special ed teens
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3 Reasons Why It’s Time to Let Go of Your College Student
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Teenagers with special needs don’t suddenly get better the moment they step foot on a college campus. Parents are still ready to pounce on anyone who even thinks about looking at their kidlet the wrong way. But after we cut the red tape where do we go from there? Will he or she pass all…
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Have You Planned an Informal “Meet the Teacher” Yet?
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The school year is approaching fast. The school staff has returned to work after a long summer’s nap. Be proactive This is a good time to contact your student’s case manager or resource teacher and ask for an informal introductory meeting. Let the case manager know you are not looking for a sit down meeting.…
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When Community Colleges Are a Good Investment for Special Needs Teens
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It is no secret that parents of special education teenagers want the very best for them. Most likely this includes college and the American dream. In order to get to that level though, many students need some type of certification or degree. Community colleges offer certificates in various fields, if perhaps, a two-year degree might…
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5 Things to Ask On the College Tour
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Touring colleges with your special education student? If so, here are a few things to think about on the tour–even though there will be so much more to think about after. Remember to set up a quick appointment with a member of the department of disability services at any college your student plans to attend.…
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Absences and Missed Work For Special Education Teens
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You absolutely must help your student catch up if he or she should be absent from school. When a student is “sick” it is not a pass to skip the school work as well. The student is still responsible for any work that he or she missed while being absent from school. Days are built…