School Advocacy
Students with ADHD and learning disabilities may be entitled support and accommodations, but parents usually find that it’s up to them to secure their children’s educational rights. Learn how to become the best advocate for your child at school.
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School Advocacy
Advocating for Special Services at School
As a taxpayer, I can understand budget shortfalls. But as the mother of a child protected by IDEA, I ...
News Reports
Top Court Ruling Underscores the Rights of Students with Disabilities
In mid-March, the Supreme Court of the United States unanimously agreed that children with...
Guest Blogs
Advocating for My Child: One Mom’s Learning Curve
I learned a strategy for preparing for IEP meetings — and found out about several components of an...
School Advocacy
Parents Share their Advocacy Secrets
Read these inspirational stories of parents who got their kids the special help t...
Accommodations
Legal Rights & SAT Accommodations
"The College Board denied my daughter's request for accommodations on the SAT, even though she has a...
Understanding No Child Left Behind
"I suspect my son has ADHD and dyslexia, but our school district says he doesn't meet the criteria...
Parent-Teacher Cooperation
Getting the Most from Special-Ed Meetings
When meeting with the school about your child's ADHD or learning disabilities, keep discussions...
IEPs & 504 Plans
Heads Up for IEP Meetings
Special education meetings can be challenging for parents of ADHD and LD children. Know your legal...
IEPs & 504 Plans
Step 4: How to Request a Special Education Assessment
The classroom strategies the teacher implemented aren't working. Your child is still doing poorly. If...
IEPs & 504 Plans
How Much Does a Special Education Lawyer Cost?
"I need to find a special-education lawyer in my area to help my son get the accommodations he needs....
IEPs & 504 Plans
“What Does That Mean?” Glossary of Special Education Terms and Acronyms
Explaining the acronyms, abbreviations, and terms associated with special...
ADHD Videos
What to Tell a New Teacher About Your Child
Your child’s new teacher may be extraordinary, but she’s also unfamiliar with your child’s unique...
ADHD Videos
7 Conversations to Start the School Year
Last year’s academic and social challenges can cast a shadow of doubt and defeat over your child —...
Dear Teen Parenting Coach
Q: What Can We Do If Our Child’s Private School Won’t Follow His 504 Plan?
Accommodations for students with ADHD are only effective when both teachers and students commit to...
Guest Blogs
“Should Your Child Attend His IEP Meeting?”
It depends. There are pros and cons. This in-the-know parent’s guide will help you decide whether to...