I received a notification of meeting indicating that DD10's eligibility for Special Education services meeting will be on December 2nd. Is there anything I can do prior to this meeting to prepare? They listed a huge number of people attending the meeting. Attending the meeting will be, the school psychologist, school counselor, 2 special education teachers, a representative from the Special School District listed as "Area Coordinator", language diagnostician, occupational therapist, adaptive physical education expert, effective practice specialist (no idea what this is), speech language specialist, physical therapist.
Meanwhile, attending and advocating in support of DD10 will be myself and her special education advocate. Is it typical for so many different people to attend these meetings? I have had DD10's psychologist attend some prior meetings. Do I need to have her present for this meeting? Any advice would be appreciated. I am feeling overwhelmed after getting this letter! I feel like I am walking into an ambush!
