What's the Big Deal about Prior Written Notice?
When an IEP team, including parents, makes decisions about a child’s special education services, it must explain those decisions in writing. This written explanation is called a Prior Written Notice (PWN).
In this webinar, Stephanie Petrillo, B.A., J.D., Staff Attorney, Disability Rights Iowa, will help families understand what a PWN is, when schools must provide one, and why it’s so important. You’ll learn what information a PWN should include and how it helps protect your child’s rights in the special education process. Join us to build your understanding and confidence in working with your child’s IEP team.
By the end of the session, participants will:
✅ Know what a Prior Written Notice (PWN) is and when it’s required
✅ Understand what information a PWN should include
✅ Recognize why getting the PWN right matters for your child’s supports and services
Join us Monday, January 12 from Noon to 1:00PM
Register here
special guest speaker:
Stephanie joined Disability Rights Iowa in 2022 after graduating with honors from Drake Law School. While at Drake, Stephanie focused on public policy and civil rights law, and interned with non-profits and government entities. This work highlighted for her how the issues people with disabilities face are connected and intertwined, and the important role that she has when advocating for her clients. Prior to law school, Stephanie graduated from Grand View University with a bachelor’s degree in History and a minor in the Logos Honors program. Stephanie’s work at DRI includes helping clients with special education, employment, guardianship, and accommodation issues, as well as educating lawmakers on these topics. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading and learning new things, and playing with her Bassett Hound named Fred.
ASK Resource Center Hosts include:
Susie Lund is one of the training coordinators at ASK Resource Center. She holds an MAE in Special Education and an Advanced Studies Certificate in Educational Leadership. She has over eighteen years of experience in the public school system, serving in various educator and administrative roles. Susie has been dedicated to creating more inclusive school environments throughout her career. She is enthusiastic about working with families and groups across Iowa to problem-solve and further the goal of creating more inclusive environments.
Kelli Carnahan joins ASK Resource Center as the Training and Communication Coordinator. She is a former intellectual disabilities teacher and enjoys empowering others to reach their full potential. Her favorite part of working with children with disabilities is seeing them learn new skills that others doubted would be achievable. Kelli lives in Central Iowa with her husband, Brady, and their two cats. She is excited to meet people across the state and share information about ASK and Disability Awareness.