Select Page

AW Blog

A Researcher’s Checklist for Comparing Casino Promotions

Comparing casino promotions is easier when the same questions are applied to every offer. The headline may describe a bonus, free spins or a seasonal campaign, but the conditions determine who can use it and what happens afterwards. Readers who want to paddy power...
Read More

How Do Therapeutic Schools Help Students Through Difficult Days?

Just like adults have difficult days at work, children have difficult days at school. For some kids, these difficult days are more than a temporary disruption. Issues such as anxiety, sensory overload, and emotional frustration can derail a child’s whole school day. Therapeutic schools...
Read More

Exploring the Connection Between Mental Health and Academic Success

In this episode of The Curious Incident, NYC Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan welcomes Dr. Evan Flamenbaum, Co-Founder and Head of School at Academics West, to explore the connection between mental health and academic success. Drawing on his personal and professional experiences, Dr. Flamenbaum...
Read More

What Is an IESP for NYC Private School Students?

An IEP, Individualized Education Program, helps children who qualify for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IEPs generally focus on public school students. An IESP – Individualized Education Services Program – is New York’s system for helping students whose parents homeschool...
Read More

When Is a 504 Plan Not Enough?

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...
Read More

How Do Therapeutic Schools Help Teachers, Counselors, and Families Work Together?

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 smaller class sizes and lower student-to-counselor...
Read More