Essential resources for understanding the world of special education in Howard County and beyond.
Teaching Self-Calming Skills
By Jessica Minahan, M.Ed, BCBA “You need to calm down.” This is something I hear a lot in my work as a behavior specialist when a student starts to get…
Put Social Skills in the IEP
By Ann McCarthy When problems with social skills impact your child’s success in school, addressing them should become part of the IEP. Write objectives to improve social skills as you…
Navigating the Special Education System
An Organization for Autism Research Guide Life Journey through Autism: Navigating the Special Education System is designed as a resource for parents.
Transition and Self-Advocacy
By Lynda L. West, Stephanie Corbey, Arden Boyer-Stephens, and Bonnie Jones, et al. No one has a greater stake in the outcome of transition planning than the student with a…
