Education

Free Computers and Technology Training

clewis — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:18:07 -0500

The National Cristina Foundation provides free computer technology and equipment to people with disabilities, students at risk and economically disadvantaged. Contact National Cristina Foundation, 500 West Putnam, Greenwich, CT 06830; 203-863-9100; Email: ncl@cristina.org

Struggling to Learn: a Learning Disabilities Resource

clewis — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:11:41 -0500

This is a PBS site with information about understanding and recognizing learning disabilities.

Kids and Bullying: What Parents Can Do

clewis — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:06:34 -0500

An expert explains how to tell if your child is a bully or a victim. This article is from the Schwab Learning web site and is written by former Nebraska resident, Marlene Snyder, Ph.D. Check out the entire Schwab site, as it has great information on Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, especially reading difficulties.

IFSPWeb (Individual Family Service Plan)

clewis — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:04:38 -0500

An online assistance program designed to help families develop Individualized Family Service Plan for young children with disabilities.

Identifying Learning Problems In Adopted Children

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:28:06 -0500

By Annie Stuart*

When you made the choice to adopt a child, you took a leap of faith at least one bound beyond that taken by other parents. And, if your child is challenged by learning or attention problems, your parenting path may now seem strewn with “speed bumps” caused by these overlapping issues.

Special Education

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:17:43 -0500

Every child is entitled to a free and appropriate public education. The laws and rules that define how this must happen are complex. However, it is very important for foster parents to understand special education so that they can advocate for their children. Please use "Contact Us" to let us of additional information we should include.

General Special Education Information
- Preparing for an IFSP (Individual planning for young children)
  
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Preparing for an IFSP Meeting Individual Familiy Service Plan

clewis — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:15:32 -0500

VISION, PRINCIPLES, RULES AND PLAYERS
WHAT HAPPENS PRIOR TO THE FIRST IFSP MEETING? (OVERVIEW)
WHY DO WE NEED TEAMS--WHAT PART DO FAMILIES PLAY?
SOME IDEAS TO HELP GET READY

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