IEEs, IEPs, LEAs, SDIs – there are so many acronyms used in education, it can be hard to keep up with what they all mean. In this post, we focus on the difference between IEPs and IEEs. For reference; here are what each of those acronyms stand for Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) Individualized Education Program (IEP) Local Education Agency (LEA) Specially Designed Instruction (SDI). Both documents play important roles in special education. If you are a parent/guardia

This summer, our Extended School Year (ESY) program is centered around the theme Growing Together - a celebration of each student’s unique strengths and the powerful connections we build as a community. Throughout the summer, students will explore who they are, how to care for their minds and bodies, how to work together, and how to show kindness and courage in everyday moments. Each week highlights a different way we grow: learning about ourselves, supporting our health, cr

First and foremost, I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break and a fabulous new year! Having recently joined ASUA as one of the marketing coordinators with a focus on community outreach, I'd be remiss if I didn't bring up our Food Equity Program. For those of you who have donated to this, thank you for your support. This initiative started when the SNAP benefit paused and we knew we needed to have resources for the community. So far we have attained 17% of our financial

Learn more about Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) and how we conduct and utilize them as an organization.