Did you know that some school students, particularly those in rural areas such as Reservations, may ride the school bus for over 2 hours one way? Not exactly rocket science to identify it as a ...

My son is currently in his 13th year of school. Let me just say this–it comes really fast. Like really, really fast. Mind you, he’s in a life skills program, so his IEP years of 18-21 are kind of ...

Assistive technology is one of the most underused supports in many IEPs. Parents often ask questions like: How do I get assistive technology added to my child’s IEP? Who decides what device is ...

Five-year-old Liam had just gotten home from preschool. Like a lot of kids that age, he was still wearing his backpack. He had been riding in the car with his dad after school. When they pulled into ...

Buying gifts for autistic teens and adults can feel tricky. You want something they’ll genuinely enjoy—not something that feels childish, overwhelming, or chosen just because it says “special needs” ...