Children Archives - Tourette Association of America

IEP meetings can be stressful for many reasons. Below are common questions and resources with information which may be helpful in reducing anxiety.

August 7, 2020

IEP Eligibility IS Not Only Based on Academics

https://tourette.org/resource/iep-eligibility-is-not-only-based-on-academics/

This resource provides quotes/information from the US Dept. of Education regarding IEP eligibility for students who are denied due to education evaluations/assessments indicating average or above average intellectual abilities, and/or academic achievement.

October 23, 2018

How to Prepare an IEP Binder

https://tourette.org/resource/how-to-organize-a-iep-binder-for-a-school-meeting/

An education specialist gives instructions on organizing a binder for school meetings, including IEP/504 plans, assessments and evaluations, medical records, work samples, communication, discipline issues, and TAA resources.

August 29, 2018

Planning for a Successful Doctor’s Visit

https://tourette.org/resource/planning-for-a-successful-doctors-visit/

Keith A. Coffman, a physician with more than ten years experience with patients with Tourette Syndrome, offers advice on planning for a successful doctor's visit.

August 29, 2018

How to Prepare for a Successful School Year

https://tourette.org/resource/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-school-year/

Jack Kearney and his mother gives tips on how to prepare for a successful school year. The pair shares their negative and positive experiences with Tourette Syndrome in the classroom in order to aid others in preparing for the start of a new school year.