Past Webinars
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Preparing for the ACT & SAT: Critical Strategies for Test Success + the New Digital ACT
Topic: Uncover key strategies for navigating the new ACT, choosing the right test for your child, and setting up a winning test prep timeline. Learn practical tips to support students with learning differences and gain the insights needed to guide your student through the ACT with confidence and clarity.
Guest: Alex Chip, Top Score Education
Date: November 12, 2024
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Navigating College Applications: A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Student
Topic: Discover the essential elements of a strong college application, effective strategies for writing a standout personal essay, and tips for navigating the Common Application seamlessly. Gain valuable insights into what admissions officers prioritize and walk away empowered with practical tools, like the AXS Companion, to guide your student through the application process with confidence and ease.
Guest: Kelly Scherr, College Way Consulting
Date: October 15, 2024
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Avoiding Homework Battles: Encouraging Academic Responsibility Without Conflict
Topic: Learn about the underlying causes of children's resistance to homework, strategies for encouraging responsibility without conflict, and how to establish a peaceful schoolwork routine at home. Gain insights into addressing the root of homework struggles and leave empowered with practical tools to make homework time more productive and less stressful.
Guest: Rachel Bailey, Parenting Coach
Date: September 27, 2024
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Understanding the Whole Child with ADHD: Beyond the Diagnosis!
Topic: Learn about ADHD, other commonly co-occurring conditions, diagnosis, treatment options & medication, rights & accommodations, therapeutic approaches, supplements, and more. Leave empowered to advocate for the most effective support in educational settings.
Guest: Dr. Chuck Ng, Potomac Psychiatry
Date: January 10, 2024
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IEP or 504 Plan? What's the Difference?
Topic: Understand the differences between 504 Plans and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and discover how to advocate effectively for your child's unique needs. Learn what each plan offers, when each is appropriate, and how to confidently communicate with educators to secure the right support. All attendees will leave with clear strategies, key buzzwords, and actionable steps to ensure your child receives the appropriate accommodations in school.
Guest: Frances Shefter, Shefter Law, P.A.
Date: October 12, 2023
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Navigating the New Digital SAT
Topic: Stay ahead of the changes to the SAT with an in-depth look at the new digital format launching in March 2024. Learn key differences between the traditional SAT, the new Digital SAT, and the ACT, and discover when and how to start preparing effectively. Gain actionable strategies for guiding your student through this transition, including choosing the right test, understanding the Digital SAT’s structure, and accommodating special needs.
Guest: Alex Chip, Top Score
Date: September 14, 2023
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Mastering College Transition for Students with Learning Differences
Topic: Prepare your student with learning differences for a successful college transition with essential insights from disability services expert Dan Jordan. Learn how to address common challenges, support students with hidden disabilities, and identify critical skills for academic and personal success. Gain practical strategies to transition from being a 24/7 parent to guiding a young adult living independently, while understanding key resources and potential pitfalls. Leave equipped to help your teenager thrive in their first year of college and beyond.
Guest: Dan Jordan, Accessing College
Date: April 18, 2023
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Unlocking Executive Functioning: The Power of Social-Emotional Skills
Topic: Explore the connection between social-emotional skills and executive functioning, focusing on how mental health and neurodiversity influence a student's ability to manage tasks and emotions. Gain insights into the personalized nature of executive functioning support and understand why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work. Leave with a deeper understanding of how to tailor strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
Guest: Dr. Kristen Eccleston
Date: March 14, 2023
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Busting Myths: Understanding & Empowering Students with Learning Differences
Topic: Discover practical strategies to debunk common myths about students with learning differences and learn how to support your child effectively. Wayland will share insights on identifying the root of challenging behaviors, responding in a supportive way to anxious children, and fostering meaningful relationships. Gain actionable tips to address misconceptions, improve communication, and help your child build essential skills for navigating social and educational settings confidently.
Guest: Dr. Sarah Wayland, Guiding Exceptional Parents
Date: January 17, 2023
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Mastering the College Test Maze: SAT or ACT? Unlocking the Secrets
Topic: Unsure whether the SAT or ACT is the best fit for your child? Join Kelly to explore key differences in format, content, and scoring to help you make an informed decision. Learn practical tips for reducing test-taking anxiety, effective preparation strategies, and insights into accommodations. Leave with specific and actionable strategies to guide your student towards choosing and succeeding on the right test, while minimizing stress for both parent and child.
Guest: Kelly McDowell, Illuminos Academic Coach
Date: September 20, 2022
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IEP vs 504 and Parental Rights Explained: Navigating School Accommodations
Topic: If your child needs more support at school to succeed, understanding your options and navigating the process can be overwhelming. Join Jennifer and Stephanie as they guide you through recognizing signs that your child may need accommodations, exploring available support options, and learning how to initiate the process. Gain insights into parental rights, legal distinctions between types of support, and best practices for working with schools.
Guest: Jennifer Engel Fisher & Stephanie Frumkin
Date: March 8, 2022
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Beyond ADHD Diagnosis: Expert Strategies for Parenting Teens with Learning Differences
Topic: Parenting a teen with ADHD comes with unique challenges, but with the right strategies, you can help them not only survive but thrive. Learn essential facts about ADHD beyond the diagnosis, discover how Executive Function impacts learning, motivation, and behavior, and explore best practices for supporting your teenager at home and in school. Gain actionable insights to better understand and support your ADHD teen's journey.
Guest: Cindy Goldrich, PTS Coaching
Date: January 11, 2022
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Understanding teens: A Fresh Perspective on Language & Social Skills
Topic: Language plays a vital role in a teenager's ability to communicate, think, and build relationships. For teens with learning differences who struggle to express their feelings, this can be especially challenging. Learn how to identify language-related disabilities, support your teen’s emotional communication, and shift your perspective on “difficult behaviors.” Discover the difference between language and speech, and gain a clearer understanding of when a speech-language therapist may be needed. Gain insights on how active communication forms the foundation for social skills and relationships.
Guest: Gabriele Nicolet, SpeechKids
Date: December 7, 2021