Occupational Therapy
The Difference Between School & Clinic-Based Occupational Therapy Supports Understanding the role of Occupational Therapy (OT) in school and in the clinic setting can be an important distinction when advocating…
AT at School
Assistive Technology for Education A student’s need for Assistive Technology is based on a case-by-case decision made by the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. If your student is on an…
School Avoidance and Refusal
Reasons Why Your Child May be Refusing to Attend School Transitioning back to school after the summer break can be challenging for families, as some parents may be faced with…
Arabic
(Basic Special Education Information) معلومات أساسية لآلباء (The role of the Parent Advocate) مناصر أولياء األمور (Accommodations for Students under Section 504) وسائل التكيف للطالب بموجب المادة 504 (Glossary of…
Americans with Disabilities Act Celebrating 31 Years
ADA Celebrating 31 Years The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) celebrates 31 years of progress promoting access and inclusion. ADA was passed and signed into law by President George H.W.…
Charter School Consultant
Rochelle Thompson Megan Williams Do you have a child with special needs attending school in one of the following charter schools? Providence Hall Ascent Academy Mountain Heights Academy Mountain West…
Box Elder School District
Do you have a child with special needs attending school in Box Elder School District? Do you have questions or concerns about your student’s eligibility or Special Education program? If…
Tooele County School District
Do you have a child with special needs attending school in Tooele County School District? Parent Consultant Serving Families in Tooele County School District Email: christine@utahparentcenter.org Phone: 435-429-4483 Do you…
Seclusion and Restraint
Seclusion and Restraint Do you have questions about whether or how your student can with a disability can be secluded or restrained at school? WHAT DOES PHYSICAL RESTRAINT MEAN? These…
Telling Class about Disability
Telling Classmates about Your Child’s Disability May Foster Acceptance Parents often become experts on their child’s disability. Through their own learning process, many see the value of teaching their child’s…
Bullying & Harrassment
Bullying and Harassment of Students with Disabilities 1. The facts – Students with disabilities are much more likely to be bullied than their nondisabled peers. Bullying of children with disabilities…
POST-HIGH EDUCATION
There are many options for higher education for individuals with disabilities. These information sheets give information to help you choose a school and be prepared to ask for accommodations to…