On June 12, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a unanimous decision in A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools, marking a significant victory for students with disabilities and their families. The case centered on a Minnesota student with a rare form of epilepsy that made it impossible for her to attend school
Dyslexia is something that affects numerous students, and can make it harder for them to learn. In order to know how to make learning easier for them, it’s important to know what dyslexia is, the signs to look for, and other vital information regarding dyslexia. Dyslexia is a reading disability
It’s important for students with IEPs to feel included in the classroom and beyond. Inclusion for students with IEPs is more than just a physical environment, and is not something they have to earn. Inclusion begins at school, and should continue well beyond. Inclusion for students with IEPs should be
For children with speech impediments, effective communication is vital to their learning. Some people may believe that, because speech is affected in children with speech impediments, that means they cannot learn. This is not true at all, and there are special devices created with their communication in mind! Two of
If your child struggles to learn or has been identified as having special needs in a classroom setting chances are they have an IEP (Individualized Educational Plan). This document details what steps schools need to take and what accommodations need to be made in order to best educate and prepare
Reading is the key that unlocks all learning and reading well is essential for progression through school. After all – how can your child even take tests without being able to read and comprehend the instructions? We understand it is difficult to watch your child struggle to learn and we
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 quick tips to help
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 previously capped these services at age 21. This frustrated may
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 of students who have not had this quality
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