M. Patton’s Advocacy Corner  Special Education Support for Parents

It is that time of year here in Kentucky! When your child has an IEP, back-to-school isn’t just about buying supplies or picking out the...

As the school year begins (I know, I know we are all soaking in the last bits of summer) families of children with ADHD, autism, moderate...

If you're a parent or caregiver wondering how to get help for your child who is struggling in school, you are not alone—and you have...

You Are Your Child’s Best Advocate — Here’s Why As a parent or caregiver, you may sometimes wonder if you’re doing enough — or doing it...

In today’s shifting educational and political climate, understanding your child’s rights under IDEA and their IEP is more critical than ever. As funding priorities and school policies evolve, parents must be informed to ensure their children with disabilities receive the support and services they are legally entitled to. This post explores why being an empowered, informed advocate is one of the most important roles you can play right now — and how to start.

I didn’t set out to become a special education advocate — it’s a path that found me through the most important role I’ve ever held: being...