Special education
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Have You Planned an Informal “Meet the Teacher” Yet?
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The school year is approaching fast. The school staff has returned to work after a long summer’s nap. Be proactive This is a good time to contact your student’s case manager or resource teacher and ask for an informal introductory…
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For Special Education, Be Sure to Add “Red-Tape” to the Supply List
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Whether your child is entering Kindergarten, moving to a new high school, starting college, or transitioning to a group home, be sure to build in enough time and consider the bureaucracies’ “red tape.” It is inevitable that during your students’…
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When Community Colleges Are a Good Investment for Special Needs Teens
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It is no secret that parents of special education teenagers want the very best for them. Most likely this includes college and the American dream. In order to get to that level though, many students need some type of certification…
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5 Things to Ask On the College Tour
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Touring colleges with your special education student? If so, here are a few things to think about on the tour–even though there will be so much more to think about after. Remember to set up a quick appointment with a…
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Special Education Is Different but It Doesn’t Have to Be
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Special education can be so complicated at times. Our students need support, but our students also need postive peer relationships. This can be challenging when our students feel like they might be a step away from their classmates. Parents who…