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Everything You Need to Know About the Special Ed Process in New York

November 19, 2009

A Guide to Special Education in New York State.

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How to Have Better Teacher Meetings

November 8, 2009

Winter Check-Up for Students with ADHD: Better Teacher Meetings Adapted from an ADDitude Magazine Article If you have not done so lately, it’s time to make another appointment with the teacher of your child with attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD). Don’t wait for a parent/teacher conference; not only are they infrequent, but the teacher’s attention [...]

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Finding the Right School for Your Child With ADHD

November 3, 2009

Essential questions for parents who are choosing the right learning environment for a child with ADHD or learning disabilities. by Nicole Sprinkle/ADDitude Magazine It’s virtually impossible to know if your child will do better in a regular classroom or a special-needs class until he’s tried both. If your child has been diagnosed with attention deficit [...]

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Education Laws and Regulations

October 30, 2009

American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009: IDEA Recovery Funds for Services to Children & Youth with Disabilities Fact sheet from the U.S. Department of Education on the ARRA and new funding for programs under Parts B and C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information Line [...]

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How to Make the School System Work for Your Child by Harold R. Meyer

October 30, 2009

Hear this audio presentation to learn how to make the school system work for you child

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What Should You Consider Success in School

October 29, 2009

Many children with AD/HD are very bright.  Many parents of children with AD/HD are extremely frustrated (and worried) by the child’s school performance. Many adults with AD/HD, even if successful, feel less than capable due to poor grades when in school. So we ask, what should be considered success in school?  There are four issues [...]

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School Check-In

October 28, 2009

If you have not done so lately, it is time to make another appointment with your child’s school. Don’t wait for Parent/Teacher Conference days; not only are they infrequent, but the teacher’s attention is split between parents. Have a specific, but brief, agenda. Check on how your child is doing, in terms of behavior, interest and [...]

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Classroom and Education Management

October 16, 2009

Management of children with ADHD is critical; it means providing the right structure, environment, behavior modifications and, in the classroom, appropriate teaching strategies. Without these, the child with ADD is truly learning disabled, in that he or she is not available for learning. Good classroom management helps engage the student, so he becomes more involved [...]

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How to Advocate in the Educational System

October 14, 2009

Educate Yourself Read books on ADHD. There are also excellent videos and audiotapes available.  Attend conferences, teleconferences and webinars. Learn how to help your child. Take courses on parenting the child with ADHD, so that you understand your child’s special needs – and what can be done to help him or her excel,  both at [...]

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The ADD/ADHD Child & School – Not Always a Good Match

October 14, 2009

Children, adolescents, and teens with ADHD usually need special help to thrive in an academic setting. While their intelligence may be high (which it often is), and their capabilities strong, they face many challenges that can negatively impact their success in school. Struggles with schoolwork, and the demands of the school environment, can adversely affect [...]

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