Personalized Learning Solutions, LLC

09/15/2025

From Disability Scoop article-9/11/25

“The U.S. Department of Education is canceling millions of dollars in grants for special education teacher training, parent resource centers and more saying that they don’t align with Trump administration priorities.

The agency’s Office of Special Education Programs terminated grants for 25 programs funded under Part D of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

These cuts touch every corner of the special education system — parent centers, personnel development, doctoral training and teacher training,” she said, noting that some terminations affected organizations with decades of expertise.

The canceled grants include funding for community parent resource centers, preparing special education teachers and related service providers, Braille and interpreter training and programs supporting those who are deafblind, among other initiatives.”

These cuts eliminate much needed services that help parents understand the special education process. If you are a parent who needs assistance understanding your rights & navigating the special education system Personalized Learning Solutions, LLC can help.

Book a free consultation using link below.
https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions

09/14/2025

✅ This Saturday is our free workshop “Navigating The New School Year” Parent Workshop.

✅ This is the warmup for the “Navigating The New School Year” Virtual Conference on Oct 10th & 11th. We have a great lineup of speakers on various important topics.

✅ This Saturday we will review some key information, share some tips & strategies, and answer questions.

✅ Join us!!! Registration for both the workshop & conference at LinkTree link below.

https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions

09/12/2025

As a former educator & now as an advocate I have never been a fan of the STAAR test & how much emphasis was placed on the test. I saw 3rd graders upset & anxious because they knew they could not be promoted to the 4th grade if they did not pass the STAAR reading test…creating a great deal of text anxiety. I always tell my clients & ARD committees that the STAAR test is just another data gathering technique for information to be included in the present levels of the IEP.

✅ Texas Senate overwhelmingly passed HB 8 on Wednesday, passing it by a 25 to 5 vote. HB 8 passed the House 82-56 on Tuesday & was immediately reported to the Senate.

✅ The legislation will begin the process of phasing out the controversial State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test.

✅ The single summative STAAR will be replaced by TEA-developed beginning-of-year (BOY), middle-of-year (MOY) & end-of-year (EOY) assessments for grades 3-8 beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. Approved national norm-referenced tests will be optional for the BOY & MOY at the district’s expense.

‼️ Teachers won’t be able to give their students practice exams ahead of the state standardized tests. TEA Commissioner Mike Morath has told lawmakers that practice exams can take up weeks of instruction time & aren’t proven to help students do better on the test.

✅ High schoolers will no longer need to pass the English II end of course (EOC) assessment, which is currently a graduation requirement. High school students will still need to pass the EOC for English I, Algebra I & Biology to get their high school diploma.

09/11/2025

“Navigating the New School Year” Virtual Conference TICKETS ON SALE!!

📅 Date: Oct 10th & 11th
🕖 Time: 11:00 am-5:00 pm EST/10:00 am-4:00pm CST, Both Days
📍 Location: Via Zoom
💵 Cost: Tickets available on Eventbrite-$35.00
📚 Conference sessions will be recorded. Ticket gets you access to all conference session recordings.

Session Topics Include:
✅ How to Organize Your Child’s Educational Records
✅ Developing Your Vision Statement
✅ Communication & Negotiating Strategies
✅ Transition Planning Strategies
✅ Review of Dispute Resolution Options
✅ Tips, Tools & Strategies

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-the-new-school-year-virtual-conference-tickets-1645536276299?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/09/2025

Most students have been in school about 4 to 5 weeks now.

❓ What questions do you have about the special education process, your child’s IEP & implementation of your child’s IEP, your child’s 504 Plan, federal or state laws, etc.

✅ Comment with your question & we will answer to the best of our knowledge.

09/08/2025

“Navigating the New School Year” Workshop

📅 Date: September 20th
🕖 Time: 11:00 am-12:30 EST/10:00 am-11:30 pm CST
📍 Location: Via Zoom
💵 Cost: FREE
📚 Workshop will be recorded

What You’ll Learn About:
✅ How to Organize Your Child’s Educational Records
✅ Importance of Present Levels
✅ Review of Dispute Resolution Options
✅ Tips, Tools & Strategies

https://bit.ly/navnewschoolyear2025

This workshop is just a little look into our upcoming “Navigating The New School Year” Virtual Conference happening October 10th & 11th. Information on Eventbrite this week.

Questions email Shemica S. Allen at personalizedlearningsolutions@gmail.com

https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions

09/07/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19jiWf1VKM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🎉The 𝐒𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 has completed the class of 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒. 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 Personalized Learning Solutions, LLC.

Ms. Shemica packed six weeks with intensive learning, rich resources, and nonstop action. We dove headfirst into the world of Special Education Advocacy and came out 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑝𝑒𝑟, 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑟, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑑.

These were the broad topics dissected:
📘 The history of special education laws & parent participation rights
📝 The IEP process from evaluations to goals, progress reports, and accommodations vs. modifications
📚 Supports & services for inclusive education, ESY, and discipline
🤝 Preparing, advocating, and negotiating effectively during IEP meetings
📂 Organizing educational files, understanding dispute resolution options, and transition planning

Each session gave us the knowledge and tools to stand stronger as advocates, not just for our own children, but 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞.

A 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐬. 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚 for guiding us with expertise, passion, and dedication. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to grow under your mentorship.

At SNACS, this training is more than just learning; it's about 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: "𝐹𝑒𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝐼𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑟 𝐴𝑑𝑣𝑜𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑒." By strengthening our skills and aligning our values, we ensure that every parent can trust that the SNACS Team stands ready to walk alongside you.

💙 Our partnership with Personalized Learning Solutions grew from shared values, commitment to equity, belief in parent empowerment, and the conviction that every child deserves an education tailored to their unique needs.

Real change happens when families have a team that not only understands their challenges but also fights beside them. And we will continue to partner with Personalized Learning Solutions so that we always have that team, walking with parents, advocating for them, and turning parents' goals for their children into action.

Visit us at https://snacs.info/

09/04/2025

Today we just finished a six session training with the staff of SNACS from California. It was great to be able to train the staff of new advocates so they can assist parents in their state. If your staff needs training on special education topics please reach out to us. Contact info is below.

https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions

09/04/2025

‼️ More info on HB 1481.

✅ There are three exceptions. Examples of exceptions include the following. The use of a personal communications device can be authorized for student’s who have an educational need in order to implement the student’s IEP or 504 Plan or the student has a documented need based on directive by a qualified physician.

✅ Access to the device can be included as an accommodation in a student’s IEP or 504 Plan.

‼️ If you are a parent in Texas & have questions please contact us.

09/02/2025

❗️What Every Parent Needs to Know About LRE (Least Restrictive Environment)

✅ The Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is a fundamental principle in special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

✅ It ensures that children with disabilities have the right to be educated with their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent appropriate.

✅ Check out our breakdown of what every parent should understand about LRE. If you have questions contact us.

09/01/2025

Navigating the New School Year Workshop

📅 Date: September 20th
🕖 Time: 11:00 am-12:30 EST/10:00 am-11:30 pm CST
📍 Location: Via Zoom
💵 Cost: FREE
📚 Workshop will be recorded

What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to Organize Your Child’s Educational Records
✅ Crafting Your Vision/Parent Input Statement
✅ Making Effective Requests to Your Child’s School District-Letter Writing
✅ Review of Dispute Resolution Options
✅ Tips, Tools & Strategies

https://bit.ly/navnewschoolyear2025

Questions email Shemica S. Allen at personalizedlearningsolutions@gmail.com

https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions

08/28/2025

This workshop has just been rescheduled!! Navigating the New School Year Workshop

📅 Date: September 20th
🕖 Time: 11:00 am-12:30 EST/10:00 am-11:30 pm CST
📍 Location: Via Zoom
💵 Cost: FREE
📚 Workshop will be recorded

What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to Organize Your Child’s Educational Records
✅ Crafting Your Vision/Parent Input Statement
✅ Making Effective Requests to Your Child’s School District-Letter Writing
✅ Review of Dispute Resolution Options
✅ Tips, Tools & Strategies

https://bit.ly/navnewschoolyear2025

Questions email Shemica S. Allen at personalizedlearningsolutions@gmail.com

https://linktr.ee/personalizedlearningsolutions