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Planning For What's Next - Why Early Transition Planning Matters
Transition planning isn’t just for graduation—it starts now. Whether your child is moving schools or entering high school, a strong, clear transition plan can make all the difference. Learn why it matters, what to include, and how to make sure your child starts their next chapter supported and confident.

Abbie Cameron
Jun 9, 20256 min read


ADHD and IEPs: Creating a Plan That Works
"Just focus..."
If you’ve heard those words and felt frustrated, you’re not alone. For kids with ADHD, it’s not about effort—it’s about a system that wasn’t designed for their brains. This blog breaks down how IEPs can support your child, what accommodations really mean, and how to confidently advocate for what they need to thrive.

Abbie Cameron
May 1, 20256 min read


Explaining Autism to Your Child/Teen
**This blog is a living document. It will be frequently updated with new information. Please revisit to stay updated! The talking points and resources below are meant to aid in the process, but each child’s needs are individual. It is important to note that talking about any neurotype, diagnosis, or disability, what it is, what it is not, what we can do to help, etc., is an ongoing conversation over time. For many children and youth new questions will arise over time. Althoug

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Apr 3, 202512 min read


Inclusion Theatre in Schools: Performative vs. Meaningful Change
Is your child’s school truly inclusive or just putting on a show? Learn the difference between real inclusion and ‘inclusion theatre'.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 31, 20254 min read


Accommodations & Modifications in Ontario Individual Education Plans (IEPs): A Guide for Parents
Navigating the world of education can be a complex journey, especially with acronyms like "IEP" and "accommodations" and "modifications".

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 8, 20245 min read


How to Support and Nurture Gifted Children in the Classroom
Education should never be one size fits all. As caregivers we strive to provide the best possible environment for our children's growth...

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 10, 20245 min read


Understanding IEPs and IPRCs in Ontario Schools: A Guide for Parents
**This blog is a living document. It will be frequently updated with new information. Please revisit to stay updated! Navigating the...

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Feb 26, 202411 min read


Help! Nothing is working: Classroom Edition.
Emotion and Behaviour Regulation Tips for the Classroom

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 3, 20232 min read
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![✨ Gifted doesn’t always look like straight A’s.
Many gifted children **don’t excel academically** in the way people expect, and that doesn’t make them any less gifted.
Giftedness can show up as deep curiosity, intense emotions, creative thinking, big questions, asynchronous development, or boredom in traditional classrooms. When a child’s mind moves faster or differently than the system around them, school performance alone doesn’t tell the full story.
A child can struggle with grades **and** still be highly gifted. Both things can be true. 🌱
Understanding the *whole child* matters more than a report card.
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![No child is ever a *waste of space.*
When an adult uses words like that, the harm can last far beyond the moment. Children internalize the messages they hear, especially from the adults meant to protect and guide them. Words can shape self-worth, safety, and identity.
Accountability matters. Repair matters. Creating environments where children are spoken to with dignity and respect is not optional. It is foundational.
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