RESOURCES
Part of our model includes enabling parents and adults to be the best advocate for their student inside and outside the classroom. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or volunteer, we invite you to check out the resources below!
How to Choose Best-Fit Schools
Helpful Links
Ending the School Year Strong (And Starting Stronger Next Time)
Helpful Links
- Key questions to ask your child’s teacher (video)
- End of Year Parent Task List (infographic)
- End of Year Parent Task List (article)
- Back to School Tips for Parents (article)
- Back to School Tips for Parents (infographic)
Supporting a Child with ADHD
Helpful Links
3 Powerful, Free, Non-Chemical Treatments for ADHD Video
Parenting a Child with ADHD Article
Accommodations that Support Students with ADHD at School List
ADHD As A Difference In Cognition, Not A Disorder TEDx Video
Natural and Non-Medication Treatments for ADHD Infographic
Making the Most of Homework Time
Helpful Links
Make Homework A Peaceful Practice Tips Video
Make Homework Fun Infographic– https://www.learningsuccessblog.com/5-ways-make-homework-fun-kids-visually-infographic
Monitor the Quality of Your Child’s Homework Infographic
What Schools Do With It & How Parents Can Help Article
Enroll in HFY Tutoring Here
Understanding & Building Executive Functions
Helpful Links
What is Executive Function? Video
Executive Function Skills Infographic
Executive Function Skill Development by Age Matrix
Building Executive Functioning at Home Article
10 Games to Improve Executive Function Skills List
IL Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) for Post-Secondary Success
Helpful Links
How DRS can help with post-secondary success Video
DRS Fact Sheet for High School Students
Division of Rehabilitation Services Referral Process Video
DRS College Funding Checklist
Complete DRS Referral Form 60 days before Graduation
Understanding IEPs
Helpful Links
What is an IEP? Key Elements Video
IEP Instructions–Understanding Each Section
A Comprehensive IEP Guide
Examples of S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Accommodations & Strategies Resource Bank
Understanding Standardized Test Scores
Helpful Links
How can I make the most of my child’s standardized test scores? Video
NWEA Map Test & Score Report Explanation Article w/ Infographics
i-Ready Test & Score Report Explanation Article w/ Infographic & Video
FastBridge Test & Score Report Explanation FAQs w/ Infographics
Standardized Test Scoring Language—Great infographic for understanding “percentiles”
Preparing to Receive Support Services After High School
