(This post is adapted from the Formative Assessment: Monitoring the Progress of Students with IEPs publication from PaTTAN) When we think of our children's academic goals, we don't typically think of them in quantitative terms. We just want our kids to be their best...

The college application process is arduous for any high school student, but students who have an IEP have special considerations for each step of the process. IF you are the parent of a child with an IEP, you'll notice that the process starts earlier and features a...

A parent of a student with an IEP knows how critical IEP meetings are. They set the goals and plans for students to achieve their educational goals for the year. They are essentially a contract guaranteeing that a district will take the necessary steps for your...

We’ve all heard the old adage, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” When it comes to bullying, though, this may not prove true. In fact, recent studies show a link between bullying and learning delays in school settings. Many studies...

Ben Franklin once said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” While this is fairly strong language, it’s an astute observation that is very applicable when it comes to SATs. It’s surely tempting to take a break from anything academic during the summer;...