The Masonic Center for Youth and Families (MCYAF) uses a collaborative approach to empower families to address the challenges that ADHD and learning differences present. This panel discussion provides practical guidance about how different professional perspectives can be utilized and integrated to support the child and family’s success. Read more ›
In this workshop, Dr. Glen Elliott, CHC’s Chief Psychiatrist and Medical Director and Christopher Harris, MEd, Director of Esther B. Clark School, focus on how behaviors associated with ADHD and anxiety may both occur in the same individual but also can mimic each other, leading to confusion about the best diagnosis and the best treatment approach. Read more ›
Cynthia Curry, MSEd, Director of the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials for Learning (AEM Center) at CAST explores the origins of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its core concepts. Read more ›
Diverse and engaging educational materials and technologies are being selected by states, districts, and teachers for student learning. But are they accessible to all learners? Read more ›
When a child is struggling in school, the first step to finding help is figuring out what’s getting in his way. As a starting point, you need an evaluation of your child’s learning profile, to identify strengths and weaknesses, and suggest what kind of support he might need to thrive. Read more ›
Many students transitioning from high school to college are unaware of post-secondary terminologies that play a crucial role in successful navigation of the post-secondary landscape. This is particularly true of students with learning and attention issues, who are focused on just getting to class on time, completing homework and accessing accommodations. Students need to build awareness of strategic approaches for self-help beyond ADA accommodations. Read more ›
Learn more about technology supports can compensate for executive function challenges and help build more robust executive function skills.
Shayla Whiteley, M.A., experienced learning specialist shares her insights and knowledge to provide you with a greater understanding of how some types of technology can support executive functioning. Read more ›
Are there students in your classroom that struggle with learning? Perhaps those students have a diagnosed or undiagnosed learning issue. In this teacher ed class, Jeff Kozlowski, former Head of Sand Hill School at CHC, reviews the types and signs of learning differences and the impact they can have on a student’s social and emotional well-being. Read more ›
Does your child takes forever to get dressed, always lose her homework, or not seem to be able to complete a task? Your child probably has Executive Function challenges.
In this session, Jude Wolf, Ed.D., Director of the Center for Learning Success Kehillah Jewish High School in Palo Alto, discusses the ways in which you can help your elementary school child develop some important Executive Function skills. Read more ›
Every student who gets special education is covered by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In many areas, IDEA leaves room for states to interpret the rules and pass their own laws on how to apply them. Read more ›
