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May 25, 20235 min read

Empowering Twice Exceptional Students

Hey there! Welcome to our conversation about twice exceptional (2e) learners! We're diving into the fascinating world of individuals who...

Navigating Special Education: How to Get an IEP in 3 Steps (2023)

Seanessy Gavin

May 18, 20239 min read

Special Education

Navigating Special Education: How to Get an IEP in 3 Steps (2023)

Navigate the complex world of special education and learn how to secure an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for your child with this guide.

Top 10 Colleges for Students with ADHD: Finding the Right Fit for Success

Gal Sharony

May 10, 20237 min read

ADHD

Top 10 Colleges for Students with ADHD: Finding the Right Fit for Success

Are you a student with ADHD who is starting to think about college? Choosing the right college can be a tough decision, especially if...

Navigating 504 & IEP plans: A Parent’s Guide

Kelsey Sinclair

Apr 27, 20236 min read

Special Education

Navigating 504 & IEP plans: A Parent’s Guide

In the classroom, teachers are following specific educational roadmaps in order to help their students meet state standards. But what if...

Top Northern California Independent Educational Consultants: A Comprehensive Directory

Sean McCormick

Apr 26, 20233 min read

Special Education

Top Northern California Independent Educational Consultants: A Comprehensive Directory

Discover the role of educational consultants in supporting students with EF challenges and learn how to find one near you.

Top Northern California Special Education Advocates & Attorneys: Comprehensive Directory

Sean McCormick

Apr 24, 20233 min read

Special Education

Top Northern California Special Education Advocates & Attorneys: Comprehensive Directory

Discover how special education advocates & attorneys support families, navigate laws, & develop IEPs to ensure children's academic success.

How to advocate for executive function coaching services (as part of the IEP)

Sean McCormick

Apr 11, 20238 min read

Special Education

How to advocate for executive function coaching services (as part of the IEP)

Discover how adding EF coaching to a child's IEP can boost academic performance, social-emotional skills & self-confidence.

What is a Non-Public Agency (NPA) in California?

Sean McCormick

Mar 9, 20233 min read

Special Education

What is a Non-Public Agency (NPA) in California?

In California, a Non-Public Agency (NPA) is a private organization that provides special education and related services to students.

Kelsey Sinclair

Mar 3, 20238 min read

Dyslexia

Are ADHD & Dyslexia Connected?

This article describes the connection between ADHD and dyslexia and provides resources for intervention and support.

Executive function skills: writing support for students with ADHD

Ella Holton-Mccoy

Feb 17, 20236 min read

Special Education

Executive function skills: writing support for students with ADHD

This article will teach you about how you can help your student with ADHD learn to write.

Don't just think outside the box, think about the box: Unlock the magic of metacognition

Kathy Balboa & Kelsey Sinclair

Feb 8, 20237 min read

Executive Function

Don't just think outside the box, think about the box: Unlock the magic of metacognition

In this article, you will learn about metacognition, why it is important, and how you can help your students gain these mental processes.

The Definitive Guide To Emotional Control (2023)

Seanessy Gavin

Feb 2, 20238 min read

Executive Function

The Definitive Guide To Emotional Control (2023)

In this article, I will help you identify issues with emotional control and provide you with strategies you can implement today.

Special education: IEP goals for executive functioning skills (2024)

Sean McCormick

Dec 22, 202211 min read

Special Education

Special education: IEP goals for executive functioning skills (2024)

In this article, you will see a range of executive functioning IEP goals that will guide your student's IEP team to support EF.

Parenting Students with ADHD: 4 Emails To Send Before The Semester Ends (2023)

Sean McCormick

Nov 4, 20227 min read

Special Education

Parenting Students with ADHD: 4 Emails To Send Before The Semester Ends (2023)

Here are 5 emails you and your student can send in November if they want to raise their grades and improve relationships with teachers.

How do I request additional assessment for a student who already has an IEP?

Sean McCormick

Oct 4, 20226 min read

Special Education

How do I request additional assessment for a student who already has an IEP?

Do you have an IEP plan, but have noticed that your child needs an additional service or support which was not included in the original...

3 Steps To Request Compensatory Special Education Funds

Sean McCormick

Jul 18, 20225 min read

Special Education

3 Steps To Request Compensatory Special Education Funds

The step by step process for requesting compensatory funds for services that you already paid for to ensure your child had full access to th

How do I obtain an Independent Education Evaluation (IEE) for my child?

Sean McCormick

Jun 2, 20223 min read

Special Education

How do I obtain an Independent Education Evaluation (IEE) for my child?

Disclaimer: Please know that there are state-by-state variations for many of these procedures (including the timelines), so you should...

Can Executive Function Coaching Help My Dyslexic Child?

Sean McCormick

Oct 13, 20212 min read

Can Executive Function Coaching Help My Dyslexic Child?

By Stephanie Bayona, MS. Ed., ET and Sean McCormick MS. Ed., ET The short answer is, YES! Reading is a complex thinking process. It is...

How do I write a letter requesting a special education evaluation?

Sean McCormick

Oct 5, 20216 min read

Special Education

How do I write a letter requesting a special education evaluation?

Discover how to request a special education evaluation and learn about the support available from Executive Function Specialists.

What Is Educational Therapy? My Key Takeaways From the 42nd National Conference

Sean McCormick

Oct 5, 20213 min read

Educational Therapy

What Is Educational Therapy? My Key Takeaways From the 42nd National Conference

If you are not aware of what Educational Therapy is, I'll do my best to give you a brief breakdown. Educational therapy is "a form of...

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