For years, we've often heard kids, particularly those who are neurodivergent or have disabilities, described using terms like "high-functioning" or "low-functioning." While seemingly convenient labels, these categories can paint an incomplete and sometimes damaging picture of a kid's unique strengths and challenges. Thankfully, a more nuanced and, frankly, more respectful way of understanding our kids is gaining traction: focusing on individual support needs.

Think outside the box! Inclusion isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Don't hesitate to suggest creative ideas and advocate for practices that truly support your child's meaningful engagement.

As the current school year concludes, it's a great time to reflect on successes. Before fully embracing the summer break, take time to consider how to best support your neurodivergent kid in the upcoming academic year.

As the school year winds down, a new topic often comes up in IEP meetings: Extended School Year (ESY) services. You might be wondering, "What exactly is ESY, and is it something my child needs?"

Before you pack away the backpacks and celebrate the break, there's one important piece of business that deserves your attention: your kid's Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Is your child always losing things or forgetting assignments? These challenges often stem from executive functioning deficits.

While this recount is from 1985, this practice of insisting that EVERY child do EVERYTHING the SAME way is still happening! What was the

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Let's get creative when considering how to support kids that struggle with executive functioning, skills that help kids focus, make decision

Learning accommodations step in as the compass, guiding kids toward success, growth, and a sense of accomplishment. And remove barriers to

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Learning can look different for neurodivergent kids. Traditional methods might not always click, but that's okay.

Being a parent of a kid with autism or other disability can make the whole Individual Education Program (IEP) process feel pretty daunting.

Every kid should get what they need to be successful in school regardless of disability or neurodivergence.

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