Falling Through The Cracks Part Two
A previous blog focused on the frustration parents and students feel at the lack of support given in school settings (and beyond) for...
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Dantzel Piercy
- Oct 3, 2022
Teaching Your Child to Advocate for Themselves in the Classroom
With school back in session, parents across the country are sending their child back to school with high hopes and perhaps a bit of...
Deanne Shields
- Aug 2, 2022
Preparing for the New School Year
Getting ready for the new school year can be exciting. Buying new clothes, school supplies, and the anticipation of spending more time...
Gaylia Tanner
- Aug 1, 2022
S.O.S (Simple Organization Steps)
For Parents: I tried these simple techniques as my daughter started Jr. High, they helped to keep her on task with her homework and major...
Jennifer Cardinal
- Jul 25, 2022
Falling Through The Cracks
I recently completed neuropsychological intakes with teen triplet girls and their mother to address concerns related to learning...
LDAU
- Apr 12, 2022
Healthy Children’s Project
While there are multiple factors—genetics, social environment, and nutrition—that contribute to learning and developmental disabilities,...
LDAU
- Apr 3, 2022
Family Links Conference Events Return for 2022
Utah’s longstanding Family Links Conference Events for families of children with special needs are returning for 2022 with some changes...
Gaylia Tanner
- Feb 1, 2022
Special Education Funding Explained
I have represented the Learning Disabilities Association of Utah (LDAU) this past year on the Utah PTA Special Needs Committee. This...
Aimee Langone, MEd, CRC, LVRC
- Nov 16, 2021
Vocational Rehabilitation FAQ
What is “Vocational Rehabilitation”? Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federally mandated, state managed program to help eligible...
Jennie Gibson
- Nov 16, 2021
EFT Tapping, An Easy Evidence Based Practice for Reducing Your Child’s Stress and Anxiety
It is safe to say that many children with Learning Disabilities or ADHD at times feel frustration, stress, or anxiety related to their...
Jennifer Cardinal
- Jul 6, 2021
Special Education Eligibility Information
Jennifer Cardinal, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist We’ve had parents ask our board members to explain more about Special Education...
Jennifer Cardinal
- Jun 23, 2021
Increase in Mental Health Needs associated with the impact of COVID-19
Jennifer Cardinal Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist Although things are rapidly improving there are lasting emotional impacts on our children....
Jennifer Cardinal
- Jun 18, 2021
Learning & Math (Impact from COVID-19)
Jennifer Cardinal Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist The long-term impact of COVID-19 on children’s learning is still unknown but there is...
Tanner Shields
- Feb 19, 2021
The Problem with Disabilities and Education
Imagine you are sitting in class, working on a paper for an assignment. The whole class is seated quietly writing, and suddenly the student
Mandy Nielsen
- Feb 16, 2021
Embrace
Everyone wants to be accepted. For children who struggle with dyslexia, acceptance can be difficult to find.
Richard Baer, Ph.D.
- Feb 3, 2021
A Brief Discussion of Confusion in Learning Disabilities Determination
Given the confusion surrounding LD determination what are families to do?
Gaylia Tanner
- Feb 1, 2021
WANT TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD ON THE HILL?
The first thing you need to do is know your state representative and senator.
Gaylia Tanner
- Feb 1, 2021
POOR AIR CAUSES POOR GRADES FOR STUDENTS
Winter inversions in the Salt Lake Valley are doing more than harming kids’ lungs.
Heidi Preece
- Jan 22, 2021
Tips for a successful online experience
Set up a designated space for school Establish a routine. Try to do schoolwork at the same time every day Schedule breaks. Take time to mo
Edward A. Martinelli, Ph.D.
- Jan 6, 2021
Test anxiety and the ADA
Many students at college experience anxiety when they have tests. Sometimes it can become quite intense.
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