Speech IEP Goals: Speech Therapy Made Simple

Speech IEP (Individualized Education Program) goals are a key part of a speech-language pathologist’s (SLP) role in schools. These goals support a wide range of needs that shift with age, learning stage, and each child’s unique communication profile. But writing clear and effective goals can be challenging. SLPs often have to determine specific areas of … Read more

IEP Goals for ADHD: SMART Strategies and Examples for K–12 Students

When a student with ADHD struggles to focus, stay organized, or regulate emotions, it can impact not only their academic progress but also the classroom as a whole. Educators want to help, but without a clear plan and measurable goals, even the most dedicated efforts can fall short. That’s where well-crafted ADHD IEP goals come … Read more

Resource Mapping in Schools: How to Maximize Student Support with Limited Funding

Every school leader is asking the same question: How do we meet state standards and properly support staff and students when resources are scarce and funding is insufficient? Student behavioral and mental health needs are rising, special education teams are stretched thin, staff are overwhelmed, and budgets that once felt manageable are now under pressure. … Read more

Breaking Down Silos: How School Leaders Can Align General Education and Special Education with Co-Teaching Strategies

In many schools, general education and special education still operate in separate worlds, with different teams, meetings, and goals. When these systems stay disconnected, students miss out, and educators feel overwhelmed and unsupported. A recent edWeb webinar, presented by Brandy Samuell, Director of Product for K–12 Services at eLuma, along with education leaders Mike Leddy … Read more

From Confusion to Confidence: How Everyone in Your School Community Plays a Role in Student Services

When the people responsible for a student’s success aren’t working together, it creates chaos. Teachers struggle to balance behavior and academic needs, families feel disconnected from the school, and students slip through the cracks. It’s not just frustrating—it’s damaging.  Schools are already stretched thin, and without a unified effort, everyone becomes overwhelmed. However, when the … Read more

Better Evaluations, Better Outcomes: The Key to Accurate Special Education Eligibility

Special education evaluations shape the future of students who need extra support, yet the process is far from straightforward. A single evaluation can determine whether a child gets life-changing services or continues to struggle without the help they need. The stakes could not be higher. In this blog, we’ll highlight some of the main takeaways … Read more

The 504 Learning Plan and the IEP: A Complete Guide to Supporting Student Success

When students struggle academically, behaviorally, or emotionally, it can be hard to know what kind of help they need. Even when educators, families, and support providers recognize that something is not working, figuring out the next step is not always easy.  With the right guidance and resources, educators and parents can transform these challenges into … Read more

SELS 2024 Survey Insights: Unveiling the State of Mental Health in K-12 Schools [Infographic]

The Special Education Legislative Summit 2024 (SELS 2024) in Washington DC gathered over 300 members of the special education community, united by a mission to tackle the pressing challenges in our schools. A primary focus was the mental health of K-12 students, explored through a comprehensive survey conducted by eLuma. eLuma, known for its commitment … Read more

Empowering Educators: Highlights from the 2024 CEC Conference

Were you unable to make it to the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)‘s biggest event of the year? Don’t worry – we’ve got the highlights from CEC 2024 right here! “What’s Your Why” We invited attendees to share their motivations as educators – their “why” – by contributing to a wall filled with heartfelt reflections. … Read more