The ADD/ADHD Child & School – Not Always a Good Match
Children with AD/HD are often very bright but may not be able to thrive in school because their learning environment may negatively impact their success in school.
Children with AD/HD are often very bright but may not be able to thrive in school because their learning environment may negatively impact their success in school.
August 09, 2017 by Counseling@NYU Staff Strategies for ADHD: How Counselors Help Today’s Students Succeed More than 6 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as of 2011, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention External link . It’s a complicated disorder with a long history. In … Read more
If you have not done so lately, it is time to make another appointment with your child’s school to check up on your child’s progress.
Suggestions for communicating with your child’s teachers and school administrators to ensure that your child gets the most out of his or her educational experience.
Through this guide the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is defined, and thoroughly explains how the IEP is developed and implemented in New York State.
by Peter W. D. Wright, Esq. and Pamela Darr Wright, M.A., M.S.W. “If something exists, it exists in some amount. If it exists in some amount, then it is capable of being measured.” – Rene Descartes, Principles of Philosophy, 1644  Introduction Most parents of special needs children know that they must understand the law and … Read more
Information on the 504 Plans based on parents, professionals, and educators feedback.
Learn your Constitutional Rights for a good education in New York State.
Managing ADHD at School
Four steps in improving discussions with your child’s teacher about his or her ADHD disorder and progress in school.