RCHI Education Group

09/23/2024

For students with learning differences, the law recognizes that the transition to adulthood may require specialized services to help them attain the skills and education they’ll need to succeed after high school.

By the time students with LD served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) turn 16 years old, the law requires them to have a transition plan to prepare them for life after high school. Ideally, transition planning for college begins when a student enters high school to maximize options as they move through the next four years.

Understanding college requirements is key to making smart decisions about high school course selection. Learn more about how to best approach this process in the article linked below ⬇️

https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/know-your-childs-rights/transition-planning-for-college/

09/20/2024

Selecting an appropriate college for students with learning disabilities is vital to success. Because students leave high school with different levels of preparedness and varying abilities, a continuum of support services has emerged. Some colleges offer extensive services, while others provide minimal support. To ensure a good match for your child with LD or ADHD, you must first evaluate their learning style and then find an institution that provides the level of support appropriate for their needs.

In one of our latest articles are general guidelines to help focus your search. Click the link below to read more, and share with your followers! 🙌

https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/college-bound/college-search-services-vs-needs/

02/19/2024

For kids with ADHD, a common problem is maintaining focus long enough to complete tasks such as schoolwork, chores, and other activities. Paying attention is an executive functioning skill that can be improved by understanding their “attention profile” and applying strategies that address shortcomings and capitalize on strengths. Read more in our newest article via the link below ⬇️

https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/adhd/ef-skills-paying-attention/

02/14/2024

Minds In Bloom: Cultivating Growth for Kids with Learning Differences   Join us on April 4, 2024 for our Annual Gala!  An exciting evening of fun, food and fundraising for Smart Kids with Learning Di

01/28/2024

Education Consultant, Gregg Pauletti, on finding the right fit   Parent Conference  Saturday, February 3, 2024 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Winston Preparatory School Norwalk, CT Register Your chance to intera

11/27/2023

Join us for our annual Parent Conference on February 3rd! ♥️

A day full of useful workshops and presentations, including a youth panel to hear from students themselves on their thoughts and experiences. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other parents and professionals to help your child succeed.

07/31/2023

This week's blog post: Mental Health Challenges & the Transition to College: Here's How Institutions Offer Support

College life is often portrayed as an exciting time filled with new experiences and personal growth. However, it's important to acknowledge that the transition to college can also bring its fair share of mental health challenges. From the pressure to excel academically to the overwhelming social exp

05/06/2023

Working with students who have unique needs to find the most supportive college environment isn’t so different!

A giant ship's engine broke down and no one could repair it, so they hired a Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience.

He inspected the engine very carefully, from top to bottom. After seeing everything, the engineer unloaded his bag and pulled out a small hammer.

He knocked something gently. Soon, the engine came to life again. The engine has been fixed!

A week later the engineer mentioned to the ship owner that the total cost of repairing the giant ship was $20,000.

"What?!" said the owner.

"You did almost nothing. Give us a detailed bill."

The answer is simple:

Tap with a hammer: $2

Know where to knock and how much to knock: $19,998

The importance of appreciating one's expertise and experience...because those are the results of struggles, experiments and even tears.

If I do a job in 30 minutes it's because I spent 20 years learning how to do that in 30 minutes. You owe me for the years, not the minutes.

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05/01/2023

Building support and laying a foundation that can be taken into college is critical. RCHI is proud to support Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities and their resources for families.

Applying to college is a challenging and stressful time for both students and their families. With multiple deadlines, essays, and decisions to be made, parents play a vital role in helping their children navigate this demanding process.

As a college adviser, Deena Maerowitz likens this experience to the biggest transition since the birth or adoption of a child.

Click the link below for guidelines to help you support your child during the college application process and reduce stress for everyone involved.

https://www.smartkidswithld.org/blog/support-your-child-through-the-college-application-process/

02/23/2023

Sadly, this is the rule, not the exception.

“Post Reports” looks at why students were asked to leave Yale University while they were having mental health crises.

01/21/2023

https://www.forbes.com/sites/christopherrim/2023/01/19/5-things-to-consider-as-you-plan-college-visits/?sh=d8a0f718a575&fbclid=IwAR0GGx_BHIE56q3XzL2x1dlUokvmf1f_gco43J49hKh7b4uBJEE9C4E6Ak0

College visits are an important and exciting milestone in the college admissions process. For many students and their parents, stepping on a college campus as a prospective student makes this new chapter in their lives feel real for the first time.

12/02/2022

Pay close attention to this—the first, but certainly not going to be the last college to face this situation:

Several students and an advocacy group filed a federal class action lawsuit alleging that Yale unfairly treats students struggling with their mental health.