by drk@academicswest.com | Jul 17, 2026 | AW Resource
A special education advocate or advisor is an expert who helps guide parents through the special education process. But there are many advocates in the NYC area, and no specific licensing process. As such, parents must choose their advisors carefully. This...
by drk@academicswest.com | Jul 10, 2026 | AW Resource
Yes. Children with dyslexia can qualify for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) if there is proof that the condition affects the child’s academic progress and special education services are therefore...
by drk@academicswest.com | Jun 30, 2026 | AW Resource
Summer vacation: the time children dream of all year. And while parents should let their children have some fun in the sun, they should also realize that children can lose crucial skills over the summer. Summer learning loss is real. A recent study found that...
by drk@academicswest.com | Jun 23, 2026 | AW Resource
You’ve decided to start the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process for your child. After you make the referral request, the school asks you to consent to an evaluation. You want your child evaluated, but you have questions about the process. This article...
by drk@academicswest.com | Jun 16, 2026 | AW Resource
You see that your child is struggling in school, specifically in math. You hire a math tutor to help. After weeks of one-on-one tutoring, your child shows only slight progress. Then their math grades on the next report card are the same as before tutoring. What...
