What is Think College? Do You Know?
Planning for your child’s future can feel daunting when you want the very best. Explore Think College initiatives to see new paths. Join the Think College movement for a brighter, inclusive tomorrow.
Schools
Let’s Talk: Peer Buddy Programs
Feeling isolated at school is hard for any child. School-based friendship programs advantages include building true connection. Try setting up a simple lunch date to help inclusive peer support initiatives flourish today.
What You Need to Know If You Unenroll Your Child From Public School, Private Schools, Home Education & IEPs
Unenrolling Your Child From School: Understanding the Rights and Options Many parents find themselves navigating homeschooling after an unenrollment, especially when dealing with a child’s special needs. Knowing your legal rights and exploring educational alternatives are crucial steps.
Parent’s Perspective: Lindy Lee
Choosing Between Public and Private: A Family’s Perspective Our story is the Lee family—a diverse intercultural group of two amazing children who live with Autism and Anxiety in the heart of Michigan.
Parent’s Perspective: Schyla Crown
Our journey through different educational paths has been tough but enlightening. Switching from a struggling public kinder/grade school experience to a supportive charter program showed us the difference consistency, attention, and tailored learning can make for her progress and happiness.
How Positive Behavior Support Can Work In A School Setting
Family, School & PBS: Boosting Child Behavior Together Discover how family-school collaboration in Positive Behavior Support transforms schools by integrating behavioral science with a focus on enriching lives. Learn the essential elements of this approach and how objective data-driven strategies improve outcomes across home and school settings.
Public School vs. Private School: The Pros and Cons
Navigating the education maze with kids who need special attention? We’ve got your back! Dive into this eye-opening peek at public and private school options—without breaking the bank. Ready for some parenting wisdom that fits your family’s rhythm? Stick around; we’re sharing secrets to make learning awesome—even if it’s not the usual track!
Transitions Your Child Will Need to Handle
Helping children with special needs navigate transitions smoothly can be daunting. This post explores practical strategies for easing major shifts like moving from home to school or switching between activities at school. Discover how simple tools and routines can reduce anxiety and build confidence in daily transitions.
Homework Concern: What To Do When Students DON’T Do It
Why Homework Fails: The Student Perspective It’s easy for teachers to feel frustrated with students who check homework off as a tedious chore, but before we judge their apathy or laziness, perhaps it’s worth asking them directly.
13 Ways a (PTA) Can Help a Student with Special Needs
PTA empowers communities to advocate for every child’s success by leveraging the collective strength of parents and educators. Through fundraising events like carnivals and book fairs, they fund programs that enrich student learning – from academic support to exciting extracurriculars.