School Years

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How Can Parents Prepare for an IEP Meeting? (Part 1)

Why should you prepare for IEP meetings? Feeling overwhelmed is normal. Expert Amanda Morin explains how to become proactive instead of reactive by getting organized, using efficient binder systems, and having key documents ready like rights information and team collaboration tools.

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Back to School for a Successful School Year Tip from a Teacher…

One thing that stops learning for students with special needs most…is insufficient teacher training on critical assistive technology tools. Parents must push during IEP meetings for staff development time—not just a quick, cursory test of apps or devices. This ensures proper implementation from day one and maximizes benefits over months in the classroom.

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Getting Your Child Motivated for This School Year

Ignite Your Child’s Intrinsictive Motivation Do you wonder how to keep your child energized about learning through the school year? It starts with tapping into their natural curiosity. Intrinsic motivation—doing things for its own sake—not rewards—is what creates lifelong learners. When kids discover something they find naturally fun, that’s intrinsic motivation working its magic.

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The Politics of Special Education: The Information You Need Right Now

Discover how the intricate world of special education rights works for your child’s future growth and development – perfect for parents navigating IEPs, understanding state-specific nuances, and fighting for equitable access to tailored learning resources through this comprehensive advocate guide.

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Summertime Family Fun

Unleash Your Inner Child This Summer: Simple Tips to Bond with Your Family Summer’s warm embrace calls us back to simpler joys. The season whispers promises of laughter-filled days where family bonds strengthen through play. Why wait?

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5 STEPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD MANAGE EMOTIONS

Teach Your Child Emotion Management in 5 Powerful Steps 1⃣ Recognize the Feeling Identify Feelings Help kids learn to spot emotions by watching movies together and talking about characters’ moods. Share your own feelings (“I felt anxious when…”) so they can practice labeling their own.

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Restraints in School: What Can You Do?

Why Parents Must Fight for Special Needs Children In Schools The moment a child is wrongfully treated by schools—or anyone—the fight begins. Our expert explores what parents can do when faced with traumatic school restraint procedures to protect their children’s rights and wellbeing.

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