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Teacher helping student in special education class

Special education: What is it and is it right for your child?

September 25, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Learning and School, Learning Disabilities, Right Feature, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Special education is instruction that is specially designed, at no cost to the parents, to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability.

Voting 101: A guide to voting in the November election

September 11, 2024/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

In preparation for Election Day we have developed a guide to help inform you and your teen about voting.

School avoidance: What to do when kids refuse to go to school

August 30, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Learning and School, Parenting, Right Feature, Right Highlight, School Health, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Understanding the causes of school avoidance and implementing effective strategies can help children overcome this problem and succeed in school.

Little boy giving thumbs up in school room

Reducing back-to-school anxiety in children with autism

August 23, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Autism, Back to School, Diseases and Conditions, Learning and School, Right Feature, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Back-to-school anxiety can be overwhelming, especially for children with autism. Here’s how to make this school year a positive experience.

Back-to-school vaccines

August 22, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Doctor’s Visits, Learning and School, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Back-to-school time is a great time to ensure all your child’s vaccines are up to date. In fact, many school systems require children to be vaccinated to attend school.