Before You Test Him: Academic Strategies and Understanding the IEP

Workshop Invitation: Helping Your Child Thrive — IEPs, Evaluation, and Practical Strategies

Date: Saturday November 29th and Saturday December 6th
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Steps of Faith Tutoring Center

First Floor of Monroeville Mall
Cost: $25.00 LUNCH INCLUDED

Is your child struggling at school? Are you thinking about requesting an evaluation for an IEP, or does your child already have an IEP that isn’t producing results? Join our supportive workshop designed specifically for parents like you.

What you’ll get:

• Clear guidance on the evaluation process — how to request testing, what to expect, timelines, and your rights.
• How to read and use an IEP — understand goals, accommodations, progress monitoring, and effective IEP meetings.
• Strategies that work at home and school — practical, research‑informed approaches to improve learning, behavior, and organization.
• Troubleshooting an IEP that’s not working — when asking for revisions, how to document concerns, and next steps.
• A step‑by‑step action plan — leave with a personalized checklist to advocate for your child and track progress.
• Q&A and resource list — community supports, tutoring and therapy options

Who should attend:

• Parents considering evaluation for special education
• Parents whose child has an IEP that isn’t helping enough
• Caregivers who want practical strategies to support learning at home
• Educators and guardians welcome

Why come:

• Learn to confidently advocate for your child
• Connect with other families facing the same challenges
• Walk away with concrete next steps and tools you can use right away

How to register:

• RSVP using Event Brite
• Space is limited — please register by Monday, November 24th 2025

Questions or need accommodations?

• Contact: Dr. Thomas @412-708-3805

It will be warm, practical, and action‑oriented — bring your questions and any school documents (IEP, evaluations, report cards) if you’d like help interpreting them. We look forward to supporting you and your child.