Unpack This Beach Bag of Ideas for Summer Learning
Heading off to camp, writing pen pals, and listening to a few good books are all great summer activities. Browse our virtual beach bag of ideas specifically geared for students with learning disabilities. You'll find materials to download and print, expert advice on communicating your child's needs to summer camp staff, book suggestions, and much more!What's New
Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp for Your Child with LD
Camp size, activity offerings, location, staff, and camp policies all work together to create a summer camp's atmosphere. If you're a parent of a child with LD, it is worth taking a close look at this article. It's written by someone with valuable insider knowledge — a summer camp owner who is the parent of a child with LD!
Crickets, Books, and Bach: Develop a Summer Listening Program
Listening to books is an entirely different experience than reading. Because audiobooks can be comprehended at a higher level than a child's reading level, new types of books and authors become accessible. Read this article to find helpful tips on designing a summer audiobook plan for your listener!
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Expert Advice: Can a School Deny an IEP Because of Academic Success?
Question: We had our 13-year-old daughter re-evaluated privately. Then I went to the eighth grade counselor to discuss what the IEP process would be like. The counselor stated that my daughter may qualify for 504 but not an IEP because her grades are good. Can a school deny an IEP because of academic success?
Answer: Schools are required to consider but are not obligated to follow the findings and recommendations of outside evaluators, so your private report is helpful but does not automatically entitle your daughter to eligibility…
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Today's First Person Essay
The Story of My Son by Maureen Penton
I just watched my son leave for work. It wasn’t very long ago that I was sure he would never have a driver’s license, would never have his own car, would never be the responsible young man he has become.
