Is a PA ABLE Account Right for You?
Selena is a 24-year-old young woman who happens to have autism and an intellectual disability. Because of her disabilities, she…
Your Child’s Transition from Preschool Early Intervention to School Age Programs!
Your child is growing up and it is time to talk about moving from Preschool to Kindergarten or First grade!…
How are You Getting Involved this Summer?
Tired of the winter chill yet? Take a minute to fast forward to that warm summer sun, because now is…
Extended School Year (ESY) Essentials
This article was originally published February 2018 and updated January 2020. What is ESY? Extended School Year services, or ESY,…
After 34 Years, the Supreme Court Revisits FAPE
by Barbara E. Ransom, Esq., Civil Rights Attorney It is important to remember that before 1975, school districts were not…
Self-Advocacy with PEAL’s Youth Leadership Coordinator
So how does one come to being a self-advocate? Meet Katie Smith, PEAL’s Youth Leadership Coordinator who coaches youth and…
Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA): Important Information for Families
PSSA and Keystone tests may be familiar to most parents because most students, including students with disabilities, participate in these…
When is a Threat a Threat? The Rights of Students with Disabilities in Schools
With the increase in incidents of school violence across the United States, school districts are becoming increasingly vigilant in responding…
The Importance of Getting Involved
This article was written by Linda Carmona-Bell and appeared in the FAMILIES TO THE MAX Summer 2018 Newsletter. We as…