by drk@academicswest.com | Oct 16, 2026 | AW Resource
Many students benefit from 504 Plans. However, even after a 504 Plan is created, some students may still need more support. Common signs that a student with a 504 Plan may need more help include grades that don’t improve, persistent behavior problems, or a new...
by drk@academicswest.com | Oct 9, 2026 | AW Resource
Parents, teachers, and counselors often see different sides of the same child. As a result, these adults need to share information and work together. However, some traditional school characteristics can make this cooperation more difficult. Therapeutic schools, with...
by drk@academicswest.com | Sep 30, 2026 | AW Resource
Many students experience anxiety, frustration, overwhelm, and sensory stress during the school day. Therapeutic schools can help these students learn to deal with these emotions. More than simply listing coping skills, therapeutic schools can help students learn to...
by drk@academicswest.com | Sep 23, 2026 | AW Resource
Unlike traditional schools, therapeutic schools measure student progress in several ways. While therapeutic schools still use grades, quizzes, and tests, they also consider behavioral, emotional, and social improvement to evaluate student progress.This article...
by drk@academicswest.com | Sep 16, 2026 | AW Resource
Generally, yes. Speech and language impairment is one of the categories that make children eligible for additional support under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This article helps parents of children with speech or language impairments...
