Tools for Career Exploration
Tools for Career Exploration: Use Free Assessment Tests for Guiding Your Child The Occupational Information Network (O*NET), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, has a set of self-directed career...
Mar/Apr 2014
Physical Fitness and the IEP
The purpose of an IEP, by definition and design, is to incorporate a student-centered curriculum, or elements of a curriculum, that make sense for him or her.
Summer Camp Summer Fun
Summer Fun Summer camp should encourage the potential for new friendships, outdoor adventures, swimming, hiking, games and general fun. When you choose the right camp, it can provide all that...
Mommy’s Timeout: Buchart Gardens
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Picture yourself here amongst the beauty of spring at the Buchart Gardens. Experience nature. Take a couple of deep...
Trying New Foods
The most common statement that I often hear from parents, who are told that they should change their child’s diet, is that they are afraid their child will starve, because...
Body Safety be Aware: Some General Tips and Guidelines
Some general grooming techniques to be wary of: Be aware of any person who wishes to spend a great deal of time with your child, seeking out their company and...
IEP Tools at Your Fingertips
IEP Tools at your fingertips There is no question that getting ready for an IEP meeting can be a stressful and intimidating experience. The amount of information that parents must...
Infant Games Grows Brains
Infant Games One of the fascinating facts about brain development is that as far as the brain is concerned, we are all born premature. Even though we are born with...
Real Moms Share: Julie Jones Rolling on with a Positive Attitude!
Julie Jones is a mother and blogger who contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section. We asked her to give us an insight into herself, as well as into...
ASK Angie ASL – Communication Plan
Communication Plan VIDEO DEMONSTRATION: “IDEA 2004 Section 300.324 The IEP team must consider the communication needs of the child. In the case of a child who is deaf or hard...