As your child heads back to school, there are a few things you can do to encourage his academic success. It's always a good idea to review your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) to make sure he's getting the speech therapy and other help that he needs. Meeting with his new teachers and his speech-language pathologist (SLP) will ensure that everyone is up-to-date. Most educators welcome parental involvement. To that end, schools across the country will be hosting Open House nights in the next week or two. The format for an Open House night varies widely depending on the school. A small preschool's Open House is a great time to chat with the teacher. In contrast, you might not even get the chance to exchange names during an Open House for a very large high school. Networking is particularly important for parents of special needs kids. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of your child's Open House night.