by Dan DeMarle | Aug 31, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Special Education
“The U.S. Supreme Court is being asked to take up a case centering on whether parents have the right to record meetings with their child’s school district about special education services. Click this link to read the story.
by Dan DeMarle | Jul 2, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Special Education
I recall attending a school 504 meeting, as a single parent of a child with inattentive ADHD, where a panel of teachers, counselors, and administrators all sat across from me. I had a sinking sense that I was being judged for my child’s behavior and struggles. I felt...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 22, 2024 | Autism, Autism Research, Classroom, Parents/Guardians, Social Stories/Social Skills
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by Dan DeMarle | Jun 22, 2024 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Discipline/Suspensions, Other Health Impairment, Parents/Guardians
“Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While every child is unique, those with ADHD face distinct challenges that can...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 7, 2024 | Classroom, Parents/Guardians, Reading, Reading, Summer Camp, Teaching
ADDitude readers share their kids’ favorite books and characters highlighting and celebrating brain differences. From fantasy and graphic novels to mysteries and Y.A. romance novels, our ultimate summer reading list includes perfect page-turners for neurodivergent...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 2, 2024 | Brain Health, Parents/Guardians, Uncategorized
Quick tip 1 Choose the right time for breaks. Have kids take a break before frustration or lack of focus sets in. For grade-schoolers, that’s typically after 10 to 15 minutes of work. Middle- and high-schoolers can work for longer — up to 20 to 30 minutes before a...
