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 […]

My 10 year old son has Tourettes/OCD.  His teachers do not understand his disability and what he is going through in class.  They have no idea about inner tics.  Their main concern is proper position of words on a page. They are not trained to effectively work with him or teach him. His IEP meeting […]