“For many students with disabilities—and for many without—the key to success in the classroom lies in having appropriate adaptations, accommodations, and modifications made to the instruction and other classroom activities.” “Adaptations, accommodations, and modifications need to be individualized for students, based upon their needs and their personal learning styles and interests. It is not always…
Joyce Herzog is a gifted teacher and author of many educational products that simplify teaching for you and learning for your students. Joyce taught classrooms of learning disabled students in private and public schools for many years and has been working with homeschooling families for two decades. She has addressed rapt audiences of appreciative parents…
In January and February, Martin Pierce & Jeffery Babb made presentations to both our Tennessee and Georgia support groups sharing information about Special Needs Trusts, Conservatorships, Guardianships, Powers of Attorney and other related resources. Below are listed some of the resources which were referenced in those events as well as some additional Georgia-specific resources shared…
A Special Touch Chapter is a faith-based friendship support group with regular meetings. Special Touch Chapters enrich the lives of people with disabilities through the exchange of helpful information, resources, mentorship, encouragement, and opportunities for fun and friendship. Special Touch Getaways in multiple states, including Georgia. Special Touch Ministry Camp
Georgia Parent Mentor Partnership Although the specific job descriptions and work plans may vary slightly from one school district to another, mentor’s work is focused on enhancing communication and collaboration between families, schools, and communities in order to improve outcomes for students with disabilities and their families. Families: Parent mentors provide information and resources to…
“Shepherds College is a three-year post-secondary educational program that assists young adults with intellectual disabilities in successfully transitioning from school to work, and from home to independent living. We are one of only a few resources for students with intellectual disabilities in the nation. Students at Shepherds College receive education, skills training and support to…
Family Support Program still has funding available in all counties except McMinn. Families can obtain an application at the website familysupporttn.com If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks! Kristi Kristi R. Tankersley, LMSW Orange Grove Center Asst. Director, Family Support Program 615 Derby Street Chattanooga, TN 37404 tel: 423-664-5120 fax: 423-664-5122 The Tennessee…
The Accommodations Manual: A guide to Selecting, Administering, and Evaluating the Use of Test Administration Accommodations for Students with Disabilities (updated December 2014) is now available on the Assessment & Accountability website under the link “For Educators”. In addition, IEP and IEP/504 teams should always consider the purpose of the assessment and consult Georgia’s Student…
Easy Up WING is made for kids who wear AFOs, DAFOs, orthoses and splints. It has been specially designed using the new lateral dial to avoid accidental openings (i.e. on the wheelchair footrest or on stairway steps). Thanks to its tilting heel, the WING can be completely opened as if it was a slipper, easily…
“At BrightStar of Chattanooga, we realize that babies, infants and children living with disabilities or special needs have unique care requirements. That’s why we have trained care professionals who specialize in adminstering in-home pediatric care and can provide comprehensive case management and support for children with disabilities and special needs. From autism, spina bifida and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to cerebral palsy,…
