Monthly Archives: December 2014

FERPA Resources

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Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. (FERPA)

What is FERPA?

FERPA is a Federal law that protects the privacy of students education records. Under FERPA law, parents have certain rights. The purpose of this regulation is protect the privacy of parents and students under section 444 of the General Provision Act.

Resources

FERPA General Guidance for Parents– U.S. Department of Education

Wikipedia Definition

FERPA and HIPAA

FERPA overview American Psychological Association

Legislative History of Major FERPA Provisions

Parents Guide to FERPA

FERPA– Wrightslaw.com

Happy Holidays

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The Special Needs Blog wishes you and yours a happy holiday!

happy holidays

Autism Teacher Blogs

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The following are blogs created by teachers on teaching children with autism. Though scanning many of the blogs, I found that most were not current and decided not to include outdated blogs on this list.

The Autism Teacher– A blog about teaching students with autism. last update is in August, but still very useful information.

The Autism Helper– A website that includes a blog with resources, tips and materials.

The Autism Adventures of Room 83– A blog for teachers by teachers

Teach. Love. Autism- A diary of the life of a teacher in a autistic support classroom with middle schoolers.

 

 

Family Resources

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Special Education- A Crash Course

Basic Special Education Rights

Disability Resource Links

Financial Resources

OSEP Resources for Families

The Families and Advocates Partnerships for Education

Planning for a Special Needs Child-** New

Understanding Dyslexia and How to Help Children Who Have It

 

The Importance of Self-Esteem for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues

 

Parenting Tips for ADHD: Do’s and Don’ts

 

How to Create an Autism-Friendly Environment for Kids

How to Discuss Puberty with Your Child Who Has Special Needs

 

Creating the Optimal Environment for a Kid with ADHD

ADHD and Addiction – What is the Risk?

Teaching the Person with Autism How to Drive

Updated September 15, 2017

Assistive Technology Laws

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Assistive Technology Laws

American with Disabilities Act

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

Assistive Technology Act of 1998