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...
by drk@academicswest.com | Mar 26, 2026 | AW Resource
Your child was recently diagnosed with a learning issue. You’ve heard about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). You know that the school has certain obligations under the law, but what exactly will they be required to do for your child? New...
by drk@academicswest.com | Mar 24, 2026 | AW Resource
Your daughter has been doing well in school. But suddenly, she’s struggling with math. When you ask about the issues, she says that math makes her feel anxious and overwhelmed. Her teacher says that she seems to understand the material but makes unnecessary mistakes...
