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Understand how educational supports work in schools and what environments and supports would be most valuable for your child.

Navigate the IEP and 504 process and collaborate with teachers.

Review IEPs and plan for meetings.

Understand the Oakland Public School system and options for their child.

Find supports and make progress while your child is on a waitlist for assessment or intervention.

Weed through book lists and other resources to determine what would actually be useful and supportive.

Set-up a support system, including any needed therapies, that aligns best with your child's needs and strengths, and your family goals.

Find good providers.

Process a new diagnosis and talk to your child and others about their disability or neurotype.

Think through whether your child needs an assessment, the pros and cons of different assessments, how to get one, and how to get the most out of the experience.

Interpret assessments of your child and map out next steps.

Advocate for yourself and build self-advocacy in your child.

See the big picture and plan for a range of long-term outcomes for your child.

Affirm neurodiversity and combat ableism at home.