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The Most Overlooked Support for 2e Students: Acceleration
Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply passionate about supporting neurodivergent learners, this blog is your go-to resource for all things related to strength-based education and fostering a community of belonging.
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When the World Wasn’t Built for Your Child: Finding Strength and Hope
This week, parents have been sharing their worries about the challenges faced by our twice-exceptional (2e) kids. It’s a tough time, but amidst the concerns, there’s a powerful message of hope and resilience. Let’s look at how we can support our incredible kids and advocate for the inclusive spaces they deserve. Together, we can celebrate their uniqueness and foster environments where they truly thrive!
Expert Tips On Supporting The Adults Who Support Your Child
We all know it takes a village to raise a child, but sometimes when our children are neurodivergent, the neurotypical village may not have the skills necessary to support our children.
Teachers, coaches, and neighbors are all part of our children’s lives, and these adults often create the framework through which our children.
If you've been wondering how you can better support your child,
here are some Expert Tips On How To Support Adults In Better Supporting Your Child:
Building Strength-Based IEPs/504s
Children are amazing!
They are funny, clever, and brave. They can remind us of all of the very best things about this world, and they are so much more than any IEP, 504, assessment, report, or document could ever say. They are more than a moment in their educational career, and they deserve to be seen as the complex, unique beings that they are.
So here are a few tips for helping the IEP/504 team develop a strength-based approach to your child’s educational needs.
Top IEP & 504 Tips for Twice-Exceptional Families
Ah, spring.
A time of new beginnings: Flowers are blooming; eggs are hatching; and American parents are navigating the ins and outs of IEPs/504s at the end of a school term.
This time of year usually brings with it a few specific questions around IEPs and 504s, so I wanted to take a moment and answer a few of the most commonly asked questions.
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