What makes a great parent?
Students and their ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµs benefit from supportive parents. Here are 10 ways to support your child and the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ.
Let your legislators hear from you
Let your elected officials know where you stand on the issues that affect ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµs and your child's education.
Resources for adults with learning disabilities & ADHD
Learning disabilities and AD/HD are usually lifelong conditions. This list of resources is geared toward adults living with those challenges.
Research trends: Is there a link between LD and juvenile delinquency?
Will having a learning disability lead your child to a life of delinquency? An expert summarizes what the research says - and the news is good!
Individualizing a grading system for a student with an IEP
Get advice on working with your child's IEP team to develop an equitable approach to grading.
Mom turned advocate still honors her roots
Candace Cortiella, a national advocate for kids with learning disabilities, explains how raising her daughter inspired her career goals.
Create a parenting network and discover the benefits
Find support and fellow advocates by creating a parenting network.
Specialists in the field of learning and attention problems
If your child has a learning disability, you'll want to become familiar with the various types of professionals who may be involved in your child's education and an explanation of the services they provide.
Collaborating with other adults to address your child's learning difficulties
Your child will benefit when you build positive partnerships with her teachers and other professionals.
Partnering with the teacher when your child has ADHD
Expert strategies for working with your child's teacher on an effective classroom plan.
Parent gets writing workshop started at elementary ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ
Getting Involved: Karen Wiederholt started an after¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ writing workshop for kids who need extra help.
5 steps to influencing the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ board
It may be time to go to a ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ board meeting. Here's how to work with your local ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ board — the people who can make or break your child’s education.
Mom's perseverance helps young man overcome LD
A grrateful Jacob Landers tells how his mother's support and advocacy on his behalf led him out of struggles with ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ and substance abuse.
What every parent needs to know about their ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ board
With all the attention focused on ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ boards, do you know what your ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ board actually does? Learn what to look for and questions to ask.
Advocating for your pre¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ child
Help your child succeed in learning through early intervention.
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