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How to Meet with Teachers About Your Child’s 504 and IEP
Something’s off. The school year is underway, you’ve submitted all your forms, you’ve talked with the teachers…
What to Look for in a New School for Kids with ADHD
You’ve made the decision to move your child with ADHD to a different school! Now what?! How…
How to Leave When it’s Time to Change Schools
When our kids were younger, we made the decision to enroll them in a parochial school rather…
Be Your Child and Teen’s Scribe
Writing is one of the most complex tasks we ask kids to do. It involves almost every…
Getting Ready for School-Based Meetings
As a parent, when you are prepared for school meetings it helps reduce anxiety, allowing you to…
Get The Most Out of Your IEP Meeting
I have a friend who is new to the whole special education process. Her daughter is turning…
The 3 Legged Stool of Success for ADHD Kids Part 2: Self-Advocacy
We are honored and privileged to have Dr. Jerome Schultz as a Guest Expert, and are thrilled…
Prepare for 504 or IEP Meetings with a Lawyer’s 4 Best Tips
Navigating the world of disabilities and education can be confusing. To ensure that parents are well prepared…
Selecting a College for your Child with ADHD
ADHD does not have to be a barrier to college success, but finding the right fit for…
Getting a 504 for ADHD: One Mom’s Success Story
Two Attempts at Clearing the 504 Hurdle By Carolyn McGown The school year was picking up speed…
Dyslexia and ADHD: Identifying, Understanding and Treating Reading Disorders in Children
Studies show that approximately 50-60% of people with ADHD also have a learning disability. The most common…