Talk to your child: find out how he or she feels about school, as well as his or her likes and dislikes.

Speak with your child’s teachers: find out if your child is having difficulty with homework, is unable to complete work independently, begins but can’t complete assignments, or has difficulty recalling the related instruction during the school day.

Observe and listen to your child at home: does he or she complain about physical illnesses or invent excuses in order to stay home from school?

Does your child have friends and maintain friendships?

Does your child talk about or know the names of classmates?

Does your child only use negative comments when talking about school?

Develop a profile of your child to share with the school staff.

Parental Involvement

Curriculum modifications/alternative materials

Alternative intervention programs

Alternative assessment strategies

Extended time allowances for specific assignments

Variation in instruction to match learning styles

Study skills materials and curricula to support access to general education

Behavior management programs

Environmental/classroom accommodations

Cooperative learning

Team teaching

Peer interaction support