FACT Oregon Blog
Welcome to the FACT Oregon blog! Here we share stories and tips by staff and community members.
Would you like to write a blog post about your family, your experience with FACT Oregon, or navigating school, goal setting, and living a self determined life? Email Amy Geoffroy at amy@factoregon.org for more information!
“I’m powerful. I will advocate for my kid. Period”
When Hilda learned the behavior support written into her son Lucio’s IEP had quietly stopped, she felt ready to give up. With the right tools and a FACT Support Specialist in her corner, she won back his services and found her voice. Now she helps shape decisions for every family in her district.
“I work in a much more meaningful and productive way with my son’s school”
Just days into first grade, A’s son R was already facing talk of a placement change. But this time, A was ready. With support from FACT, she had learned the ins and outs of R’s IEP, FBA, and BIP, and she knew to ask for data before any decisions were made. Read how one mom helped turn a hard start into a complete turnaround for her son.
Accessing the ‘Upstairs Brain’ While in Crisis: Nicole’s Story
Parents to eight-year-old twins, Nicole and her spouse struggled to figure out next steps after a series of instances at school made them question whether the right behavior supports were in place. With FACT Oregon’s help, her family is now on a path to getting her children what they need to access their education and thrive.
Walking with Alisha Every Step of the Way
Alisha recently faced a tough situation when her son's school threatened to expel him because of some behavior issues related to his disability. See how she learned to advocate for her son.
Empowering Christina’s Advocacy
Christina’s son’s disruptive behavior at school led to the threat of expulsion earlier this fall. How Christina is navigating this situation – and how she is advocating for her son – is the parent hero story we share today.
Back to school
Every school year I get a little anxious for all my kids, isn’t that something we all do? This year is no different. It’s important to remember that even though things are different…
Thinking about College?
In thinking about preparing for adulthood as your child nears the end of high school, Portland State University’s Career and Community Studies program provides an inclusive, four-year college…