The IFSP tells the story of the child/family.  But how good are we at writing that story down and focusing that story into family specific outcomes/goals?  I'm working on my own skills as I write each family's unique story.  Do you find yourself on auto pilot at IFSP meetings listening to parents express the same concerns for their child?  How can we dig deeper into the story behind the concerns to shape their priorities into outcomes/goals.  Parents/caregivers often tell us they want their child to talk and use words, but what words does that parent/caregiver want their child to say?

Resources: Pause & Reflect: Your Guide to a Deeper Understanding of Early Intervention Practice by Dana Childress

EI on the Fly Podcast

MDE Part C video training