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Choosing a School for Your Child: Resources and Information for Finding the Right One

Your child will spend at least 16,000 hours at school from kindergarten through grade 12. That's only one reason why it’s important to select a school that will allow your child to thrive. The Web offers solid resources and information to help you in choosing a school for your child that meets their needs and those of your family.

Understanding Different Types of Schools

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Schools for Gifted Students

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Special Education Programs

Some children experience difficulty in school, ranging from concentration problems to learning, perception and behavior problems. These students may need special education programs to learn at their own unique pace.

Insights for Special Education Programs

  • Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, parents of kids with special needs can work with educators to create an individualized education plan (IEP). Learn more about IEPs and the referral and evaluation process.
  • If your child is referred to a special education program, it’s a good idea to become familiar with your rights under special education laws.
  • Although learning disabilities are never outgrown, proper identification, support and intervention can help a child become successful in learning and in life. To learn more about learning disabilities, see our findingDulcinea Learning Disabilities Web Guide.

Top Sites for Special Education Programs

ADDitude, a Web site devoted to children with ADD and learning disabilities, has an article on what to look for when selecting a school or special education program for a child with ADHD.
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NICHCY has a collection of special needs agencies in all 50 states, with links to additional resources for parents looking for information on special education programs.
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