Autism Awareness Month has a rich history dating back to the early 1970s. The autism community, parents, and professionals came together to form autism organizations and hold the first ever autism awareness events.
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5 Special Needs Parenting Tips
There is plenty of special needs parenting advice available on the internet, in books, and from other parents who have trod the same path as you.
Happy Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM), and special education professionals across the country are taking time to reflect on how far special education has come.
Special Education Lesson Plans for Parents
How to Create Special Education Lesson Plans to Use at Home As a parent of a child with special needs, it can be easy to become overwhelmed. Between planning after-school […]
Schools for Children with Special Needs [Admissions Process]
A Parent’s Guide to Schools for Children with Special Needs If you suspect that your child may have special needs—do not panic. With so many specialized therapies, programs, services, and […]
Disability Inclusion Starts in Childhood
When children with disabilities are included in activities with other children, your child and their peers will promote, foster, and develop disability inclusion and, most importantly, build friendships!
6 Special Education Programs to Check Out
Here are just a few of the many services that differentiate The Deron School from any other special education school.
Sensory Processing Disorder vs Autism: What’s the Difference?
Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder vs Autism Spectrum Disorder Sensory processing plays a significant role in the lives of children with developmental disabilities. While both Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sensory […]
Private Special Education Schools [What to Know]
Should I Send My Child to a Private Special Education School? As a parent, are you worried that your child with developmental disabilities isn’t getting a comprehensive learning experience at […]
Create a Positive Learning Environment for Special Needs Children
To support special needs children in the classroom, educators must be mindful of creating a positive learning environment to suit their unique needs.