Strategies to Handle Anxiety with Your Child During the Summer
Do you see an increase in anxiety during the summer? Are you exhausted from trying to convince him or her that everyday tasks are not the enemy? If you’re tired…
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What is Universal Design for Learning?
By Lisa Carey, M.A., CILSE Education Consultant, and Amanda Hughes, M.Ed., 2016-2017 CILSE Fellow June 7, 2016 The Higher Education Opportunity Act (2008) defines Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as…
Six Tips to Make Sure Your Child Does not Get Lost in the Classroom
by Ilana Danneman It’s become quite challenging to navigate our educational system. Between specialized testing, core curriculum objectives, increased diagnosis for kids with autism and SPD and the flurry of information…
Want to Find a Great Preschool? Ask These 5 Expert Questions
Cynthia Terebush, CPC, CYPFC If you have a toddler at home, you may wonder how to begin selecting a preschool that’s a good match for her. What should you look…
Top Ten Parental Rights in Special Education
By Dennise Goldberg Special Education Advisor Blog Top Ten 10. Parents have the right to request that their child be assessed for Special Education without delay.
Teaching Self-Calming Skills
By Jessica Minahan, M.Ed, BCBA “You need to calm down.” This is something I hear a lot in my work as a behavior specialist when a student starts to get…
Navigating the Special Education System
An Organization for Autism Research Guide Life Journey through Autism: Navigating the Special Education System is designed as a resource for parents.
13 Ways a Parent Teacher Association Can Help a Student with Special Needs
Excerpt from Friendship Circle If you think the PTA can’t or won’t help your special education student, you are wrong.
10 Ways to Be an Effective Advocate for Your Child
As a parent, you are your child’s best education advocate—until he’s old enough and informed enough to speak up for himself. You know your child’s strengths and challenges, and you…
Back to School Preparation Tips
Summertime is almost over, and it’s time to think about gearing up for school. This can be a welcome thought or a scary one! Even scarier if your child is…
