The School was Supposed to Test my Daughter for LD
The school district was supposed to test my daughter for giftedness and/or learning disabilities when we moved two years ago. I just found out they never did. She is experiencing Continue Reading →
Author Archives: Wrightslaw
Finding Evidence Based Programs for Reading and Math
As a special education teacher and tutor, I would like to know what are good reading programs up to high school level? What about programs for math and writing through Continue Reading →
Executive Function: The Impact on Math Skills
My daughter’s executive function skills and processing speed are in the 1st percentile. She is far below grade level in math. She needs good instruction in programs/strategies that are scientifically Continue Reading →
For All Digital Readers – Wrightslaw On the Go…
On the go this Summer? For all those digital readers out there…save 25%. SALE starts today, Thursday, June 28, 2012 and ends midnight, Thursday, July 5, 2012. Available in digital Continue Reading →
Better Prepared Teachers Lessen the Impact of Reading Difficulties
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is conducting reviews of university-based teacher training programs in reading using the criteria set in the IDA Knowledge and Practice Standards. This is good news! Continue Reading →
Anthony True Trains Other Students with Dyslexia to Self-Advocate
Meet a dedicated Youth Ambassador for dyslexia awareness – Anthony True. Pete met Anthony and heard his impressive presentation in April 2012 at the Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Continue Reading →
Standing in Our Own Shoes by Tricia & Calvin Luker
Senate Hearing on Restraint and Seclusion: “Beyond Seclusion and Restraint: Creating Positive Learning Environments for All Students.” Postponed until Thursday, July 12, 2012, 10:30 AM, Location TBA. June 28, 2012, Continue Reading →
Military Families Affected by Disabilities: Act Today!
Follow-Up: What You Can Do! Read the Individual Family Stories submitted to the Senate Armed Services Committee. July 3, 2012 (Huffington Post): Senate Hearing on Medical Necessity of Autism Care Continue Reading →
Will NOT Using His AT Device “Force” My Son to Talk More?
My 12 year old son has autism and MR. He has some speech, but could use much improvement. His teacher does not want his Assistive Technology (AT) device in the Continue Reading →
What Colleges are Best for Kids with Learning Disabilities?
My son, 18, has ADD & PDD-NOS and has been in special ed since preschool. He is very disorganized. He needs assistance to stay on task. Where can I get Continue Reading →
