IEP Meetings: Process vs. Purpose

April 20, 2026

Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings are among the most important conversations in schools. These meetings bring together educators, specialists, administrators, and families to design a plan that supports a studentโ€™s…

How Do You Know If an IEP Is Actually Working?

April 6, 2026

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are central to ensuring that students with disabilities receive the supports and services they need to succeed in school. Educators work diligently to complete required documentation,…

Our Guiding Principles on Inclusive Education

June 16, 2025

At Stetson & Associates, we believe that inclusive education is not just a modelโ€”it is a civil right and an educational imperative. It is the foundation for excellence in instruction,…

The Magic of Effective Tier 2 and Tier 3 Instruction

September 12, 2024

There is nothing like the beginning of a new school yearโ€”the myriad of emotions, excitement, nervousness, and anxiety around long to-do lists. As students enter our classrooms, there is no…

Is Your MTSS Really Working? Key Indicators of Success

August 22, 2024

Research shows that Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) is an effective framework for addressing students’ diverse needs and fostering academic success. Yet, despite the evidence, educators often defer to a…

Unleashing the Power of Specially Designed Instruction: A Path to Success

January 18, 2024

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is focused on crafting educational experiences tailored to the unique needs of learners. This approach isn’t just a method; it’s a journey towards empowerment and excellence…

Effective Models of Collaborative Teaching

October 17, 2022

Decades of research has demonstrated the benefits of coteaching for teachers and students.  Professional growth for teachers can include increased content knowledge, classroom management strategies, and curriculum adaptations (Scruggs et…

Quality Indicators for Delivering Specially Designed Instruction

September 20, 2022

Overview The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 2004) has the following two indicators that need to be met for a student to qualify for special education services: The Quality…

Accommodations Audit Form

August 3, 2022

Accommodations are intended to provide equitable access to the general education curriculum and equitable access to the achievement of enrolled grade-level standards. Instructional accommodations remove barriers caused by the studentโ€™s…

Paraeducators: Fact or Fiction?

July 28, 2022

As policy and procedures have evolved over the years within education, the role of teachers and paraprofessionals has also changed.  Managing the work of paraprofessionals has become a more common…

A Missing Link

April 8, 2013

In my career as a special education teacher, curriculum supervisor, and then principal, Inclusion was a priority focus; however, there always seemed to be a missing link in the process…