When student behavior sparks concern, it is not always a matter of special education or discipline—it could be medical, environmental, or developmental. This post clarifies the difference between medical and educational services, reframes behavior as communication, and offers school teams and parents a shared path toward meaningful support at the IEP table.

If back-to-school IEP season makes you feel overwhelmed, you are not alone. This post walks you through a simple prep process—and the exact note-taking tools inside The Confident Parent’s IEP Workbook that help parents feel in control.