Mira Halpert

Dyslexia and ADHD - Why These Smart Kids Struggle with the FCAT

The FCAT is a tricky, high stakes test. Schools in Florida spend 7 months preparing for the FCAT, and even a typical student feels the stress. Now let's take Michael and Allie. Two children who have Dyslexia -- a problem with words. We asked their parents three questions: - Does your child remember places visited, even from years ago? - Does your child learn best when seeing... (posted by Mira 2 years 238 days ago.)

If Your Child Failed The 3rd Grade FCAT, You Have Options

If Your Child Failed The 3 rd Grade FCAT You Have Options As we write this article, the results for the 2009 3 rd grade FCAT are not out but we have already been asked several questions by concerned parents, including: 1- If my child failed the 3 rd grade FCAT, will they be retained? 2- If my child failed the 3 rd grade FCAT, what private school should I send them to, to avoid 3... (posted by Mira 2 years 268 days ago.)

5 Tips To A Better School Year

The beginning of a school year is hard on everyone. It is even harder for smart struggling students and their parents. Below are 5 Tips to make the 2006/07 school year better 1- Use a Visual Calendar every day and keep it visible 2- Make it a goal to have your child get a good nights sleep 3- Make the early morning work -- make sure they are fed, calm and ready to go 4- Work with their teachers to... (posted by Mira 4 years 196 days ago.)