J&J Learning Services (JJLS)
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Empowering Families and Supporting Communities
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🌿 What Is Early Intervention — and How Can an Advocate Support Your Family?
Understanding Your Child’s Needs Shouldn’t Feel Overwhelming The first few years of your child’s life are full of growth, wonder, and discovery. During these early years, you begin to notice how your child interacts with the world — how they communicate, move, play, and respond to routines. Sometimes, parents or caregivers notice that their child Read.
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🌿 Why Childcare Centers Benefit from Partnering with a Special Education Advocate
Supporting Children. Empowering Families. Strengthening Communities. The early years of a child’s life set the foundation for everything that comes after — their learning, communication, social development, emotional regulation, and overall sense of safety in the world. Childcare centers play a critical role in these early stages, often being the first place where differences in Read.
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Navigating Tourette Syndrome in Schools: Advocacy, IEPs, and FAPE
Parenting a child with Tourette Syndrome (TS) can bring both challenges and opportunities for growth. Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary motor and vocal tics that begin in childhood, often between ages 5 and 10. For families, understanding the condition and advocating for appropriate supports at school is essential to ensure that Read.
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Understanding PBIS: Supporting All Students Through Positive Behavior
In today’s schools, teachers and administrators are moving away from punishment-based discipline and toward systems that focus on teaching, reinforcing, and supporting positive behavior. One of the most widely used approaches is Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). For parents—especially those raising children with Behavioral Disorders, ADHD, or Autism—understanding PBIS can help you advocate for Read.
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Universal Screeners & RTI: Building Strong Foundations in Early Education
When children enter Pre-K or Kindergarten, schools want to ensure that every student has the support they need to thrive academically and socially. Two powerful tools used to accomplish this are universal screeners and the Response to Intervention (RTI) process. At J&J Learning Services (JJLS), we believe understanding these tools helps parents partner effectively with Read.
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Special Education Laws Are Federal: What That Means for Families
When your child is identified as needing special education services, one of the first things parents wonder is: “Will my child’s IEP look different if we move to another state?” The good news is that special education is grounded in federal law, meaning the rights of students with disabilities are protected nationwide. While the format Read.
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School Psychologist vs. Physician Evaluations: What Parents Need to Know
For families navigating the special education process, one of the most confusing parts can be understanding the difference between evaluations completed by the school and those completed by a medical provider. Both types of evaluations are important, but they serve different purposes and carry different weight when it comes to services. At J&J Learning Services Read.
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When Special Education Services End: Moving from an IEP to a 504 Plan
One of the most common questions families ask at J&J Learning Services LLC (JJLS) is: “Why would my child stop receiving special education services?” For parents, the idea of losing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can feel unsettling—after all, it’s been the backbone of support for their child’s education. But sometimes, a child no longer Read.
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Understanding 504 Plans: How They Support Children with ADHD and Autism
When parents hear about “504 Plans,” it can feel overwhelming or confusing. Is it the same as an IEP? Does my child qualify? And how will it actually help? At J&J Learning Services LLC (JJLS), we help families understand their options so their children can thrive in school. One important tool is a 504 Plan—especially Read.
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Understanding Assistive Technology (AT): A Tool for Student Success
When we think about helping students thrive in school, we often imagine teachers, classrooms, and lesson plans. But there is another powerful tool that can make a significant difference for children with disabilities: Assistive Technology (AT). For many families, AT can feel like a confusing or intimidating concept. What is it? How does it help? Read.
