7 Ways Schizophrenia Impacts Education

Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder that presents a variety of obstacles to learning. Read this month’s blog to learn about the symptoms of schizophrenia, how it can affect a student’s education, and how our diagnosticians can help.

The 13 Categories of IDEA: What Conditions Can Qualify My Student for Special Education?

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The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) defines 13 categories of conditions that can quality students for special education. Check out this month’s blog to learn what these categories are, and how our team can help your student receive appropriate support.

Understanding Supports, Services, Accommodations, Modifications & Placements

Academic accommodations, services, modifications, and placements: do you know the differences?

Check out this week’s blog to brush up on your education program lingo and discover how each type of intervention can help your child reach their academic potential.


“Could I Have ADHD?”: 7 Tips to Identify & Manage Executive Functioning Challenges

Ever wondered why you have issues with planning, memory, time management, or attention? If so, check out this week’s blog!

Dealing with Dysgraphia: 7 Steps to Help Your Child Overcome Writing Challenges

Does writing or typing seem way harder than it should be for your child or teen? Do they have trouble gripping a pencil, organizing sentences, or using proper grammar?

If writing challenges are holding your child back in school, they may have a learning disability known as dysgraphia. Check out this week’s blog to learn the signs and how you can help.

Why isn’t my kid making any friends?

Does your kid struggle to make or keep friends? There are many reasons why some kids have a harder time than others in building friendships. Check out this week’s blog to uncover 8 common causes, and learn how we can help.

9 Facts About Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)

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When schools provide internal evaluations, they see results before the parents and those results are added to the student’s academic record. Since school evaluators are employed by the district, their results are at risk of being biased. An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) can provide a more thorough, objective, and private testing experience. Check out this week’s blog on the benefits of IEEs and how Variations can help.

8 Reasons to Get Your Kid Tested by an Educational Psychologist

Could your child or teen benefit from Educational Testing?

Whether your student struggles or excels in school, testing may be the best next step in providing their optimal education. Check out this week’s blog to learn how educational testing can help your kid overcome barriers and achieve their potential.