ASK an Expert Webinar Series

ASK an Expert: Mental and Behavioral Health in IDEA

This presentation will provide families with information to be used as they advocate for mental health services through their child’s special education programming.

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ASK an Expert: Mental Health Assessments and Supports

Mental health services in an IEP should be individualized based on quality assessment data, and the IEP team should determine services collaboratively. This webinar will discuss who might complete the assessment, what that might look like, and who is available to provide mental health services.

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ASK an Expert: Mental Health and the IEP

This webinar will overview a 6-step approach to assist IEP teams in securing school-based mental health services for students with disabilities. It will present specific examples of IEP statements developed for students who need mental health support. The information will provide tools for parents to advocate for mental health services in IEP team meetings.

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ASK an Expert: Mental Health and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

This webinar will present the requirements for Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and provide parents with examples of BIPs developed for mental health support. The Iowa Chapter 103 provisions on seclusion and restraint practices will also be overviewed, with a discussion of the issues and concerns. Dispute resolution options for parents will also be highlighted.

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