Do you feel like you’re struggling every night to get your child to buckle down and get their homework done?  All parents face this problem occasionally, but many have this issue to look forward to at the end of every day.  Don’t despair!  Here are some...

Parents of children qualifying for special education services will be excited to learn that the PA Department of Education decided on September 5, 2023 to extend a student’s eligibility for those services until age 22 allowing for adult education.  Pennsylvania...

Grit can be defined as hard work, consistency, resilience, and perseverance. It’s the ability to stick with something even when it’s tough or uncomfortable -- or when you’ve tried and not been successful right away. Unfortunately, our schools and universities are full...

This blog was written by Erin Pasela, mother of two sons and the newest Education Advocate at Fick Educational Services. In my previous blog article, I discussed the reasons why you might consider getting a neuropsychological evaluation for your child.  Today, I...

This blog was written by Erin Pasela, mother of two sons and the newest Education Advocate at Fick Educational Services. There are many questions that parents ask when raising their children.  When your child has special needs, the questions seem endless.  In my own...