Classes are not the only critical aspect of your child’s education. The activities offered through school also play a significant role in their lives. These activities are fun, but they are also important. They foster social development. And students with disabilities...
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Special Education Law
ADHD frequently goes undiagnosed in girls
The CDC reported in 2016 that nearly 6.1 million students have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). As many parents know, ADHD is different for each student. Some students might need an independent education plan (IEP) or other accommodations to succeed...
Could IEPs carry over to college? New bill considers the question.
In a recent blog post, we discussed how ACT, a test many students take to get into college, is implementing changes to allow students to have the same test-taking accommodations they have in their independent education plans (IEP). This is a significant step forward...
Report: ACT now supporting accommodations
Although many colleges and universities are beginning to forego requirements for standardized testing, many schools still expect students to take college prep tests such as the ACT or SAT and submit these scores with their college applications. These standardized...
One benefit of distance learning? Communication.
Distance learning had a different impact on every child during the pandemic: some students thrived, while others struggled or even regressed while they were not in the classroom. However, one report indicates that this new method of learning may have created a...
Do IEPs include physical therapy?
There is no doubt that learning disabilities and differences impact a child’s education, as well as how they approach learning. However, physical disabilities can affect a child’s educational journey as well. No matter the disability, students deserve equal access to...
How do I know if my child has a learning disability?
The signs that a child might have a learning disability are not always obvious. Poor performance in school or poor grades are not always an indicator that children are struggling with learning differences and challenges. California parents – and students – should be...
How can families fight learning loss?
Learning loss in students is actually common over the long summer break from school. While this is a common issue many kids experience, its impact is different for everyone. For students with learning differences or disabilities, learning loss affects the next school...
How can parents prepare for the IEP eligibility meeting?
Getting an initial evaluation is a critical step in the process of obtaining special education services. Parents often feel a mix of relief and anxiety at this stage, because this evaluation has a significant impact on whether the school decides students are eligible...
Get the basics about progress monitoring
It is important to remember that a child’s independent education plan (IEP) is a living document. Although parents and the IEP team might meet annually to discuss or revise certain aspects of the plan, the team can revise the plan as many times as necessary. As...