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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…

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Brain Breaks!

Have you ever been in a situation where your kid took 3 hours to do 10 minutes…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Why Your Child Doesn’t Care About School and How You Can Help

Restarting school – after any break, short or long – can leave you with a pit in…

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When Your Child Really Doesn’t Care About School

Sometimes it feels like our kids and teens really don’t care about school. Even when they’re really…

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What is a “Good Education?”

Growing up, my parents told me “You need a good education if you want to get a…

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Educational Coaching

Educational Coaching: What Is It And How Is It Different?

Across the world today, students are seen as active participants in their education and academic development. No…

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Get More College Scholarships & Aid Without Reducing Choices

With today’s out-of-control college costs, parents are looking for ways to pay for college education without exhausting…

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What IS Free & Appropriate Public Education For Your Child?

Have you ever heard the acronym “FAPE”? It stands for “Free and Appropriate Public Education.” If you’re…

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