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IEP Resource Center

Equipping Families to Advocate & Thrive

Curated guides, checklists, and articles for families navigating IEPs, dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, and learning differences — grounded in faith and evidence-based practice.

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord — plans to prosper you and not to harm you."

— Jeremiah 29:11

Featured Resources

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Understanding Your Child's IEP: A Parent's Complete Guide

A comprehensive walkthrough of every section of an IEP document — goals, services, accommodations, and how to advocate effectively for your child.

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Dyslexia 101: Signs, Symptoms & Strategies

An accessible introduction to dyslexia — what it is, how it presents at different ages, and evidence-based strategies that work for dyslexic learners.

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ArticleAll About Learning Press

Orton-Gillingham: The Gold Standard for Dyslexia Instruction

Learn about the Orton-Gillingham approach — the multisensory, structured literacy method we use at The Empowered Classroom for students with dyslexia.

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ADHD & Homeschooling: Creating a Structure That Works

Strategies for creating flexible, ADHD-friendly learning environments — including movement breaks, visual schedules, and executive function supports.

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Dysgraphia Explained: Signs, Strategies & Support

A complete guide to dysgraphia — what it looks like, how it differs from poor handwriting, and evidence-based accommodations that help students succeed.

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Advocating for Your Child: A Parent's Handbook

Empowering parents with the knowledge and language to advocate effectively for their child's educational rights, accommodations, and services.

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Raising a Child with Learning Differences: A Faith Perspective

Biblical encouragement and practical wisdom for parents raising children with learning differences, grounded in the truth that every child is fearfully and wonderfully made.

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IEP Meeting Preparation Checklist

Step-by-step checklist to help parents prepare for IEP meetings, including questions to ask, documents to bring, and rights to know.

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Homeschooling a Child with an IEP: What You Need to Know

Practical guidance on how IEPs work in homeschool settings, including legal considerations and how supplemental programs like ours support IEP goals.

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Writing Effective IEP Goals: A Family Guide

Learn how to evaluate whether IEP goals are measurable, meaningful, and aligned with your child's actual needs and abilities.

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Dyslexia Screening Checklist by Age

Age-by-age checklist of dyslexia indicators from Pre-K through high school to help parents identify potential signs early.

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Building Reading Fluency in Dyslexic Students

Practical techniques for building reading fluency, including repeated reading, decodable texts, and assistive technology tools.

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Executive Function Skills Checklist for Students

A practical checklist to assess and support executive function skills including planning, organization, working memory, and emotional regulation.

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Movement & Learning: How Physical Activity Supports ADHD

Research-backed strategies for incorporating movement into the school day to improve focus, attention, and learning outcomes for students with ADHD.

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Handwriting Accommodations & Assistive Technology

Practical accommodations for students with dysgraphia, including keyboarding alternatives, speech-to-text tools, and modified writing assignments.

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Talking to Your Child About Their Learning Difference

Age-appropriate guidance on how to discuss dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences with your child in a way that builds confidence and self-advocacy.

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Self-Care for Special Needs Parents

Practical strategies for parents navigating the emotional and logistical demands of raising a child with learning differences — because you matter too.

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Scripture Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs

A curated collection of scripture verses offering comfort, hope, and strength for families navigating learning differences and special education journeys.

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Our Recommended Partners

These organizations provide exceptional resources for families with learning differences. We recommend them based on their evidence-based, family-centered approaches.

Homeschooling With Dyslexia

The leading resource for homeschooling families navigating dyslexia — practical, compassionate, and faith-friendly.

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HSLDA Special Needs

Legal advocacy and resources for homeschooling families with special needs, including IEP guidance and parental rights.

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All About Learning Press

Publisher of the All About Reading and All About Spelling programs — Orton-Gillingham based and highly effective for dyslexic learners.

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