Decoding Dyslexia – Let’s Take it Viral!
I have a child with dyslexia – can you help me? The school doesn’t recognize dyslexia what can I do? Why can’t my child read – does she have dyslexia? Continue Reading →
Author Archives: Wrightslaw
Do You Work or Reside in the State of New York?
This one-day Wrightslaw Special Education Workshop on October 18, 2013 is designed to meet the needs of parents and professionals serving children and teens with disabilities. The program is specific Continue Reading →
School Psychologist Says There is No Educational Diagnosis of Autism
We appreciate our online community taking the time to ask questions and share advice, suggestions, and experiences with others on the Community HELPLINE. Thank you for being part of the Continue Reading →
Cardiologist Says “No PE.” Principal Disagrees. What Can I Do?
My son has pulmonary hypertension. His cardiologist ordered no physical activity. The doctor said he must be excused from PE because of the strain it puts on his heart. The Continue Reading →
Male Parapros for Female Students – A Good Idea?
The school assigned a male parapro to my daughter with mild mental disabilities. I’m concerned about her safety and modesty. We are not comfortable with this. What can we do Continue Reading →
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Wrightslaw Back to School Sale. Take advantage of 25% off and FREE Shipping and order Wrightslaw Books and Training CD Rom’s today. Free Shipping with a $50 or more purchase! Continue Reading →
Paper Trails: Your Word Against Theirs – Not a Good Position!
A parent writes, The IEP has been ongoing for a year now. There have been endless problems: – IEP is still unsigned – procedural errors by the team – no Continue Reading →
Can We Bring My Daughter’s AT Device Home?
My daughter has assistive technology written into her IEP. I requested to borrow the mobile stander she uses school, for trial at home. The PT claims the school cannot loan Continue Reading →
Plan Your Next Wrightslaw Conference with the Fall Foliage in CT!
New Information – Live Feed Registration Option Now Available! $99 -Includes morning coffee and books. No breakfast or lunch served. Details are available here! Did you know the peak color Continue Reading →
10 Things Sped Advocates Should NEVER Do at an IEP Meeting
1. Asking the music therapist to include IEP goals that include Karaoke songs from the last Kenny G album – or role modeling from the Dolly Parton does the best Continue Reading →
