Essential resources for understanding the world of special education in Howard County and beyond.
Functional Behavioral Assessment
What Are Children Trying to Tell Us: Assessing the Function of Their Behavior A presentation by Paul Livelli, Ph. D., Kids First Educational and Behavioral Consulting
Warning Signs that a Child is Being Bullied
Learn the warning signs that may indicate that your child has been the victim of bullying and what to do if you think your child is being bullied. Find out who to talk to and what actions you can take to ensure your child’s safety.
Transportation and Special Education Students
What legal rights do students have? By Diane Wiscarson, Attorney at Law School transportation is frequently a source of confusion, and even frustration, for students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and their families. When does the district have to provide transportation? Who decides how and when transportation occurs? Is transportation on my child’s IEP? How…
Special Education Mediation Fosters Conflict Resolution
Mediations can avoid involving the legal system in disputes By Ann Logsdon Special education mediations take place when parents and schools disagree on special education programs for students with learning disabilities. Because reaching a resolution can be difficult when such conflicts arise, mediation often follows.
