Advocacy
The ability to understand & communicate one’s needs to other individuals.
What is Advocacy?
The Individualized Educational Plan is a plan or program developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives specialized instruction and related services.
What is an IEP?
Being familiar with my desires, interests, strengths and weaknesses
What is Self-Awarness?
What is an IEP meeting?
Every person has the right to make _________ affecting their own life
What are choices?
A special teacher who teaches students with disabilities
Talking to others is the best way to advocate.
What is communication?
Many people are not aware of the rights people with disabilities have!
Why we need self-advocacy?
This group may include a psychologist,physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, special educator,vision or hearing specialist, others, depending on the child's specific needs
What is an IEP Team?
Every person can create their own ______ and chose how to reach those ________
What are goals?
A combination of skills, knowledge, and personal belief that causes you to not give up.
What is Self Determination?
These should be reviewed annually to ensure that the student is still on track
What are IEP goals?
Knowing your personal ________ and __________ can help you a lot in making good decisions
What are strengths and weaknesses?
The law requires that everyone with a disability is allowed to work, and be protected from discrimination
What is Employment?