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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...
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...
When parents communicate effectively and build a working relationship with their child’s teacher, it can often be incredibly beneficial to their educational journey. This relationship is often even more important if children have disabilities and receive special...
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...
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...
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...
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...
According to Child Mind Institute, it is common for children with learning disabilities to experience emotional struggles as well. They often feel frustrated, especially when it seems other kids do not struggle. For example, a child with dyslexia might feel...
As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane, many families are looking forward to the reopening of schools. However, recent reports suggest that many parents of children with disabilities feel concerned with this transition, particularly regarding the amount and quality...
When California parents move forward with an independent education evaluation (IEE), there are a few steps they must take. In some cases, their child’s school might move forward with due process to challenge their request. In others, the school might provide a list of...