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Adjusting to Junior High Curriculum January 23, 2023

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Teens | Tagged back to school, jr high, middle school, new school, parent involvement, preteen, school, teen

How do I know if my child has a learning disability? December 17, 2022

Early intervention can ensure a positive outlook for children with learning disabilities.
Learning disabilities affect reading, writing, speech, calculation, and focus.
Seeing a pediatrician is an important step of addressing a learning disability.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles | Tagged learning disabilities, reading, school, special needs, writing

Negotiating an IEP October 28, 2022

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Be familiar with and realistic about your child’s strengths and weakness before attending the IEP.
Talk beforehand to your child’s teachers about challenges in the classroom and any solutions.
Be patient with yourself and your team. It takes time and experience to develop good negotiation skills and relationships with the professionals involved in your child’s education.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Understanding an IEP October 26, 2022

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Learning the purpose of an IEP, and some of the common terms used, can help parents feel more confident during an IEP meeting.
Always review your child’s IEP to make sure nothing was left out from the meeting.
Follow up on your child’s IEP during the school year by keeping in touch with your case manager and your child’s teachers.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Beginning the IEP Process October 24, 2022

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An IEP differs from a 504 plan and requires progress tracking.
In Utah, your pediatrician may be able to help speed the evaluation process with a letter of diagnosis.
It's important to learn your rights under your state's laws before your IEP meeting.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Kindergarten Countdown: Is Your Child Ready for School? July 28, 2022

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Provo School District starts soon and there are three things required for your kindergartener to start school.
Getting Immunizations can be a positive experience for everyone.
Start the school year off on a healthy foot by getting in to see your pediatrician.

Posted in Immunizations, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged immunizations, kindergarten, school

Homework Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum April 21, 2022

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Keep homework sessions predictable and realistic.
Learn your child's strengths and find ways to leverage those strengths when studying.
Communicate with teachers and find what resources may be available to you at home.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged ASD, autism, autistic, homework, school, special needs

What does autism look like? April 15, 2022

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Autism is a neurological disorder that has gained increased attention over the last decade.
Because autism is a spectrum disorder no two children share identical symptoms or severity.
Learning to recognize and support children on the spectrum can help them feel more comfortable.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged ASD, attention, autism, autistic, disability, emotional behavior, kids, neurological disorder, school, sensory processing, social, social behavior, social challenges, spectrum, spectrum disorder

My child has ADHD. How can I make homework easier? October 12, 2021

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ADHD means kids learn differently, so different strategies are needed.
Counter-intuitive moves like more breaks, wearing headphones, or racing can help.
Play to your child’s strengths and be flexible within a consistent framework.

Posted in Child Behavior, Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged adhd, first time mom, parenting, school, study strategy, teens

Talking About School: Getting Your Child To Open Up October 15, 2020

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Asking your children open-ended questions encourages a more detailed response.
Some children need a little time after they get home from school to open up.
Be respectful of your children’s feelings and don’t try to solve their problems for them.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged communication, middle childhood, parenting, school, teens, tweens

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