Get Ready, Get Set, and Back to School!
It’s time to get ready, get set, and back to school! Many parents and students are getting ready to start a new school year in the upcoming weeks. Many parents are excited, and many...
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What Is ADHD and How Do I Know If I Have It?
Many people ask themselves “What is ADHD and how do I know if I have it?” They may also wonder if their child is showing symptoms of ADHD. The term “ADHD” is often heard...
I Requested An IEE: What Happens Next
Your Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) has been requested by following the steps we discussed in Part 3 of this blog series: Requesting an IEE, so what happens next? The school district has two options:...
Requesting an IEE: Independent Educational Evaluation
What is an IEE? An assessment with a professional that is not part of your school district. Thus, the evaluation is “independent.” The IEE occurs after you review the findings of the district’s evaluation...
Evaluation for Special Education
Do you think your child may need special education services at school? You can ask for an assessment to see if they qualify. With this in mind, we recommend requesting an evaluation for special...
IEP: What is an IEP and Does My Child Need One?
IEP stands for Individualized Education Program. An IEP is a written plan and legal document that follows the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA is the special education law that protects the rights...
Strengthening Skills & Bonding Through Reading
Reading with children has been shown to have many benefits including expanding vocabulary, increasing attention, improving logic and reasoning, and can also help strengthen relationships and foster communication between caregiver and children. Spending just...
2e: Twice Exceptional
Twice exceptional, also known as “2e,” students are intellectually gifted but also have underlying learning challenges. Though they are really bright and appear advanced, these students have problems in other areas. This includes attention...
Fun Summer Game for Trips- Would You Rather?
Parents often complain that their tweens and teens don’t talk to them. Often, parents also struggle to get their kids to spend quality time together. With summer around the corner, family trips might include...
Beyond “Fine:” Talking About Your Child’s School Day
Parents often tell us that they would like to talk with their children/teens more about their daily lives but find it hard. When they ask questions about their school day, they often get 1-3-word...
