kristina@partnerstx.org, Author at Partners Resource Network

3 01, 2018

I don’t think my child’s IEP is working, what do I do?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:54-05:00

Before scheduling an IEP meeting to discuss your concerns, do some homework. Your initial concern may not be the primary cause of your child’s difficulty. 1. List each of your concerns. Next, look for data to support your concerns. Talk with the teacher informally if this feels comfortable. 2. Gather your child’s IEP and any assessments. If you aren’t sure you have everything, write a letter asking the school to provide you with copies. The school has 5 days to provide you with the information that you requested. 3. Review the assessments and IEP papers and make sure you understand these documents. [...]

I don’t think my child’s IEP is working, what do I do?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:27:54-05:00

2 01, 2018

What Does Age of Majority Mean?

kristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-07T12:02:18-06:00

“Age of majority is the legal age established under State law at which an individual is no longer a minor and, as a young adult, has the right and responsibility to make certain legal choices that adults make” (National Center on Secondary Education and Transition, 2002). Thus, when people use the term age of majority, they are generally referring to when a young person reaches the age where one is considered to be an adult. Depending upon your state law, this usually happens at some point between 18 and 21. […]

What Does Age of Majority Mean?kristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-07T12:02:18-06:00

19 12, 2017

Unique Needs of the Visually Impaired Child

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:04-05:00

Vision is the primary learning modality and source of information for most children. No other sense can stimulate curiosity, integrate information or invite exploration in the same way, or as efficiently and fully, as vision does. The child who comes into the world without a dependable visual system, or without vision at all, has to navigate through the incomplete messages received through the other sensory modalities in order to put a whole picture of the world together. The visually impaired child needs to determine how to organize this incomplete information and then respond to what may remain a confusing view of [...]

Unique Needs of the Visually Impaired Childkristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:04-05:00

18 12, 2017

7 Ways That An Autism Service Dog Could Benefit Your Child

kristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-18T16:34:59-06:00

1. The dog can assist children with autism safely access different environment’s. This could help your child become more independent and also help with transitions, which can be difficult for children with autism. 2. The dog can be a calming influence and give a sense of security to your child. 3. The dog can actually help your child focus on academic and social tasks. The reason that this happens is not known by many trainers of these service dogs, but it is a good side effect. 4. The dog can be tethered to your child to prevent the child from wandering [...]

7 Ways That An Autism Service Dog Could Benefit Your Childkristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-18T16:34:59-06:00

14 12, 2017

8 Ways to Help Your Child With Food Sensitivities Enjoy the Holidays

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:13-05:00

Holidays are a time for family, friends and…endless eating. That can be tough for kids with sensory processing issues who are sensitive to the tastes, smells and textures of foods. These tips can help reduce food battles—and let you and your child enjoy the holidays. […]

8 Ways to Help Your Child With Food Sensitivities Enjoy the Holidayskristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:13-05:00

13 12, 2017

What Are Some Behavioral Challenges Typical In Persons with Down Syndrome?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:24-05:00

The behavioral challenges seen in children with Down syndrome are usually not all that different from those seen in typically developing children. However, they may occur at a later age and last somewhat longer. For example, temper tantrums are typically common in 2-3 year olds, but for a child with Down syndrome, they may begin at 3-4. When evaluating behavior in a child or adult with Down syndrome it is important to look at the behavior in the context of the individual’s developmental age, not only his or her chronological age. It is also important to know the individual’s receptive and [...]

What Are Some Behavioral Challenges Typical In Persons with Down Syndrome?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:28:24-05:00

About kristina@partnerstx.org

CONTACT US

Find us on Facebook

Recent Posts