First, there are many situations where a student may qualify for either an IEP or a Section 504 plan. The decision as to which should be used should be made on an individualized basis.

That can make a big difference, especially with older students. One thing we run into is we often give students way too much technology at first, and that can become overwhelming for them.

Under the federal law, IDEA, such a student must be evaluated with test instruments that are in his/her primary language.

Students learn more effectively when they have familiarity with the content they are about to learn.

The best time to intervene is when you find that your child has a problem. You have done just that.

ADHD is a neurological disorder present at birth. Thus, the history of hyperactivity, inattention, or impulsivity has been noted since at least age seven.

There is a category within IDEA for Traumatic Brain Injury; however, students with your daughter’s history are usually identified based on how the prenatal trauma impacts on their ability to

There are so many well-meaning and probably well-trained individuals who what to help our kids.

If your child requires an accommodation of no penalty for late work due to his disability, this must be provided regardless of which parent he is living with.

You report academic problems for your child that are apparently based on your child’s ADHD.