App Tools for Back to School Success
App Tools for Back to School Success As the school year gets under way, parents of children with special needs are overwhelmed with information, IEP goals, and transition challenges. Here...
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Letting Go – Allowing Your Child to Be Independent – Accepting That They May Fail:
You pray, plan, and hope that your child can become independent. However, why is it so hard, when they want to claim it? My husband called me aside and in...
Do You Know the Difference Between “Transition Service Needs” and “Needed Transition Services”?
Do you know the difference between “transition service needs” and “needed transition services”? Do you know the legal requirements in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for Transition to...
Did You Know? Each State Has a Parent Training and Information Center?
Did You Know? That Each State Has a Parent Training and Information Center and Has Local Training on Transition to Adulthood? Find Your Parent Center Families with a child who...
Planning for Your Special Child’s Future: It’s Never “Too Early” to Start!
Planning for your Special Child’s Future: It’s never “too early” to start! As administrators of two transition programs, we are often asked by parents “How can I best help my...
Adjusting to School Tips
Adjusting to School Question: How can I help my special needs child adjust to school? Answer: The change from a relaxed summer schedule to a more rigid school schedule can...
Meaningful Summer Experiences to Aid Transition
Skills children learn at a variety of summer programs can be instrumental in preparing for transition to
Did You Know About “Ian’s Shoe Lace Site”?
Ian’s Shoe lace Site This site is devoted to shoelace tying. Many parents have struggled to teach their children how to tie their shoelaces. This site provides comprehensive, technical diagrams...
A Smooth Transition: Techniques to Shift from Summertime to the School Year
Smooth Transition With summer ending and a new school year starting, your child may have new teachers, new friends and even new activities. Want to help your child with the...
Doug’s 3-Point Back-To-School Guide for Parents
Back-To-School Guide for Parents It’s that time of year again where both children and parents experience a myriad of emotions. Going back-to-school can be both stressful and exciting. Therefore, it...
