As a parent, you may have heard whispers about Extended School Year (ESY) services, a service often portrayed as an exclusive program for students with the most profound needs. However, ESY is a crucial, legally mandated component of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) designed to help students with disabilities continue making adequate progress toward their goals. If your child has an IEP, it’s essential to understand what Extended School Year is, what it isn't, and how to advocate...

When a child’s behavior starts to interfere with their learning (or the learning of others), it should be an immediate red flag that the...