As a parent of a child with a learning disability, it’s important to advocate for your child in order to implement positive changes. You know your child best and by following these simple tips, you can help educators and professionals identify better with your children.
- Connect with those that make decisions regarding your child’s education or priorities. These could be teachers, therapists, administrators or anyone else that has power to decide on learning habits of your child. Get to know them and do not be afraid to speak about your concerns.
- Gather information and keep records. Research the background of a learning disability and know treatments, learning settings or training that provide positive results. It is important to keep any necessary information regarding your child’s assessment information and education records. Also keeping track of homework or creative assignments can provide insight into your child’s patterns or progressive results.
- Involve your child in the decision making process. Support and respect your child’s need to make decisions on their own. A learning disability is a lifelong affair and it is important the child is not hindered from making their own choices.
- Be aware of the rules. Contact your local Department of Education and learn the policies and laws that your child’s school must abide by for children with learning disabilities. The school can provide special services for children with learning disabilities. By knowing the guidelines, you can assure your child takes advantage of any accomadations that can help them succeed.