ASK Resource Center

09/06/2026

💡 What is a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?

A BIP is an individualized plan that outlines strategies to help prevent and respond to challenging behaviors while supporting a student’s unique needs. Understanding your child’s BIP can help you feel more informed and prepared to participate as a member of their education team. 💙

Not sure what should be included in a BIP? ASK Resource Center’s helpful checklist breaks it down and can help families make sure important information and supports are included.

Get the resource here: https://www.askresource.org/resources/behaviorinterventionplanbipguideandchecklist

09/05/2026

💡 Want to better understand behavior and your role on the IEP team?

Watch our webinar focused on Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and learn how understanding the reasons behind a child’s behavior can help teams develop effective supports. You’ll gain practical information to help you feel more informed, participate confidently in IEP discussions, and advocate for your child’s needs. 💙

📺 Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYAQjQVq7j0&list=PLcT6kKPZCchlv-Z3JetupKm-MhVI_qGtW&index=17

09/04/2026

💡 What is a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?

An FBA is a process used to better understand why a student may be engaging in certain behaviors. It helps families and educators identify what may be contributing to the behavior and what skills or replacement behaviors can be taught instead. Understanding your child’s FBA can help you feel more informed and prepared to work with the education team to identify supports and interventions that help your child learn and succeed. 💙

Not sure what should be included in a FBA? ASK Resource Center’s helpful checklist breaks it down and can help families make sure important information and supports are included.

Get the resource here: https://www.askresource.org/resources/functional-behavior-assessment-fba-guide-and-checklist

09/03/2026

Created by YETI, “The Top 10 Ways to Connect Youth to Vocational Rehabilitation” shares practical strategies for starting early, reducing barriers, building partnerships, and keeping youth voice at the center of transition planning.

👉 Check it out:https://raisecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/The-Top-10-Ways-to-Connect-Youth-to-Vocational-Rehabilitation.pdf

09/02/2026

📣 ASK an Expert is back!

Join us for our first webinar of the year: Family Panel: Partnering for Successful Conferences.

Hear from families of children with disabilities as they share real-life experiences and practical tips for preparing for school conferences, asking meaningful questions, sharing their child’s strengths and needs, and advocating effectively.

📆 October 12
🕒 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Virtual | Registration required

Register here: https://www.askresource.org/events/october-12th-ask-an-expert--family-voices-partnering-for-successful-conferences-1200-100-pm

09/02/2026

Setting goals for your future starts with small steps!

Whether it's for school, work, independence, or your personal life, writing down your goal and one small action you can take this week brings you closer to achieving it. What is one goal you have for your future?

📺 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/_vkLn1Qve60

09/01/2026

All set up for Ladies Night at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds from 4-8 PM. Come by and see us! 🩵

09/01/2026

Check out this great opportunity from our friends at Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute!

🎥 Your story has the power to make a difference.

Parents and caregivers of children and youth with special health care needs have experiences, perspectives, and stories that can inspire change—and the Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI) wants to help you bring yours to life!

Join us for Digital Storytelling, a 3-day, in-person workshop designed to help families create a meaningful 2–4 minute digital story that can be used for advocacy and healing. Participants will receive hands-on training in script writing, voice recording, and video editing.

📅 November 11–13, 2026
📍 Iowa City, Iowa
🏨 Lodging and meals are provided

Whether you have a story you've been wanting to share or aren't quite sure where to begin, this workshop will help you turn your experiences into a powerful tool for connection and advocacy.

✨ Ready to tell your story? Apply today:
https://bit.ly/tellstories26

Questions? Contact Rachel Charlot at [email protected]

This Digital Storytelling opportunity is sponsored by the Iowa DD Council.

08/30/2026

📘 IEPs can be difficult to read and understand.

ASK Resource Center has three webinars that walk families through an Iowa IEP and explain how to read it, what information to look for, and what questions to ask. Watch the webinars to feel more confident understanding your child’s IEP and participating in the IEP process!

📺 Watch the first part here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdDzxoBdSCg&list=PLcT6kKPZCchlv-Z3JetupKm-MhVI_qGtW&index=20&t=2s

08/29/2026

📘 Developing an IEP is a step-by-step process!

An IEP includes five key phases that help the team understand a student’s needs and plan for their success. These include identifying present levels, developing measurable goals, determining services and supports, deciding on the least restrictive environment (LRE), and planning how progress will be shared with parents. Understanding each phase can help families feel more prepared and confident during the IEP process.

👉 Get the resource from Iowa IDEA Information here: https://iowaideainformation.org/special-education/individualized-education-programs/components-of-an-iep/