School & Advocacy

When you first start hearing terms like 504 and IEP, it can feel like a whole new language—one no one handed you a dictionary for. I remember thinking, Aren’t these basically the same thing? (Spoiler: they’re not.) I’m not an educator or a lawyer—just a mom sharing what we’ve learned along the way. But understanding the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP was a turning point for us. So, let’s break it down in plain English. What is a 504 Plan? A 504 plan is designed to p

One thing I quickly learned on this journey is how limited the resources around dyscalculia still are. Compared to dyslexia, information can be surprisingly hard to find—and often scattered. This is a space I’ll continue to build thoughtfully over time, sharing tools, insights, and supports that have been helpful for our family. For now, here are a few starting points: Full Psychoeducational (Psych/Ed) Taking the step to pursue a comprehensive psych/ED evaluation was one of t

If you're still sorting out whether a 504 or IEP is the right path, that breakdown is here: https://www.goinggranola.net/post/504-vs-iep-what-s-the-difference-and-how-do-you-know-which-one-your-child-needs. And the psychoeducational evaluation post is the step that often comes before either: https://www.goinggranola.net/post/should-we-get-a-psych-ed-evaluation-asking-for-a-friend. --- IF THIS RESONATED WITH YOU Getting accommodations on paper is one thing. Making sure they

Once you have results, the next question is what to do with them — that's what Workbook 2 is designed for. And if school accommodations are part of your next step, the 504 vs IEP post is a good foundation: https://www.goinggranola.net/post/504-vs-iep-what-s-the-difference-and-how-do-you-know-which-one-your-child-needs. --- IF THIS RESONATED WITH YOU If you're at the point of considering a psychoeducational evaluation, you're probably in that exhausting in-between space — s