Supporting Military Families Navigating Special Education
You Already Have Enough to Manage During a PCS Move
Relocating to a new duty station can be stressful for any family. When your child has an IEP, 504 Plan, autism, ADHD, learning disability, or other special education needs, the process can feel even more overwhelming.
At Think, Talk, Collaborate Educational Consulting, LLC, we understand the unique challenges military families face when transitioning between schools, districts, and states. We provide guidance and support to help families navigate special education services before, during, and after a move.
Military Family Special Education Support
Before Your Move
We can help you:
✔ Review your child's current IEP or 504 Plan
✔ Organize educational and therapy records
✔ Identify important documents to request before leaving your current district
✔ Prepare questions for your new school team
✔ Develop a transition plan to reduce service disruptions
✔ Review evaluations, progress reports, and behavior plans
After Your Move
We can assist with:
✔ Understanding how your child's IEP transfers to a new state
✔ Reviewing comparable services provided by the new school district
✔ Preparing for enrollment meetings
✔ Understanding procedural safeguards and parent rights
✔ Organizing documentation for the new school team
✔ Preparing for IEP, eligibility, and 504 meetings
✔ Supporting communication with school staff
Common Questions Military Families Ask
Will My Child's IEP Transfer to Another State?
Federal law requires schools to provide services comparable to those listed in the existing IEP while the new district reviews records and determines next steps.
What Records Should I Request Before Moving?
We recommend obtaining copies of:
- Current IEP
- Previous IEPs
- Eligibility documentation
- Evaluations
- Progress reports
- Report cards
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
- Therapy reports
- Medical documentation related to educational needs
Can Services Change After a Move?
School districts may review existing services and determine how they will be implemented. Understanding your child's current needs and maintaining organized records can help support a smoother transition.
What If My Child Receives ABA, Speech, Occupational Therapy, or Other Services?
Planning ahead is important. We can help families identify questions to ask, documentation to gather, and considerations for maintaining continuity of services during transitions.
Special Education Transition Services
IEP Transfer Review
A detailed review of your child's current educational program and recommendations for transition planning.
Records Organization
Assistance organizing evaluations, school records, therapy reports, and supporting documentation.
Parent Consultation
Individualized guidance to help families understand their options and prepare for meetings.
Meeting Preparation
Support developing questions, concerns, and priorities before school meetings.
Advocacy Support
Guidance throughout the transition process to help families feel informed and prepared.
Serving Military Families Throughout the Emerald Coast
Proudly supporting families connected to:
Eglin Air Force Base
Hurlburt Field
Duke Field
As well as military families relocating to and from installations across the United States.
Why Families Choose Think, Talk, Collaborate Educational Consulting, LLC
- Former educator
- Behavior specialist
- Parent-centered approach
- Experience supporting students with disabilities
- Virtual and in-person consultation options
- Military family transition support
- Collaborative, solution-focused guidance
Free 30-Minute Consultation
Whether you are preparing for an upcoming PCS move, enrolling in a new school district, or navigating an IEP transition, we are here to help.
Think, Talk, Collaborate Educational Consulting, LLC
📞 (850) 634-0774 📧 info@ttciep.com
website: www.ttciep.com
Think, Talk, Collaborate Educational Consulting, LLC is an independent educational consulting company and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Department of Defense, the United States Air Force, Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field, or any government agency.