My Kid is Struggling: Where to St...
My Kid is Struggling: Where to Start at School (Parent Series 1 of 4)
Strong Starts by Jessica Whitehead and Sarah Gerber-Kai
S1 · E21
Jun 18, 2026
32:20
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Watching your child struggle in school, whether academically, socially, or behaviorally, can feel overwhelming and isolating. As a parent, you know your child best, but navigating the education system to get them the right support often feels like learning a foreign language.

This live event is designed to demystify the school support process and empower you to become your child’s strongest advocate. We will walk step-by-step through what to do when you first notice a concern, who to contact, and how to request help. You'll learn how to bring outside diagnoses to the school's attention and how to understand the key differences between 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Leave this session with actionable tools, next steps, and the confidence to build a collaborative, supportive team for your student.

Keywords
special education
IEP
504
parents
student
school