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The recent school closures have left many families in limbo, especially those with children requiring special education services. At @KidCentered, we’re here to guide you

  Welcome to a special episode of the Speaking of Kids Podcast! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of pediatric neuropsychology with Dr. Miles-Mason,

Getting a call that your child is in trouble… big trouble… is a call no parent wants to receive.  When your student has a disability

As the excitement of the new school year fades and academic challenges increase, many students begin to experience what educators call the “October Slump.” This

Meet Dr. Amanda Hayes, our newest team member at KidCentered! Dr. Hayes is a distinguished child psychologist dedicated to the academic and emotional growth of young minds.

Want to better understand the new MA IEP format? Here is your chance. We have been using the new IEP format since last school year.

A thoughtful and effective transition plan should provide you with key goals, steps, data points and information to answer the questions “are we doing enough?” and “are we on the right path?.”  As part of the IEP process, transition planning sets realistic goals, identifies measures of progress, and ensures that resources are in place for your child after their transition from public education.  

Understanding the difference between a diagnosis and a special education category can be tricky. While diagnosis and special education categories are related concepts that involve

Should the goals be minimal or lack significance, insist on having them revised. I’ve witnessed students with significant autism being taught to recognize symbols that

Understanding the professional that is teaching your child is essential for understanding their programming. All too often, we see uncertified teachers teaching academic lessons. Equip

If you suspect that your child may have a disability or learning difficulty that requires special education services, you have the right to request an

We get many questions about the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan. Typically, you do not need both. In simple terms, if there

Extended School Year (ESY) services are crucial to special education. They are designed to support students with disabilities in maintaining the academic, social, behavioral, or

Educational Law and Advocacy: An Introduction to Special Education and 504 Plans Children with neurodevelopmental disorders require a broad range of interventions and supports to

Summer Seminars Kid CenterEd is offering their very first seminar for parents to help them better advocate for their students. We’ll be covering the following

Our Targeted Literacy Assessment provides you with progress monitoring data to empower you to clearly understand your child’s skills in: Use the form below, email

Discover your child’s path to adulthood with our transition assessment, which includes educational planning, community, job development, and independent living skills. Our own Emily Dean,

We are excited to announce that Kid CenterED is expanding its services. Samantha Amicangelo, BCBA, has joined Kid CenterED. 

Samantha is available for school behavior observations and private testing for students with autism. 

Please contact the Kid CenterED team at info@kidcentered.net for more information and to book your observation and testing today.

Pediatric Neuropsychologist Dr. Eavan Miles-Mason discusses language based programs with Kid CenterED educational advocate and former Landmark School special educator Joni McLaughlin. Welcome to the

Understanding Dyslexia: Insights from Reading Expert Sharon Musto In a recent episode of Kid CenterEd’s “Speaking of Kids” podcast, Sharon Musto, a seasoned reading and

If you’re the parent or guardian of a child who is struggling in school, perhaps you’re noticing increased frustration or dislike of school, teachers are

Back to school can be a stressful time for students and teachers. Educational advocate Angela Gowans gives some helpful tips on how to ease back