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Why and How 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…
Why Families of Color May Feel Uncomfortable Communicating With Teachers

Educator Afrika Afeni Mills shares three reasons Black parents and families of color may not feel co…
Perspectives: How to Make Sure Black and Brown Families Are Heard by the School

Experts talk about biases Black and brown families face when communicating with the school and share…
Distance Learning: Start Strong With These Back-to-School Resources for Families and Educators

For many students, going back to school this year means going back to remote learning. Start strong …
Reopening Schools: Health and Safety Challenges for Kids Who Learn and Think Differently

Wearing a mask in class? Social distancing? As schools reopen, get health and safety tips for kids w…
Download: Back-to-School Update for Families to Give to Teachers

Use this back-to-school update to tell teachers how your child has done during the pandemic. Downloa…
5 Topics to Go Over With Teachers Early in the School Year

Talking with your child’s teacher at the start of the school year sets the stage for good communicat…
Supporting Kids’ Mental Health as They Go Back to School

Back-to-school 2020: The COVID pandemic is adding to school stress. Get resources to support student…
8 Steps to Take If Your Child Is Facing Disciplinary Action

Is your child facing suspension or expulsion? Find out what steps parents can take when children wit…
How Often Should I Contact My Child’s Teacher?

Communicating with teachers: How much is too much? An elementary teacher shares her guidelines for s…
Classroom Accommodations for Students Who Learn and Think Differently

Classroom accommodations can help students who learn and think differently thrive in school. Learn a…
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…
Handwashing Challenges: Tips to Help Kids at School

Washing hands: Lots of kids struggle with it for different reasons. Get tips to help students with h…
Trouble Wearing Masks: Tips to Help Kids at School

Wearing masks can be especially hard for kids who learn and think differently. Learn why, and get ti…
Social Distancing Challenges: Tips to Help Kids at School

Kids who learn and think differently may have trouble staying 6 feet apart at school. Get tips to he…
10 Multisensory Techniques for Teaching Math

Multisensory teaching techniques, like using manipulatives, can be a big help for struggling math st…
5 Topics to Go Over With Teachers Early in the School Year

Talking with your child’s teacher at the start of the school year sets the stage for good communicat…
Accommodations for Common Core Tests

Find out what accommodations are available during Common Core State Standards testing for students w…
7 Tips for Talking to Your Child’s Teacher About ADHD

It's easier for teachers to help your child if they know how ADHD affects him. Here are seven tips f…
Lindamood–Bell Program: What You Need to Know

Learn about teaching strategies for your child with a reading disability. See if the Lindamood-Bell …
The Classroom Teacher Acts Like She’s Not Responsible for My Child. What Can I Do?

Learn about what you can do if the general education teacher is ignoring your child with an IEP. Rea…
How Often Should I Contact My Child’s Teacher?

Communicating with teachers: How much is too much? An elementary teacher shares her guidelines for s…
Can I Ask for a Specific Teacher for My Child?

Learn how to request a specific teacher for your child with learning and attention issues. Find out …