Education
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Nutrition labeling and the dangers that could be hiding
By Marilyn Kennedy We are all pretty conscientious about reading food labels, especially those of us who have or who are caretakers for loved ones who have serious illnesses, allergies, and/or dietary restrictions. I recently went to the outpatient lab at my local hospital to have a routine blood draw. About halfway through, I began to pass out so the phlebotomist had me put my head between my knees, put a cold compress on the back of my neck, and offered me a juice box. I had the presence of mind to ask if the juice contained sugar. The response was, “I don’t know.” I took one or two sips…
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Angels and their iPads
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10 Ways to Prepare for Back to School
By Jodi M. Duke, Ed.D. Special Education Advocate www.jodidukeadvocacy.com It’s that time of year again! It is hard to believe that summer is already winding down, and “Back to School” time is upon us! In order to help you and your child with Angelman Syndrome have the best year possible, I’ve assembled a list of 10 ways to prepare for back to school. 1. Create a one-page profile of your child to share with teachers and other school staff. I like to think of what a child would normally tell his or her new teachers during the first days of school and include as much of that information as possible…
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ABA Therapy – Applied Behavior Analysis
By Mark Mautone, M.A. ABA When educating children with Angelman Syndrome (AS), many parents look for the best schools that have teachers with extensive experience working with children with special needs. The programs that the parents observe are classrooms that educate children with different disabilities. These classrooms are categorized as Multiply Disabled (MD). These classes are always perceived to be the “generic” solution for children who possess deficits that are difficult to address in other classes. In saying that, these classrooms can be very effective for most children. However, one type of educational setting that is overlooked, is a classroom that implements the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). ABA…
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Does My Child Have a Good Teacher?
Does My Child Have a Good Teacher? When I went into the field of teaching in the public schools it was after I had my three children and finished my education. I was so excited to finally start my “dream” job and naively thought most teachers, especially those who taught students with more significant disabilities, felt the same excitement and commitment. I have since found that this is not always the case. Here are 9 questions you might want to ask yourself about your child’s teacher in order to ensure that your child is getting the best educational experience possible. – Lisa C. Gleeson MA SpEd. 1. Has the teacher…
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IEP – Individual Education Plan
IEP – Individual Educational Plan If those three little letters cause your heart to race, here are some links to help you prepare for your meeting with the school. Special Thanks to our friends Kathy Anderson and Emilie Mullins for the resources. IEP Online Resources What is an IEP? http://www.ncld.org/at-school/your-childs-rights/iep-aamp-504-plan/what-is-an-iep http://www.specialeducationadvisor.com/special-education/what-is-an-iep/ http://www.oafccd.com/factshee/fact20.htm Top 10 Questions to Ask At an IEP Meeting http://www.specialeducationadvisor.com/top-ten-questions-to-ask-at-an-iep/ Key Terms for Special Education http://nichcy.org/schoolage/keyterms A Few Experts http://www.paulakluth.com/ Dr. Paula Kluth is a consultant, author, advocate, and independent scholar who works with teachers and families to provide inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities and to create more responsive and engaging schooling…
