ADHD Weekly, September 7, 2023

Help Your Teen Plan a Rewarding Gap Year

Has your teen decided to take a gap year between high school and college? If so, you might be worried about what they will do during this year or more out of school and if they will go to college afterward. Many teens, especially those with ADHD, benefit from an academic break and successfully transition…



Should Students Attend IEP Meetings?

Should students be included in IEP and other meetings to plan their academic accommodations? High school students are already invited to attend the meetings regarding their academics, but what about elementary and middle school students? Student attendance at meetings that determine services they will receive is part of teaching them self-advocacy. The Individuals with Disabilities…



Watch Now: Five Keys to Developing Executive Function Skills

Ask the Expert Highlight: Five Keys to Developing Executive Function Skills at School and at Home Featuring Julie Principe Educator Julie Principe shares five keys to developing executive function skills that build on strengths and support growth in independence at school and at home: know your strengths, co-regulation, (emotional regulation, environment, and physical regulation. Ms.…