ADHD
ADHD: A Primer for Parents and Educators - an article providing introductory information on ADHD

AUTISM
Autism 101 - a website that provides basic information on autism spectrum disorder

NJ Autism Program Quality Indicators - A self-review and quality improvement guide
for programs serving young students with autism spectrum disorders

Autism Publications & Resources - downloadable autism publications and articles

COVID -19 RESOURCES

Guiding the Education Community Through the COVID-19 Pandemic Specific Student Populations Special Education

EMOTIONAL DYSREGULATION

What is Emotional Dysregulation and how can we help?

Behavior Supports and Interventions

ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE [ESL]
English Learners and ESL Services - English as a Second Language Presentation 2-13-2020

FAMILY RESOURCES
NASP Family Resources - resources to provide parents with information and strategies as to how they can help their children at home

Interactive Planner For Caregivers - a web based program that helps parents plan and create schedules for their children

Grief/Trauma Support

Helping Children Cope With Loss, Death, and Grief - Tips for Parents and Teachers

Resources for Loss/Grief - resources to help grieving families and those in school communities

Social Media and School Crises: Brief Facts and Tips - information on the impact of social media

Helping Children Build Resiliency - an article and information on building resilience

Trauma Facts & Tips - information on trauma and how to support children

Preventing Youth Suicide: Facts & Tips - information about youth suicide prevention

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - a service that provides support and resources to those impacted by suicide

13 Reasons Why Netflix Series: Considerations for Educators - tips and strategies as to how to discuss the sensitive topics presented in the show

Suicide Prevention Resources (compiled by TLC & AFSP NJ)

Multi-sensory Reading & Dyslexia Resources

View our Dyslexia Handbook

The New Jersey Dyslexia Handbook - a guide to literacy development and reading struggles

An overview of Dyslexia & Other Reading Disabilities by The New Jersey Branch of the International Dyslexia Association

Support for Language & Learning Disabilities Presentation - Learning Services Home and School Association presentation 2-4-2020

Word Study Information Sheet - For more information about Word Study
Multisensory Reading Information - For more information about Multisensory Reading

Ridgewood Public Schools

Resources for Special Education Families

Realtime

Anatomy of an IEP

Community Resources

Informational Resources