Families and Youth Have a Voice on Mental Health Matters Through FYSPRT

A Brief Overview Full Article Parents and young people who struggle with emotional distress, mental illness and/or substance-use disorder can feel powerless to affect change in a complicated medical system. Read More

Attention Students: Lead your own IEP meetings and take charge of your future

If you are a student with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), read this article to find out how you can be a leader on your IEP team. Your future is Read More

Summer is coming! Camps for Individuals with Disabilities

What offers kids, youth, and young adults the chance to try new things, build life skills, meet new people, and succeed? Summer camp!  And it comes with a bonus gift, Read More

How to Have Good Communication with Your Child or Youth’s Doctor 

When your child is impacted by chronic healthcare needs or disability it can be very important to learn to talk with the healthcare professionals that work with your child. Having Read More

Understanding the Health Impacts of Measles

According to the American Pediatric Association, measles was eliminated in the United States in 2000, when there was a year without recording an endemic spread of the virus. Measles is Read More

The Power of Data: Shaping IEPs and 504 plans for Student Success 

Data plays a crucial role in special education, helping teachers, parents, and support teams create effective learning plans for students with disabilities. By understanding data, students and their families can Read More

Does My Child Need a Medical Action Plan?

Medical action plans are for situations where a child has a life-threatening illness or condition, when medication needs to be taken on schedule, and/or they need to be monitored for Read More

Ensuring Safety and Inclusion: Adding an Emergency Action Plan to the IEP or 504 Plan 

Emergency Action Plans are crucial for ensuring the safety of students with disabilities during crises like earthquakes, fires, or active shooter events. These plans should be integrated into existing Individualized Read More

Beyond School Walls: A Guide to Homeschooling in Washington State 

Homeschooling is a popular and flexible educational option for many families. “Home-based instruction” (HBI), as it’s referred to in Washington State law, must meet specific required subjects and instructional hours Read More

Creating Joyful and Inclusive Holidays: Comfortable Social Spaces for Neurodivergent Individuals During the Holidays 

A Brief Overview  Full Article  Navigating social interactions can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent individuals, especially during the holiday season when gatherings are frequent and often overwhelming. While some neurodivergent Read More

Creating Joyful and Inclusive Holidays: Sensory-Friendly Tips for Neurodivergent Loved Ones

A Brief Overview Full Article The holidays are full of sensory experiences. Flickering candles, holiday music, the aromas of food cooking, the fur on an unfamiliar dog, and the sounds Read More