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QUICK GUIDE to CRITICAL SCHOOL STAFF and GETTING THE “BEST” PROGRAM Parents of children with a disability have been handed both a challenge and an...
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As special needs attorneys, we know that every parent or guardian wants to be an effective, confident advocate at their child’s first Individualized Education...
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MARCH IS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH This annual event is celebrated to raise our personal and collective awareness about the inclusion of...
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December Celebrates National Special Education Day December marks the anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which was signed...
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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...
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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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