This July, we highlight how to prepare for IEP meetings, back-to-school preparation, making informed decisions for supports and services, and tips to make the most out of summer vacations. Our Public Policy resources provide information on Medicaid services, including home and community-based services.

IEP Preparation 

• Autism Society: Education Resource Page
• What Is Included in an IEP 
• Special Education: IEP Tips – The Autism Community in Action 
• When the IEP Team Meets | Center for Parent Information and Resources 
• How to Write IEP Goals and Objectives – Free Guide 
• What to Do Before, During, and After an IEP Meeting IEP 
• National Center for Education Statistics

Back-to-School Prep

• Preparing to Go Back to School | Marcus Autism Center 
• Helping Students with Autism Navigate Back-to-School Time 
• Autism and the College Experience
• Autism Society x Nickelodeon Back-To-School Resources 
• Lunch Ideas for Autism 

Support & Services: Making Informed Decisions (planning for school year services & schedules)

• Autism Services for Children in School 
• Classroom Routines: Preparing Your Child with Autism 
• Sending an Autistic Child to Public School 
• Going to College With Autism – Child Mind Institute 
• ASA Making Informed Decisions Resource

Summer staycations & travel advice

• These Certified Autism Resorts Offer Inclusive Programming for Neurodiverse Guests
• Fun and Affordable Sensory Play Ideas for Kids With Special Needs – Autism Parenting Magazine
• Tips for Flying with a Child Who Has Autism

The Autism Society’s National Helpline is here to support you and provide you with the resources you need. Our Information & Referral Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (Eastern Time) at 800-3-AUTISM (800-328-8476) or info@autism-society.org.

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