by drk@academicswest.com | May 8, 2026 | AW Resource
It can be confusing and frustrating for parents to see a gap between their child’s knowledge and their homework and test scores. The frustration can increase if the parent isn’t sure if their child’s outcomes are related to a disability or something else. The...
by drk@academicswest.com | Apr 30, 2026 | AW Resource
Summer is filled with road trips, barbeques, beach days, and other fun activities. But for children in grades K-12, summer can also mean losing crucial academic progress. A recent study found that elementary school students lost roughly 20 percent of their reading...
by drk@academicswest.com | Apr 28, 2026 | AW Resource
Your four-year-old child just started Pre-K. Every day, they come home excited to share stories about the fun they had in school. But their teacher raises some questions about their progress in the class. She says that your child might have a developmental...
by drk@academicswest.com | Apr 23, 2026 | AW Resource
Growing up, we all heard, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” This phrase reminds us that persistence is a key ingredient of success. But asking someone to try harder only works when the person can perform the task. Trying harder might work for an...
by drk@academicswest.com | Apr 16, 2026 | AW Resource
Your child has been struggling at school. When you mentioned your concerns to your child’s teacher, she mentioned an IEP. But you’re not sure how the process works or where to start. An IEP – Individualized Education Program – is a legally binding document that...
