5 Steps to a Successful ESY for Your Child with Special Needs Summer break is almost here, but for many special needs students, the end of the school year brings anxiety about losing hard-won skills. Extended School Year (ESY) programs can bridge that gap, but navigating the process can feel overwhelming. Here are
Reading Intervention Strategies Studies show that reading interventions can be effective, particularly when implemented early. The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reports that interventions in grades 1-3 had positive impacts on reading skills, especially for word recognition and fluency https://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/index.asp?HasSearched=1&searchcat2=subjectindex&L1=229&L2=0. Reading intervention is a targeted approach to instruction that aims to accelerate
Personalized Learning Solutions Embracing personalized learning solutions marks a vital step forward in education. With each student having unique learning needs, preferences, and interests, the traditional one-size-fits-all education model no longer suffices. But here's the twist: technology offers the tools necessary to bring personalized learning to life in any classroom efficiently. Experiencing the
What Is the Difference between RTI and MTSS? National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). (2017). The effectiveness of Tier 2 and Tier 3 RTI interventions: A meta-analysis. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6701471/ A 2017 meta-analysis by the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) found that students who received Tier 2 and Tier 3 RTI interventions made significantly
How Does Equity Differ from Equality in Education? Data from the National Center for Education Statistics paints a picture: students from low-income families are significantly less likely to graduate from high school in comparison to their more affluent peers. This highlights a deep inequity in the American educational system. Equity, in contrast to
Homeschooling with Dyslexia Homeschooling is a growing educational choice for many families, and some children with disabilities can effectively be taught at home with close attention to needs and best practices. Dyslexia is a relatively common learning difference, affecting at least 1 out of 10 students, or 10 percent of the entire student
Unveiling the Power of Data-Driven Education: Insights from Lili Rivas' Webinar At the enlightening webinar hosted by Lili Rivas, the Customer Success Manager for Let's Go Learn (LGL), with a rich background as a Bilingual/Dual Language teacher for 16 years in an inner-city public school, Lili's journey and expertise brought to light the
Dr. Julie Bost: Leading the Way in Special Education as 2024 CEC President-Elect The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) has announced Dr. Julie Irene Bost as the 2024 CEC President-Elect, highlighting her distinguished career and dedication to improving special education. With her profound expertise and passion for inclusive education, Dr. Bost is positioned
In traditional education, a standardized teaching method clashes with the varied ways students learn, highlighting the need to explore innovative strategies like optimizing Learning Potential with Diagnostic Assessments. Some may excel in mathematics but struggle with writing, while others may have a natural talent for visual learning but find auditory instruction challenging. Recognizing and
What is the best dyslexia screener? Let’s Go Learn is proud to announce a groundbreaking online digital screener for dyslexia as our contribution to accelerating progress for struggling readers impacted by the COVID pandemic. According to Martinelli of the Child Mind Institute, “It is estimated that as many as one in five kids
