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My article on college admissions was published in this month’s issue of Washington Parent Magazine and is featured as an Editor’s pick. 😊

The title is, “Overly Stressed About Applying to College? You May Be Missing the Point.” It focuses on the mental health and preparedness aspects of going to college.

Overly Stressed About Applying to College? You May Be Missing the Point Overwhelmed by college applications? Learn how to navigate the process, debunk common myths, and prepare your teen for success.

Supporting Students With Disabilities in Degree Attainment

4 barriers to accommodation for students with disabilities Students with disabilities in higher education are less likely to graduate and land full-time employment after college, compared to their peers. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office highlights solutions colleges can take to better aid these learners.

Autism, dyslexia, ADHD: How colleges are helping ‘neurodivergent’ students succeed

Autism, dyslexia, ADHD: How colleges are helping ‘neurodivergent’ students succeed - The Hechinger Report As public understanding of neurodiversity expands, colleges are trying new strategies to help neurodivergent students succeed.

An interesting discussion on taking the SATs.

Why some universities are returning to standardized testing in admissions process Headlines around higher education this year have centered on protests, free speech and student safety. But some important changes on the academic and admissi...

My recent presentation for Fusion Academy.

"Using College Admissions to Set Students Up for Long-term Success"

College Admissions Masterclass: Tips & Strategies for High School Students (Rockville, MD) Overwhelmed by the college application process? This informative presentation, delivered by Sumaiya Olatunde, a Rockville, MD-based College Admissions Consul...

Not the only reason for the rise in kids' anxiety but definitely a contributing factor.

https://activeforlife.com/childrens-anxiety-and-the-decline-of-play

Children’s anxiety and the decline of play Research shows that kids have been feeling more anxious in recent years—even before the pandemic. Learn why and what we, as parents, can do.

Free reading resources for emerging, stuck and struggling readers.

Treasure Hunt Reading - Basics of Reading and Writing | Prenda Prenda’s Treasure Hunt Reading is a simple program designed to help children learn the basics of reading and writing at their own pace.

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A good documentary film on ADHD. Watch it free online.

The Disruptors | ADHD Documentary The Disruptors takes an immersive look at our approach to ADHD that debunks the most harmful myths, and examines the flip side of this trait that ultimately offers a revelatory understanding of the diagnosis, and real hope for millions of kids, families and adults with ADHD.

I highly recommend this book for teaching tolerance to people of all ages, and I believe that it should be in every library and every school. I love the way the author and illustrator tell this story about how some people may not be able to speak but are just as capable and valuable to our world as anyone else. The story and the drawings masterfully capture the very real thoughts and feelings of a son and his mother on a day out into the world. It also provides a really great example for those of us who may not know how to react or respond when we interact with someone different from anyone else that we may have met before. The answer -- with respect and compassion -- isn't a surprise, but many people struggle with just how to do this. This story shows you how in a warm and welcoming way. The illustrations fittingly magnify and uplift the lessons in this story with no words. It's a beautiful book for educators, children of all abilities and parents who want to help make the world a better place for us all.

Check out the author here: Fidgets and Fries

A Day With No Words|Hardcover A must-read that belongs in every home and classroom, A Day With No Words invites readers into the life of an Autism Family who communicates just as the child does, without spoken language.This colorful and engaging picture book for young readers shares what life can...

Understanding "the spectrum" (cartoon)

https://the-art-of-autism.com/understanding-the-spectrum-a-comic-strip-explanation/?fbclid=IwAR1oF42ITm3mm8QZ-1hGh0Dq0A6WxJRJxp4WXo59_IBQAW21VrCuvjJ_M44

Understanding the spectrum – a comic strip explanation By Rebecca Burgess   For printable PDF version in English click here.  For version in Spanish click here. French version click here.

Video to help understand ABA therapy.

Best Practices in ASD Treatment: Applied Behavior Analysis Update This talk will provide an overview of the defining features of the science of ABA, provide an overview of some examples of how it can be applied and discuss ...