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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here - we had neuropsych testing done privately two years ago which resulted in an ASD and ADHD diagnosis. DC has struggled with anxiety and depression, over the past few years, and we have diagnosis paperwork from an intensive outpatient program from this past Fall. As part of that paperwork, the psychiatrist also confirmed the ASD and ADHD diagnoses but he isn't a neuropsych tester. I appreciate the advice. It is sad that people need to hire advocates in order to get services - I bet now more than ever MCPS is inundated with IEP applications. [/quote]

Well autism diagnosis basically secures your right to an IEP vs 504, definitely push for that as you have more options for services and more protections to ensure the IEP is being correctly implemented. Advocates or lawyers have always been necessary because IEP is under federal law and typically the school isn’t even well-versed in this broad area. Schools also usually  care more about money than the children and try to get parents just to sign off on whatever draft they propose. That’s not how it’s supposed to work.

Advocates and lawyers are often helpful for you to have as you can meet prior and go in with a plan of need and supporting documentation. During the meeting you Can refer to them about how the goal or services can be adjusted to better fit your child’s needs. The school will not help much with this part IME  their goal is getting you to sign the draft as close to written as possible as quickly as possible.

Don’t waste their time but take the time and work through each area to ensure all needs are covered. You can always have a second meeting if the first goes too long, not uncommon when school and parents don’t see eye to eye. If you go in prepared that shouldn’t be necessary, just saying don’t feel rushed. Also never sign something you don’t agree with or are unsure about. Take the IEP home, discuss with advocate, make sure it’s right before signing off.[/quote]

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