Jul 25, 2025 | Early Childhood, Family Life, Special Needs
Brittany Moog, U.S. Swim School Association Water safety is essential for all children. But formal swim lessons can be a lifesaving experience for kids with disabilities. While every child benefits from structured instruction, children with disabilities face unique...
Feb 22, 2025 | Family Life, Medical, Special Needs
By Susan Kricun Imagine being a parent faced with the responsibility of caring for a child who has a life-limiting condition. Each day brings an endless stream of medical appointments, therapies, and an overwhelming weight of emotional, physical, and mental demands....
Jul 27, 2023 | Education, Local News, Special Needs
By: Samantha Incorvaia For the first time in Chandler Unified School District (CUSD), high schools hosted exclusive tours for students with disabilities before the first day of school July 19. CUSD high schools welcomed families during open house hours to...
Sep 29, 2022 | Behavioral & Developmental, Early Childhood, Education, Special Needs
By Laura Ory October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. Karla Phillips-Krivickas of Think Inclusion helps to explain what can be done to support students with learning disabilities. Learning and attention issues, like dyslexia and ADHD, are quite common,...
Sep 29, 2022 | Behavioral & Developmental, Family Life, Special Needs
Making Halloween a “Treat” for All Kids By Katy Springer Like most kids, 5-year-old Remi loves Halloween. The Gilbert kindergartner enjoys picking out a costume, getting all dressed up and trick-or-treating with his brothers and sisters in his family’s...
Jul 29, 2022 | Family Life, Special Needs
By Melanie Isaacs A cautionary tale on expectations vs. reality I have the perfect family day planned: picnic at the park, then taking in our favorite local museum topped off with family laughter in the car and an adorable photo of us all smiling with the sunset in...