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June 15, 2023
Summer learning activities are important for young children for a number of reasons. First, they can help to prevent summer learning loss. Summer learning loss is […]
May 21, 2023
What is Auditory Processing Disorder? Auditory processing disorder is a disorder of the hearing system that causes a disruption in the way an individual’s brain understands […]
April 12, 2023
Language disorders occur when a person has trouble sharing ideas, feelings orally, or in writing, as well as trouble understanding other people’s spoken or written language. […]
March 14, 2023
What is Dyspraxia? Dyspraxia or developmental coordination disorder (DCD), is a neurodevelopmental condition that begins in childhood and causes difficulty with fine motor and gross motor […]
February 16, 2023
What is Phonological Awareness? Phonological awareness is the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate sounds in spoken language. It is a broad skill that encompasses rhyming, […]
January 17, 2023
What is Dyscalculia? Dyscalculia is a brain-based math learning disorder that impairs a person’s ability to learn number-related concepts, perform accurate math calculations, reason and problem […]
December 14, 2022
It’s almost that time of year to bundle up, get cozy and enjoy all the beauty winter has to offer. There are many activities and practices […]
November 9, 2022
What is dysgraphia? Dysgraphia is a brain-based neurological disorder that affects writing abilities and fine motor skills. Dysgraphia presents challenges with skills such as handwriting, typing, […]
October 20, 2022
What is Structured Literacy? Structured Literacy approaches are highly explicit and systematic, teaching all components of literacy. These components include foundational skills as well as higher […]
August 30, 2022
Homeschool Support allows homeschool families, whether new or experienced, an opportunity to have additional professional instruction delivered from an expert teacher to enrich and enhance any […]
August 16, 2022
Every one of our students has something wonderful to share with the world. Zofia is one of those students! If you don’t know who Zofia is, […]
July 12, 2022
School is going to be back in session in a couple of weeks and now is the time to start preparing for another school year ahead. […]
June 2, 2022
Hello Summer! Summer is always a good time to dive into a great book. If you plan to lay out in the sun, whether you’re at […]
May 22, 2022
Oh, how we love that summer, summertime! After a long school year, summer should be filled with lots of fun and adventure. Relax by the pool […]
March 8, 2022
Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions that impact the development of children and can be caused by many factors including medical conditions, environmental factors, and […]
December 30, 2021
Does advocating for your child during the Covid-19 pandemic feel like an insurmountable task? Has your child’s school been failing to provide what your child needs […]
December 15, 2021
It’s the time of year to spread joy and to slow down and spend time with those closest to you. Winter Break is here and there […]
October 13, 2021
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a biological-based disorder and a developmental impairment of executive functions. Most people with ADHD will experience many areas of executive function impairment, […]
September 30, 2021
According to the Annie E. Casey Foundation, almost 9 out of 10 high school dropouts were struggling readers in third grade. In addition, the National Assessment […]
September 12, 2021
Music offers incredible cognitive benefits. In fact, according to some studies, it’s the only activity that can actually increase a child’s IQ if done frequently before […]
August 19, 2021
As a parent, one of the biggest challenges you have dealt with is how to let your child safely be a child during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]