What Parents Should Do If a School Refuses to Evaluate Their Child
As a parent, you know when something isn’t right. Maybe your child is struggling with reading. Maybe their teacher keeps mentioning behavior concerns. Maybe homework that should take twenty minutes turns into an hour of frustration and tears. You bring your concerns to the school and ask about testing. But instead of starting the evaluation…
The Future of Special Education: Why Advocacy Matters More Than Ever
By J&J Learning Services (JJLS) Over the last year, special education in the United States has been at a crossroads. Changes in federal policy, ongoing teacher shortages, and persistent racial disparities are reshaping the landscape for millions of students with disabilities. For parents, educators, and advocates, understanding these changes is essential to protecting students’ rights…
Red Flag – My Son’s IEP Meeting (ADHD)
His teacher told me, “I feel like he will always be behind.” When she said those words, my face stayed calm but my stomach dropped. I sat there and felt something shut inside my chest. I remember nodding slowly while my brain was screaming, ‘That is not my child’s story.’ I went home from that…
