The Wrightslaw Way

If only the teacher really knew my child… That’s where you, as your child’s “case manager,” jump in. If the teacher does not know your child – then what?  You need to get to know your child’s teacher. Pat Howey advises parents to: Meet with your child’s teacher(s) to discuss your child’s special needs. Give […]

We have a child who excels above her classmates and should be a grade/grade & a half above her peers.  The school is refusing to adjust her challenges. She is doing work she already knows how to do, finishes before others, aces all her tests. She is 7 and reads at a 10 year old […]

My school is a Title 1 school under No Child Left Behind and did not make AYP (adequate yearly progress). The school says that we only have one school within the district, therefore no change of schools is required. Why don’t I have the choice to go to another school? Where can I look for […]