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Can Math Struggles Due to Dyscalculia Help My Child Qualify for an IEP in New York?
Yes. A child with dyscalculia can qualify for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) if their disability affects their ability to handle math problems or related skills such as telling time, counting money, and measuring. This article explains how New York parents can get an...
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What Is a Special Education Advocate or Advisor, and How Can NYC Parents Choose One?
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 article outlines the...
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Can a Child with Dyslexia Get an IEP in New York?
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 necessary. This article discusses how parents...
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Summer Regression in Children with Learning Challenges: What Parents Should Watch For
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...
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Understanding the Special Education Evaluation Process
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 describes what...
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Why Tutoring Often Isn’t Enough for Students with Learning Disabilities
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...
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