Alternatives to Free NL Special Education Resources (LDANL, ASNL, Government Handbook)
Why LDANL, ASNL, AIDE Canada, and the government handbook leave gaps for NL parents, and what fills them when free resources are not enough.
Blog
All articles about Newfoundland & Labrador IEP & Support Plan Blueprint.
Best IEP Resource for NL Parents on the Janeway Waitlist
The best advocacy resource for Newfoundland parents whose child is stuck on a 12–18 month Janeway or school board assessment waitlist with no diagnosis.
How to Advocate for Special Education in Rural Newfoundland Without a Local Advocate
Strategies for parents in rural NL, the West Coast, Central, and Labrador to advocate for their child's IEP/ISSP without access to local specialists or advocates.
NL IEP Guide vs Etsy IEP Planners: Why American Templates Fail in Newfoundland
Why Etsy and TPT IEP planners built for the US system are useless in Newfoundland and Labrador, and what NL parents actually need instead.
NL IEP Guide vs Hiring a Private Special Education Consultant
Comparing the cost, speed, and tactical value of a Newfoundland-specific IEP advocacy guide against hiring a private educational consultant in NL.
Transition ISSP Goals in Newfoundland: From School to Adult Life
How NL's Pathways framework shapes transition planning, what transition ISSP goals should cover, and the diploma vs. certificate decision parents must understand.
NL ISSP Meeting Checklist: How to Prepare for Your PPT
A practical checklist for Newfoundland parents preparing for an ISSP Program Planning Team meeting — what to bring, ask, and watch for.
ISSP Goal Bank for Newfoundland Parents: Writing Measurable Goals
Sample measurable ISSP goals for NL students covering reading, math, communication, behavior, and social skills — with a guide to making goals stick.
Special Education Advocates in Newfoundland and Labrador
Who advocates for children with special needs in NL, what they can and can't do, and when parents may need external support beyond the school.
Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Plans in NL Schools
How functional behavior assessments work in Newfoundland schools, what a behavior intervention plan should contain, and how parents can advocate for one.
Getting an Independent Educational Evaluation in Newfoundland
How NL parents can request or obtain an independent psychoeducational assessment, what it costs, and how to submit results to the school system.
ISSP Support for Anxiety in Newfoundland Schools
How NL schools can support students with anxiety through the ISSP and RTL policy, what accommodations to request, and how to navigate mental health referrals.
IEP and ISSP Goals for Autism in Newfoundland Schools
How NL's ISSP supports autistic students, what ISSP goals for autism should include, and how to push for meaningful support in NL schools.
ISSP and IEP Accommodations for ADHD in Newfoundland Schools
How NL schools support students with ADHD through the ISSP and RTL policy, including specific accommodations parents can request.
Parent Rights in Special Education: Newfoundland and Labrador
Your legal rights as a parent in NL's special education system — ISSP consent, record access, appeals, and who you can call when the school says no.
The ISSP Process in Newfoundland Schools: Step by Step
How the ISSP process works in NL from first referral to annual review, including timelines, team roles, and how to track progress.
What Is an IEP in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Learn what an IEP (ISSP) is in NL schools, how it works under the RTL policy, and what parents need to know to advocate effectively.