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#TransitionTuesday You do not need to plan your entire future today. NCLD’s guide helps youth learn about their rights, explore opportunities, and build self-advocacy skills for life after high school.
Learn more: ncld.org/?resources=planning…
#TransitionPlanning #SelfAdvocacy
AI Guides for #SpecialEducation and #EarlyIntervention Advocacy - CADRE
Guides to help parents use #AI confidently and safely to support special education advocacy, protect privacy, and navigate #DisputeResolution.
cadreworks.org/resources/cad…
ALT Mother and daughter with Down syndrome enjoy a bonding moment in front of a computer at home.
#MilestoneMonday: NJ Early Intervention supports eligible children from birth to age 3. Concerned about your child's development? Call 1-888-653-4463 to ask about an evaluation.
Learn more: nj.gov/health/fhs/eis/for-fa…
#ActEarly #EarlyIntervention
How to Talk to Your #Teen About #SubstanceUse
Research shows that #ClearRules help keep kids safe.
childmind.org/article/talk-t…
8 surprising ways to boost #ExecutiveFunction (and what the research says)
understood.org/en/articles/b…
#GriefAtWork: What to Do When You Need #Understanding, #Flexibility, and #Support -
Workplace grief support varies widely. Learn your rights, how to communicate your needs, and ways to find support at work during grief.
blog.partingstone.com/workpl…
What Parents Should Know About #Teens, #Drinking, and #Drugs And how to help your child make good choices.
childmind.org/article/parent…
Supporting Families to Engage in the #IEP/#IFSP Process and #ResolveConflicts-
A self-paced course offering practical strategies and #CADRE resources to help families navigate IEP/IFSP processes, communication, and #ConflictResolution.
share.articulate.com/grkOKGg…
Honoring National #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth (NDEAM)2026-
Every October, workplaces nationwide celebrate #NDEAM, recognizing the valuable contributions of workers with disabilities to America’s economy, culture & #Workforce.
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#TransitionTuesday: There is no single path after high school. My Next Move helps youth explore careers, learn about different kinds of work, and identify options that match their interests and goals.
Learn more: mynextmove.org/
#TransitionPlanning #CareerExploration
7 Strategies to Teach Students #TextComprehension-
Teaching children strategies for understanding what they read helps them become purposeful, active readers who are in control of their own reading comprehension.
readingrockets.org/topics/co…
ALT A young girl poses with a Harry Potter book against a pink backdrop, capturing a candid reading moment.
#MilestoneMonday: Concerned about your child's development? CDC milestone checklists can help you track skills and discuss concerns with your child's doctor.
Learn more: cdc.gov/act-early/families/c…
#ActEarly #ChildDevelopment
#EffectiveCommunication in #IEPMeetings
A two-part video series from CADRE demonstrating ineffective and effective #Communication between parents and school administrators during a #SpecialEducationMeeting.
cadreworks.org/resources/cad…
ALT A couple discusses adoption with a social worker in a modern kitchen setting.
Helping Your Child Discover the #JoyOfReading-
#Reading is a lifelong skill that opens the door to #Learning, imagination & new possibilities.
Explore these tips to help your child grow into a confident, enthusiastic reader.
nea.org/professional-excelle…
What are #RelatedServices in Your Child’s #IEP
Related services help children with disabilities benefit from their #SpecialEducation by providing #ExtraHelp and #Support in needed areas
sites.ed.gov/idea/regs/b/a/3…
ALT A teacher and student exchanging a high five during a classroom session in Yalova, Türkiye.
The Civil Rights of Students With #HiddenDisabilities & #Section504-
Not all disabilities are visible. Section 504 protects students with hidden disabilities from discrimination & helps ensure equal access at school & college
ed.gov/laws-and-policy/indiv…
ALT Students attentively learning in a classroom at the International School of Prishtina.
#CivicEngagement
In this issue of RAISE The Standard, we will explore how #YoungPeopleWithDisabilities can use their voices to help create more inclusive communities & make sure their experiences and needs are heard.
raisecenter.org/https-myemai…
Coping with Change: Coping with Transition Periods in #IDDCare-
This resource provides families caring for loved ones with #IDD with strategies to recognize #Stress, #ManageChallenges, and navigate planned and unexpected changes.
caregiving.com/content/copin…
#EngagingParents in Productive Partnerships - CADRE
An easy-to-read guide with practical tips for educators and service providers to collaborate with parents, including #IEPmeeting recommendations.
cadreworks.org/resources/cad…
ALT A family of four seeks advice from a professional during an indoor consultation in a bright room.
#TransitionTuesday: Young people should have an active voice in planning their future. Youth Engagement Now offers resources developed by and with young adults with disabilities to build leadership and self-advocacy skills.
yen.transitionta.org/
ALT Transition Tuesday graphic featuring a YouTube video screenshot of five smiling young adults giving thumbs-up, with “Youth Engagement Now” text and the SPAN logo below.