Back-to-School Special Edition 2011
7 Back-To-School Tips: Start the Year Off Right
Well, it’s that time again…stores are stocked with back-to-school items, kids are complaining they are bored, and parents are starting to think about the new school year. It is a busy and exciting time to consider possibilities. Here are seven tried and true tips that will help insure the coming school year will be filled with success!
Ask A Parent Advisor: Bullying
Question:
My daughter, who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Learning Disabilities (LD), is in middle school and has been teased and called names by another girl. The “teasing” got worse last year, and my daughter was pushed down by this girl. My daughter was humiliated and doesn’t want to go to school this fall. What can I do to help my daughter?
Answer:
It's a natural reaction for parents to be afraid when their children are out of their protective reach and appear to be at the mercy of a bully. A good place to get some information about bullying is a pamphlet called Preventing Bullying: A Manual For Schools And Communities published by the U.S. Department of Education, which can be ordered for free. This pamphlet addresses the problem of bullying in schools, defines bullying, discusses the seriousness of this behavior and the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach, and presents strategies for teachers, students, and parents to use when dealing with bullying.
Self Advocate's Corner: Nick Holzthum
One of Nick's Favorite songs: “Where the Streets Have No Name” by U2
Two Words Nick Used to Describe Himself: A Spazzy Philosopher
"I will challenge and confront in myself and others acts or attitudes that do not honor any person as my equal." ~ From the Women's Declaration of Peace, NGO Forum, Nairobi, Kenya, July 11, 1985
At our 2011 Conference on Inclusive Education, we were honored to have Nick Holzthum co-present a keynote presentation about the innovative I Am Norm campaign. Engaging with Nick in this capacity left us wanting to learn more about this young, creative, fierce advocate and we are delighted to share some of his fascinating story with you!
Transition from Early Intervention Services (IFSP) to Preschool Services (IEP)
From the age of birth up until 3 years, special education services are provided by an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), which is governed under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Once your child turns 3, special education services are provided by an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and governed under Part B of IDEA. For more information on both Part C and Part B of IDEA, please visit the US Department of Education’s website.
What are the differences between an IFSP and an IEP?
Transición de los Servicios de Intervención Temprana (IFSP) a los Servicios Preescolares (IEP)
Desde el nacimiento hasta los 3 años de edad, los servicios de educación especial se ofrecen por medio de un Plan Individualizado de Servicios para la Familia (IFSP, por sus siglas en inglés), el cual gobierna la Parte C del Acta para la Educación de los Individuos con Discapacidades (IDEA, por sus siglas en inglés). Cuando su hijo cumple 3 años, los servicios de educación especial se entregan a través de un Plan Educativo Individualizado (IEP, por sus siglas en inglés) gobernado por la Parte B del IDEA. Para mayor información sobre la Parte C o Parte B de IDEA, por favor visite el sitio de Internet del Centro Nacional de Diseminación de Información para Niños con Discapacidades: Parte C, Parte B.
¿Cuáles son las diferencias entre un IFSP y un IEP?
The contents of this e-Newsletter were developed under a grant from the US Department of Education, #H328M110023. However, those contents do notnecessarily represent the policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. Project Officer, Carmen Sanchez.