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Getting reevaluated for special education

Getting reevaluated for special education

FromUnderstood Explains


Getting reevaluated for special education

FromUnderstood Explains

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Aug 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

How often do kids need to be reevaluated for special education? What are schools looking for when they reevaluate students? Learn the basics from host Dr. Andy Kahn and special education teacher Kate Garcia. And find out key details, like why this process is extra important for high-schoolers who are thinking about going to college. Worried that the school might cut your child’s services? Get advice from parenting expert Amanda Morin on how to avoid passing those feelings on to your child. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.  We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at podcast@understood.org.  Understood.org is a resource dedicated to shaping the world so the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about Understood Explains and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts.  Copyright © 2022 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved. Understood is not affiliated with any pharmaceutical company. 
Released:
Aug 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (31)

There’s a lot to learn about learning and thinking differences like dyslexia and ADHD. “Understood Explains” is a podcast that unpacks one important topic each season. Season 1 covers the ins and outs of the process school districts use to evaluate kids for special education services. Host Andy Kahn is a psychologist who spent nearly 20 years evaluating kids for schools. He explains each step of the evaluation process and gives tips on how to talk with your child along the way.