child's teacher produce an optimal IEP. It's a helpful workbook that aids in the understanding and use of the IEP.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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not helpful at all,
This review is from: Hopes and Dreams: An IEP Guide for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Paperback)
I was so excited when I got this book. I thought it would educate me on what I needed to do for my child. It basically lays out the IEP process and doesn't give any indications on how to fight for services, which we all know is what usually happens. Find another book.
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emerging skills, adaptive skill areas, transition planning, autism spectrum disorders, other school personnel Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Asperger Syndrome, Name of Student, Quarter Annual, Learned Skills Emerging Skills Outcomes, Luke Service Integration, Things Our Child Is Starting, Disabilities Education Act, Follow Rule, Memories of Past New!
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emerging skills, adaptive skill areas, transition planning, autism spectrum disorders, other school personnel Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Asperger Syndrome, Name of Student, Quarter Annual, Learned Skills Emerging Skills Outcomes, Luke Service Integration, Things Our Child Is Starting, Disabilities Education Act, Follow Rule, Memories of Past New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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