Special Education Knowledge: Section 504 and IEP Plans
Special Education MYTH MYTH BUSTED! Protections under Section 504 of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) apply to students with IEPs. When Do 504 Rights Apply To An IEP Student? ALWAYS! The anti-discrimination rules of 504 law always apply, and to anyone with a disability that significantly impacts their daily life. Public schools and other […]
The Best Summer Ever For Your Child With Special Needs!
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Special Education: Transition Into The Workforce With Better IEP Goals
Transition From High School Into Adulthood As your child progresses through high school, the IEP team must begin to discuss preparation for post-graduation endeavors. Transition From High School I have previously discussed the importance of transition plans when your child changes grades/schools. It is just as important that their IEP include goals and plans for […]
Auditory Processing Disorder: How To Adapt In The Classroom
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Special Education: The Need For Inclusive Physical Education
Inclusive School Physical Education All students, regardless of ability, should get the recommended 60 minutes or more of daily physical activity. Schools can help all students meet this recommendation by providing equal opportunities for students with disabilities. Inclusion in Physical Education Class Inclusion at school means that regardless of ability or disability, a student has […]
What Can ADHD Look Like in a Classroom Setting?
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Tips For Parents In The World Of Special Education
/*! elementor – v3.11.5 – 14-03-2023 */ .elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-content{width:100%}@media (min-width:768px){.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-left .elementor-image-box-wrapper,.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-right .elementor-image-box-wrapper{display:flex}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-right .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:right;flex-direction:row-reverse}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-left .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:left;flex-direction:row}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-position-top .elementor-image-box-img{margin:auto}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-top .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:flex-start}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-middle .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-image-box.elementor-vertical-align-bottom .elementor-image-box-wrapper{align-items:flex-end}}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-img{margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-bottom:15px}}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-img{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-title a{color:inherit}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-wrapper{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image-box .elementor-image-box-description{margin:0} Tips For Parents I have learned so much from parents and their children over my years in special education. Some of what I have picked up involves the student’s outside-of-school […]
Reading Disabilities In The World Of Special Education
Disability in Reading A student with a disability in Reading might find challenges with reading comprehension, reading fluency, or both. A reading disability can fall under the category of “Specific Learning Disability” as defined in IDEA Section 1401 (30). Reading Comprehension Reading comprehension is understanding the meaning behind what is read. If a student struggles with […]
Access To The Curriculum: A Special Education Definition
Access To The Curriculum What does access to the curriculum really mean and what does it look like in practical application? Access To The Curriculum The phrase Access To The Curriculum has a slightly deeper meaning when applied in special education. In simple terms it means putting tools or services in place to support a […]
Challenges in High School Transition for Students with Special Needs
The transition to high school can be challenging for any student. But for a student with special needs, the challenges is magnified. It is important that the change is managed, and that new or changing needs are met.