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Summertime: A Perfect Storm of Challenges
For parents of children with special needs, the summer months bring an end to the predictable routine of school. Parents are left to piece together all the...
Understanding the Stormy Educational Seas of 2025: A Primer
In the early months of 2025, uncertainty and turmoil over the changes in education have placed school districts and parents in a state of anxiety. This is...
Tech Tools For Your Child with Special Needs: Available Accommodations in NJ Schools That Can Transform Learning
As a parent navigating New Jersey's special education system, you're already a fierce advocate for your child. But in the complex world of IEPs and 504 plans,...
MARCH IS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH
MARCH IS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH This annual event is celebrated to raise our personal and collective awareness about the inclusion of...
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Your Special Needs Student!
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Your Special Needs Student! February brings thoughts of celebrating our loved ones. If you have a student with special needs,...
RETURNING TO SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS 2024
PLANNING FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2024 RETURNING TO SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS 2024 Returning to school after the holiday break can be wrenching. Students look forward to the...
December Celebrates National Special Education Day
December Celebrates National Special Education Day December marks the anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which was signed...
STRESS—WHAT’S IT DOING TO YOUR CHILD & HOW TO DEAL WITH IT
STRESS—WHAT’S IT DOING TO YOUR CHILD & HOW TO DEAL WITH IT Students today are under more stress than ever. The statistics are compelling and it’s up to us...
PROTECTING YOUR KIDS ONLINE
PROTECTING YOUR KIDS ONLINE How are children harmed on social media? Everyone’s on social media these days, including elementary school...
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HEART: A Valentine’s Day Guide for Parents of Children with Special Needs
On Valentine's Day, offer your child your HEART. No, I’m not talking about those funny candy hearts, nor do I refer to a store-bought card. No, your HEART is something far more valuable. It’s you, your presence, your understanding, and your unwavering commitment to...
The Working Families Tax Cut Act: What’s in Your Wallet?
How much could the Working Families Tax Cut Act of 2025 save you? Last month we introduced the legislation and Trump Accounts for Newborns. This month, we're cutting through the complexity to show you the specific provisions that could lower your tax bill. Here’s a...
Estate Planning for Blended Families in New Jersey
When you think about securing the future of your loved ones, estate planning should immediately come to mind. Having the right estate documents written correctly and strategically, and regularly updating them, is the best way to make sure your family has stable...
From Concern to Action: Tracking Your Child’s Educational Progress in 2026
The holidays are over. Decorations are put away. New Year’s resolutions are already fading, and the cold reality of winter has set in. For students with specials needs, that cold reality may begin with post-holiday regression upon their return to school. After the...
Trump Accounts Explained: The New Retirement Savings Program for Children Born 2025-2028
A new type of investment account for Americans under the age of 18 has been created and will be available this year. The Working Families Tax Cut Act of 2025 (WFTCA), also known as the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), is the new law creating these accounts....