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Back to School with Learning Disabilities

Strategies for Success with Learning Disabled Students

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Is anyone really ready for back to school? I'm thinking the answer is no. Each year, we resolve to do better, plan ahead, get things done sooner. That said, there is something about the mad dash for back to school that makes us prioritize and helps us streamline our efforts by focusing on what is really important and toss what is not. In that spirit, here are some essential strategies to help your child with learning disabilities get off to a good start in school.

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How to Plan for School Success with Learning Disabilities in School:

1. Get Organized for Back to School - Organizing your Learning Disabled Child

Children with learning disabilities and those with behavioral concerns such as ADHD often need help with organizational skills. Preparing your child's workspace now, and taking time to make planning a regular part of her routine will help her start the year with better efficiency and time management skills:

2. Prepare for the New School Year - Review your Child's IEP or 504 Plan

Has your child's IEP been reviewed within the last year? If not, mark your calendar now as a reminder to call the IEP team chairperson at school about two weeks before school starts to schedule a meeting to conduct her annual review. This suggestion goes for 504 plans as well.

3. Brush up on Reading Skills - Continue Practicing Reading, Learning Vocabulary

Encourage your child to continue your summer reading schedule over the school break and right up to the beginning of school. That's the best way to prepare for the coming school year.

It's not a bad idea to start reading Accelerated Reader List books now so your child will be ahead. Try to stay ahead on your school's reader requirements during the school year to combat those last minute cries of "Mom, tomorrow is the last day to take my accelerated reader test."

4. Practice Math - Practicing Math in Summer to Get Ready for School

Keep math skills sharp by:

5. Practice Writing During School Breaks to Get Ready for School

Continue working on writing skills during break to be in top shape for the coming school year.

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