It is difficult to communicate with teachers in a setting in which you are not the professional. But it is important to be clear about what your needs are and/or the needs of your child. Resources here will help to walk you through communication and documentation with teachers and professionals that are working with your child.

This will also be a place to learn to be an advocate, whether you are the student with challenges or the parent of the student. Being an advocate has to be a part of the process in order for proper planning to be in place.

• Modes of communication
• Learning to be a self-advocate
• Documentation equals clarity