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Jan, 2014
Many of us grow up riding the school bus, but when it comes to riding a city bus, there are a few adjustments to make. Here are some tips: Planning the Bus Trip: Know How to Read a Bus Schedule Check out the routes. Study them to understand where they go.There may be a search feature that helps
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Aug, 2013
Going to the movies with friends is a popular activity for groups of friends or for dating. What if you’re used to going with family members and you’re not sure what to do? Let’s review. Planning Ahead First of all, figure out which movie to see and plan your budget. Theater schedules change each week, usually in the
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Aug, 2013
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] A picture of a wallet. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Being active in the community usually means that, if you’re going to be out for a few hours, you’re probably going to want something to eat or drink while you’re out. Here are a few ideas to consider before walking out the door: Take Water and
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Jul, 2013
Okay, new graduate. You’ve finished high school, and your classmates, at least most of them, are going on to college. You say to yourself, I want to go to college! Of course, you want to do what your friends are doing, right? It’s understandable that you don’t want to stay at home while everyone else is having a
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Jul, 2013
My Child is Growing Up! What Can I Do to Prepare for the Future? Yes, children with disabilities do grow up. IEP teams are required to begin the transition planning process in early adolescence. While we might focus on academic skills, it's important to look at behavior, routines, and social skills. Sometimes we enjoy (or grow accustomed
READ MOREBeing independent requires being able to navigate the community safely. What are some tips? [caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] English: A pedestrian LED Traffic Light in Financial District, New York City, NY Deutsch: Eine Fussgängerampel im Financial District in New York City (Photo credit: Wikipedia)[/caption] Prepare to be aware of the environment. The first step in community safety
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May, 2013
Parents feel better when they know their children are safe and have some skills to solve problems independently. Developing independence means that we give up a little bit of control as children grow up and attend school, participate in sports or community activities, or spend the night away from home. How do you feel about your child
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May, 2013
Individuals with disabilities go through many transitions in their school career as they progress through elementary, middle school and high school. At each stage, teams discuss how to make the transition as smooth as possible. What is expected at the next level? Will teachers understand his or her needs? How can we make it less stressful?Even more worrisome
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Apr, 2013
Dr. Cindy Fisher, President and CEO I am a special educator with over 30 years' experience teaching students with a variety of disabilities, ages 5-21. Currently, I work with 18 to 21 year-olds in post high school transition services. My students spend a lot of time in restaurants, in stores, at the public library, on job sites and
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