First Crossover Q&A: Autism Team Access, IEP vs 504, ADHD After School, and Finding Community Aleia Mastroianni and Meredith host their first crossover Q&A for “SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my,” answering listener and event-submitted questions. They explain how to request DCSD autism or behavioral team consultation through the school (escalating to coordinators/directors if needed) and note team leads Jennifer Tilley and Keith Souza. They cover center-based CPI training, how AN (Affective Needs) programs may serve a mixed population including some students with moderate ASD and the need for individualized supports, and clarify IEPs (specialized instruction with measurable goals under 13 disability categories) versus 504s (access accommodations, including support for medical/mental-health absences). They discuss after-school ADHD rebound stra ...