It’s Not Rocket Science: The Art of Planning Good Meetings between Home and School Teams
You may think I am nuts, but, it’s true. Parents, me included, make it harder than it has to be. I am talking about home and school team meetings. We...
Advocating
The Sensational Musical Magic of Paul McCartney
When my oldest daughter, Jaimie, was very young, her sensory sensitivities were so severe that she wasn’t able to function in most social settings. Her tactile system was most affected...
Real Moms Share: Amy Richardson Shares about “Homeschooling”
Amy Richardson contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section of the magazine. We asked her to give us an insight into herself, as well as into her life caring...
Angels on Stage
Angels on Stage Perception, Not Perfection The excitement at the rehearsal studio each Saturday morning is palpable. As each of the actors and actresses enter the room, they high-five their...
Avoiding Unmatched Expectations
The demise of any relationship is the result of unmatched expectations. The same is true for parent – school relationships. Too often I talk to parents of children with special...
Hopes & Dreams Where Are ALL the Children?
Hopes & Dreams When my son, Christian, was born, I was taught very quickly about discrimination, segregation, separate programs and isolation away from his non-disabled peers. I have never understood...
Cheering Your Child on to Success – How to Prepare for an IEP
Cheering Your Child on to Success – How to Prepare for an IEP I am a fan of public education; I wave my pennant because I am proud to be...
Advocating for Your Child
Good special education services are intensive and expensive. Resources are limited. If you have a child with special needs, you may wind up battling the school district for the services your child needs. To prevail, you need information, skills, and
Advocating for Your Child
When some parents see their child’s school, they are taken back to their best childhood memories. Many are reminded
