When a Child Walks Away From School: Why Every School Needs an Elopement Plan
A five-year-old autistic child walked away from his elementary school in Charlotte, North Carolina, earlier this month. His...
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What Happens Behind the Classroom Door? The Case for Cameras in Special Education
Every morning, parents across Florida send their children with disabilities to school and trust that the adults caring for...
Start the School Year with Confidence!
The first week of school sets the tone for the entire year. For students with disabilities, it is more than learning...
Choosing the Right Special Education Advocate: What Every Parent Should Know
When your child has a disability, the school system can feel overwhelming. Between evaluations, IEP meetings,...
Summer Safety Starts with Water Safety
It's hard to believe that it's June! Summer is here, and for many families that means pool parties, beach trips, vacations,...
How to Track Your Child’s Progress from Home
Did you know that your school is responsible for providing your child with what they need to make educational progress?...
YOUR CHILD’S CLASSROOM SCHEDULE SAYS A LOT!
Most parents don’t understand what a child’s classroom (or school) schedule can tell them. Have you ever asked to see...
CHANGE WON’T COME ON ITS OWN
This week’s email is a bit of a Call to Action. When my son was young, I truly had no idea about how much politics played...