Ep 7: IEP Accommodations & Service Minutes: Why Your Child Isn’t Making Progress

If your child’s IEP looks good on paper…but they’re still not making the progress you expected…There’s a good chance the issue isn’t just the IEP goals.In this episode, we’re breaking down two areas that are often overlooked—but make a huge difference in whether your child actually makes progress:👉 IEP accommodations 👉IEP service minutesYou’ll learn the difference between the two, why they both matter, and how they should connect back to your child’s evaluation and IEP goals.Because here’s the truth:Support that isn’t individualized… or service minutes that don’t match your child’s needs…can leave your child stuck—even with a well-written IEP.We’re also talking about why it’s so important to actually “do the math” when it comes to service minutes—and what to look for beyond just the numbers.And if things still aren’t adding up?This episode sets the stage for what we’ll cover next—behavior—and how unmet needs often show up in ways parents aren’t expecting.Next StepsIf you’ve ever left an IEP meeting unsure what to do next…🎯 I created a short training that walks you through:✔ what to review ✔ what to look for ✔ how to follow up👉 https://getting-by-is-not-enough.kit.com/products/when-an-iep-meeting-doesnt-goAnd if you’re just getting started…📘 Download my free guide: 5 Things Every Parent Should Know About Their Child’s IEP 👉 https://getting-by-is-not-enough.kit.com/iep-guide👉 Data, documentation, and parent input — that’s what drives strong IEPs.