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Stanislaus Partners in Education Offers Business Internships For Teachers

Nan Austin of The Modesto Bee shares about a unique, one-week opportunity for teachers to gain insights into practical aspects of teaching, the workings of local businesses and agencies, and career opportunities for their students. For more details and how to apply: http://www.modbee.com/news/local/education/article97078712.html www.stanislauspartners.com

A Special Education Teacher Asks, “Where Are My Parents at Back-To-School Night?”

Take a look at this special education classroom at a recent back-to-school night. The teacher shared how significant amount of time was spent displaying what the students have worked on and what they will be learning and doing this academic year. And had this question for parents and educators. What's been your experience or why do

“Just Say It Ain’t So,” A Young Mother’s Anguish Over Child with Special Needs

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org @meenatadimeti Our family was traveling in Utah last week and one night we were having dinner at a restaurant. Our waitress, Sarah, in her 20s observed that my daughter couldn’t lift her heavy glass of water and immediately transferred it to a plastic cup with extra attention and care. So, I asked her

Helping Parents Help Their Children with Special Needs

Many of you will be attending back-to-school nights, IEP meetings or meetings with your child’s principal/teacher this week or in the upcoming weeks. We would appreciate if you would take a moment to share this website with your child's teacher/principal/therapist or someone you know who has a child with special needs. Many parents after joining specialneedsinmycity.org tell

#6: (Part 2/2) Before School Closes, 3 Simple Ways to Achieve Extraordinary Results with Your Child’s IEP Team

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org @snimcity Final Part of Two Series: Here is part two of the series, "Before School Closes". In this show, hear the details from my year-end IEP meeting. Listen to the feedback from the team on what worked this year, what didn't work as they hoped for and what areas need improvement in terms

#5: (Part 1/2) Before School Closes, 3 Simple Ways to Achieve Extraordinary Results with Your Child’s IEP Team

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org @snimcity Part One of Two Series: [dropcap]H[/dropcap]ere are three simple things that every parent who has a child in special education should not lose the opportunity to do before school closes shortly. By taking the time now to ask each of your child's IEP members, you too will find it immensely helpful to

Effort to Build an Inclusive Playground Begins For Special Needs Communities in Central Valley

By: Rachel Loredo Contributor: SpecialNeedsinmycity.com @snimcity Friends and Families, mark your calendars! We need your help. Please come help us design our community playground! The first meeting will be May 18th @6 pm at ‪The Century in downtown Modesto. This is a family event, so all ages are welcome, and encouraged. Bring

#4: Hip Dysplasia, What Parents Can Do for their Children at Risk, Early Signs and Effective Treatments- Interview with Shriners Surgeon, Dr. Jon Davids

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org @snimcity Children with severe motor impairments experience hip problems causing pain or discomfort when walking, moving, sitting or standing. We asked Dr. Jon Davids, a well-known and highly respected pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Shriners Hospitals for Children in Sacramento to share his insights and expertise in treating children with hip abnormalities, current approaches