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• Why It’s Important to Partner With Your Child’s Teacher

  If your child has trouble in school, a good relationship with your child's teacher is key. Learn how…

• State Academic Standards: What You Need to Know

  Learn about state standards. Find out who sets state academic standards, how they differ from curric…

• Social Thinking: What You Need to Know

  Social Thinking is a teaching framework for kids who struggle with social skills issues. Learn about…

• Conversation Starters to Use With Your Child’s Teachers

  Use these conversation starters to talk to teachers about how your child is doing in school, teachin…

• Private Evaluations: What You Need to Know

  Are you considering a private evaluation for learning and attention issues? Here's how independent e…

• 9 Steps to Take If Your Request for Evaluation Is Denied

  What can you do if the school denies your request to have your child evaluated for special education…

• Private vs. School Evaluations: Pros and Cons

  What's the difference between having your child privately evaluated or to have the school do the tes…

• 3 Things to Say When Your Child Worries About Getting Help at School

  Your child needs extra help and support at school, but is afraid of getting teased or labeled. What …

• Special Education and the Coronavirus: Legal FAQs About IEPs

  How does the coronavirus impact students with IEPs? Get answers to legal questions about FMLA, remot…

• What Is a 504 Plan?

  What is a 504 plan? Get a definition of 504 plans and learn about Section 504 services for students …

• The Difference Between IEPs and 504 Plans

  Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans are similar but different. See how they compa…

• Download: FAPE at a Glance

  FAPE stands for free and appropriate public education. Students with disabilities have a legal right…

• Special Education and the Coronavirus: Legal FAQs About IEPs

  How does the coronavirus impact students with IEPs? Get answers to legal questions about FMLA, remot…

• IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA: Which Laws Do What

  Three federal laws protect the rights of people with disabilities: IDEA, Section 504, and ADA. But …

• What Is and Isn’t Covered Under FAPE

  Find out what FAPE requires schools to do (and what it doesn't require schools to do) for kids who q…

• IDEA Fact Sheet

  Get basic information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in this one-page …

• All About Private Schools and Kids Who Learn and Think Differently

  Considering private school for your child who learns and thinks differently? Get information about s…

• How Can I Tell If My Child Is Emotionally Ready to Go Away to College?

  Find out if your child is emotionally ready to go away to college. Learn which coping skills are par…

• The Difference Between a High School Diploma and a High School Certificate

  What's the difference between a high school diploma and high school certificate, sometimes called a …

• The School Says My Child Needs to Repeat Third Grade. What Can I Do?

  Is repeating third grade right for your child? Find out what the alternatives are to holding your ch…

• 8 Surprising Ways to Boost Your Child’s Confidence Before a Test

  Help your child reduce test anxiety with these unexpected confidence boosters. Learn ways to improve…

• Why Some Kids Have Trouble Following Directions

  Do you wonder why your child doesn't listen or follow directions? It might not be about disrespect, …

• 10 Tips to Help Your Child Follow Directions

  Lot of kids who learn and think differently have trouble following directions. Try these 10 tips to …

• Video: How to Build Early Reading Skills in Your Preschooler

  Watch this video for tips on giving your preschooler a head start on reading. These pointers could h…

• FAQs About Tutoring for Kids Who Learn and Think Differently

  Are you looking for a tutor for your child who learns and thinks differently? Explore answers to fre…

• Questions to Ask When Hiring a Tutor

  How to find a tutor to work with kids who learn and think differently? Start with this list of 21 qu…

• Tutoring Options: Pros and Cons

  Does your child need a tutor? There are different kinds of tutors. Here's a quick look at the pros a…

• 19 Questions to Ask About Afterschool Programs

  Afterschool programs can be educational and engaging. Ask these questions to see if an afterschool p…

• Checklist: What to Consider When Looking at Assistive Technology

  How do you know if an assistive technology (AT) device is right for your child? From portability to …

• Text-to-Speech Technology: What It Is and How It Works

  Text-to-speech (TTS) technology is an assistive technology that reads aloud digital text. Learn how …

• Assistive Technology That’s Built Into Mobile Devices

  Mobile devices like iPhones and Android phones have built-in accessibility features that can help wi…

• Who Pays for Assistive Technology? Parents or Schools?

  If your child qualifies for assistive technology (AT), who pays for it? You, the parent, or your chi…