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Ask Ellen: How to Advocate for Your Child’s Learning

By Josh Eng, Communications Coordinator and Ellen Braaten, PhD

A learning disability causes difficulty in an area of learning, such as reading, writing, or math. Challenges in one or more of these areas can affect a child’s ability to thrive in the classroom. But it’s not always clear to parents what to do when their child is struggling.

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What Is A Section 504 Plan?

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By Ellen Braaten, PhD

Dan’s mom left her son’s evaluation team meeting at school feeling really frustrated. Dan, an active second grade student, was diagnosed by his psychiatrist with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

What to Know About Getting Your Child SAT/ACT Accommodations

By Ellen Braaten, PhD

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the American College Test (ACT) are important tests for students hoping to go to college. If you have a high school student with a learning disability (such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, disorder of written expression) or ADHD, you might be wondering if they can—or should—receive extended time on tests.

Articles containing: 504 plan

Articles containing: 504 plan