3 hidden IEP benefits every parent should know | Opportunity Gap

Most families know that IEPs can provide accommodations and services. But other powerful supports are sometimes hidden. In this episode, we break down three often-overlooked IEP benefits: extended school year services, built-in training for parents and teachers, and outside placements. Learn what to ask for, how to ask for it, and how decisions get made. For more on this topic Watch: Does your child need an IEP? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4eo_jHHcJ4 Read: What is an IEP? https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-is-an-iep Listen: Advocating for your child at school https://www.understood.org/en/podcasts/in-it/help-advocating-for-your-kid For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. https://www.understood.org/en/podcasts/the-opportunity-gap/hidden-iep-benefits We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant: https://www.understood.org/en/assistant?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=assistant-agn-prod&utm_content=video Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at https://www.understood.org/en/donate?sc=OG0725YTO&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fundraising-agn-vid-opportunitygap&utm_content=video For more resources, support, and excellent memes, subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/understoodorg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Understood/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@understood.org Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/understoodorg/ #IEP #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #ADHDSupport #DyslexiaHelp