How to Communicate Effectively
at PPT/504 Meetings
David Heuvelman, Esq.
Tuesday
October 27, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Westport Library
Room 210
20 Jesup Road
Westport
Important decisions about your child’s educational services and future plans are made at Planning and Placement Team (PPT) and Section 504 meetings. In this workshop, Attorney David Heuvelman will help you become more informed, prepared, confident, and emotionally self-aware during difficult conversations with school personnel.
You will learn how to:
- Prepare for PPT/504 meetings and identify priorities;
- Communicate concerns clearly and confidently;
- Ask productive questions and participate meaningfully;
- Advocate effectively for your child’s individual needs;
- Understand proposed evaluations, goals, services, and accommodations;
- Respond appropriately when you disagree with school personnel;
- Ensure important concerns are addressed and documented;
- Identify appropriate next steps when agreement cannot be reached; and
- Forge collaborative relationships despite disagreements and competing priorities.
More About David Heuvelman
Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Westport Special Education Empowerment Network (SEEN)
SPED*NET does not provide legal advice or medical/psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material in this presentation is provided for educational purposes only.
How to Communicate Effectively
at PPT/504 Meetings
David Heuvelman, Esq.
Tuesday
October 27, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Westport Library
Room 210
20 Jesup Road
Westport
Important decisions about your child’s educational services and future plans are made at Planning and Placement Team (PPT) and Section 504 meetings. In this workshop, Attorney David Heuvelman will help you become more informed, prepared, confident, and emotionally self-aware during difficult conversations with school personnel.
You will learn how to:
- Prepare for PPT/504 meetings and identify priorities;
- Communicate concerns clearly and confidently;
- Ask productive questions and participate meaningfully;
- Advocate effectively for your child’s individual needs;
- Understand proposed evaluations, goals, services, and accommodations;
- Respond appropriately when you disagree with school personnel;
- Ensure important concerns are addressed and documented;
- Identify appropriate next steps when agreement cannot be reached; and
- Forge collaborative relationships despite disagreements and competing priorities.
More About David Heuvelman
Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Westport Special Education Empowerment Network (SEEN)
SPED*NET does not provide legal advice or medical/psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material in this presentation is provided for educational purposes only.
How to Communicate
Effectively at
PPT/504 Meetings
David Heuvelman, Esq.
Tuesday
October 27, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Westport Library
Room 210
20 Jesup Road
Westport
Important decisions about your child’s educational services and future plans are made at Planning and Placement Team (PPT) and Section 504 meetings. In this workshop, Attorney David Heuvelman will help you become more informed, prepared, confident, and emotionally self-aware during difficult conversations with school personnel.
You will learn how to:
- Prepare for PPT/504 meetings and identify priorities;
- Communicate concerns clearly and confidently;
- Ask productive questions and participate meaningfully;
- Advocate effectively for your child’s individual needs;
- Understand proposed evaluations, goals, services, and accommodations;
- Respond appropriately when you disagree with school personnel;
- Ensure important concerns are addressed and documented;
- Identify appropriate next steps when agreement cannot be reached; and
- Forge collaborative relationships despite disagreements and competing priorities.
More About David Heuvelman
Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Westport Special Education Empowerment Network (SEEN)
SPED*NET does not provide legal advice or medical/psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material in this presentation is provided for educational purposes only.