ILA Blog
Does Online Learning Work for Kids with Disabilities?
Can online learning work for students with disabilities? Of course (work) it can! And in most cases, it can be even better!
And yes, there are those children with disabilities out there who love school, those who thrive in all aspects; you know, those social butterflies who wish summer break wasn't a thing. To the parents of these students, we salute you.
Now, for those of you parenting a child with a disability, a child who is floundering in the sea of mass academia, you're not alone. And it's NOT your child’s fault! Whether your child’s disability is minimal or profound, they do have strengths; and with those strengths, they CAN be a successful learner.
What the Nation is Doing Today is NOT Online School
This is not online schooling, distance learning, or home schooling. Nothing about this is normal. What we are experiencing now is some new type of teaching and learning in a worldwide pandemic. Let’s call it what it really is – Pandemic Schooling.
As an online school leader for more than a decade, I have observed online education evolve over time. Online education for K-12 students involves relationship building between teachers and students, robust online curriculum that was designed and intended to be utilized in an online setting, virtual clubs, and even some in-person field trips.
Bullying Prevention Month: How to Spot if Your Child Is Being Bullied
As a parent, you are your child’s biggest advocate, cheerleader, encourager, teacher, mentor, and friend. You are dedicated to making sure they have the best life possible and access to all the good things you didn’t. We work hard to give them the world and bristle at the idea that someone might take a different approach to how they treat our children.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. It is an entire month dedicated to identifying and eradicating bullying. Numerous organizations from all around the nation will launch fresh materials, initiatives, and programs to raise awareness of the bullying problem and help end it.
In this article, we are discussing bullying, how to spot the signs your child is experiencing bullying, and how you can be an advocate and protector for your child.
How to Homeschool My Autistic Child
Parents weigh dozens of decisions every day regarding what is best for their child. From what to eat for breakfast to how much screen time is too much, every choice feels like it could have significant lasting effects on your child. Nothing feels like it will impact your child’s life as much as what type of educational method is best.
There are countless factors that you have to weigh between public school, private school, and homeschool. If you are the parent of a child with autism, your list of considerations is even longer. In this article, we are discussing some of the pros and cons of homeschooling your child, and how to find the resources you need to be confident in whatever you choose.
Free Thanksgiving Activity Book - Downloadable
Dear Families,
We hope you are looking forward to time with your family and friends as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday. It has been another whirlwind of a year, but I am personally looking forward to a time of reflection, relaxation, and spending time with my own children during the upcoming break!
Gifted Students and the Need for an Intellectual Peer
Written by: Dr. Kelly Van Sande, ILA Founder & Head of School - and a parent of two gifted children
Students with high intellect demonstrate many of the same needs and desires as their non-gifted peers; they want to feel included, have friends, play games, and hold on to a 'stuffy' (stuffed animal) when they are young and feeling uncertain. Yet, their needs become more complicated as they often struggle to identify and relate to their peers. While this is true from an early age, young children are typically more able to adapt, even if it is at the expense of 'hiding' their giftedness from others. As a child grows and matures, the differences become more apparent and feelings of isolation and 'being different' may start to creep in.
Published Essay by ILA Parent, Emily Reicherts
Emily Reicherts, mother of one of our incredible Ignite students, penned this essay on motherhood and was officially published earlier this month. We suspect many of our parents can relate to her words and wanted to share them with our school community as well.
https://www.eucalyptusandroselitmag.com/post/folding-laundry
Emily, thank you for sharing beautiful your words with us!
Dr. Kelly Van Sande invited to join Phoenix Business Journal Leadership Trust
Kelly Van Sande, Ed.D., Founder and CEO of Ignite Learning Academy, has been invited to join Phoenix Business Journal Leadership Trust, an exclusive community for influential business leaders, executives and entrepreneurs in Greater Phoenix.
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