When Must Your Child Start Kindergarten? Can Parents Delay Kindergarten Start?
Parents sometimes feel pressured by school systems to enroll their children in kindergarten even if they feel that their child is not ready for it or if the child is…
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What NOT to Say to Your Child’s School
WHAT not to say is important, as is WHEN not to say anything to your child’s school. We’ve previously talked about when to get involved in school or special education…
Keeping Students Safe in School: Redirecting School Police Funding to Benefit Students by Supporting Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Needs
Keeping Students Safe in School: Redirecting School Police Funding to Benefit Students by Supporting Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Needs by Nicole Joseph with Alyssa Fieo for the Council of Parent Advocates and Attorneys, September…
Back to School with an IEP – What to Do Right Now
Back to school with an IEP? 8 Things parents need to know and do right now if their child has an IEP.
The difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan
What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan? Both are documents created to support students but IEPs and 504 plans are not the same.
I think my child needs special education. What should I do first?
Has observing distance learning made you wonder whether your child might need special education services? Don’t worry, we’re here to help you determine whether your child might be eligible for…
School Residency for Special Education and General Education Students
Where You Live Matters: Resolving Residency Issues for Special Education and other Students in Public Schools – Violating residency policies may cause your child to be removed from school and…
When to Get Involved at School
When to get involved, when to help your child self-advocate, and when to stay out of school situations.
Summer Camp for Every Kid!
Summer camp has extraordinary educational and personal growth value for children, “quirky” kids included. Camp Akeela, led by Debbie and Eric Sasson, offers these kids something special. https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/citizens-of-the-week-debbie-and-eric-sasson/