By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. What if you can help your child get the supportive services they need before they are even old enough to start school? Sounds good, right? Well, that’s the
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Have you ever been bullied? As someone who has, it can be a harrowing experience. Nowadays, schools tend to talk about bullying a lot, but are they doing
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 90 https://youtube.com/live/mEAWRUTmY_Y In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr. Ryan Hinojosa, licensed psychologist. Episode summary: Introduction In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. If your child receives special education services, you probably have heard numerous legal terms being used. One of these fundamental legal terms that you are likely to hear
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Mental health is just as important as an appropriate education for special education students. Many of these students have at least one learning disability, and, as such, they
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Fair treatment of students with disabilities in schools remains a critical issue for parents, educators, and advocates alike. Federal laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), among others, offer some key protections to make sure children with disabilities receive necessary support without discrimination or unfair discipline. Understanding these
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. One of the most important decisions a parent can make for their child with special needs is choosing the proper learning environment. Should your child be placed in
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Some families feel stigmatized by Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), so they delay or even refuse to allow their child to be assessed for learning or attention issues that
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. There are many factors that impact who has access to appropriate special education services. One of those factors is racism. You may be wondering what role racism plays.
By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Executive functioning helps people plan, organize, initiate and complete tasks. These skills are important in school, home, and everyday life. For students with ADHD, autism, or learning disabilities,
