Chances are, your child knew before you. She was the one sitting in class watching other kids figure out the answers before her. He was the one who pretended to read along with the class. She was the one who couldn’t remember the math facts when being timed. He was the one the teachers first told, “Pay better attention” and “You’re not trying hard enough.” Read more ›
Sarah Greichen came up with the idea for Score A Friend at age 13 when she wanted her twin brother, who has an autism spectrum disorder, to have the same opportunities she enjoyed as a teenager in school. She began a mission to ensure her brother – and students of all abilities – could build friendships and experience authentic inclusion at school and in communities. Read more ›
How many words does a typical 18-month-old child speak? Does speaking more than one language to a child confuse her or delay language development? Test your knowledge about speech and language development in young children with this 10-question quiz developed by CHC’s speech and language pathology (SLP) team. Read more ›
Watch this Facebook Live discussion and Q&A session on learning differences and mental health, featuring three of CHC’s renowned clinical experts. Read more ›
Are you wondering what the future holds for your child with learning and attention differences? You know they can be successful in life, but how does that happen? CHC’s Dr. Rosalie Whitlock moderates this EdRev Expo 2018 Spotlight Panel of adults who have grown up with learning and attention differences and have become successful in their work. Read more ›
As someone who has dyslexia, ADD, and dysgraphia, Marja Brandon, Head of Woodland School in Portola Valley, California, is well versed when it comes to understanding learning differences. Learn more about the trajectory of Marja’s journey, what she has experienced, and how she continually works through life’s adversities. Read more ›
Be inspired by hearing about the unique ways you can add value because of your ADHD—with your friends, family, work, school, community, and the world. The presenter, Ross Loofbourrow, was diagnosed in elementary school with ADHD and auditory processing issues. Learn best practices for thriving and sharing your strengths on your journey with attention and learning issues. Read more ›
Presenters Jude Wolf, Ed.D., Lori Krauss, and Nathan Fernandez share strategies and approaches used to ensure success throughout the life-span. Read more ›
Meghan Whittaker, National Center for Learning Disabilities‘ Policy & Advocacy Manager and Robert Stephens, Sr. Manager, Federal Relations, share the latest federal policy developments relating to K-12 and college education for students with learning and attention issues and the opportunities for parents to take action and effect change on a large scale. Read more ›
Natasha Quiroga, Lawyer’s Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law and PREP Director, covers the IEP process and outline steps to take before, during, and after the IEP meeting. Be better prepared to fully participate in upcoming IEP meetings and advocate for your child’s needs. Read more ›
