Monarch Learning & Attention Center

09/29/2025

When you walk into a conference with a plan, grounded in your child’s testing results, you can transform the conversation. Instead of a one-way report about grades or behavior, it becomes a collaborative dialogue about how to help your child thrive.

Check out advocacy tips & strategies on the blog:
https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/parent-teacher-conferences-using-psychoeducational-testing

09/23/2025

Every parent wants their child to thrive in school and in life. While we often focus on academics, extracurriculars, or even enrichment activities, there’s an often-overlooked foundation that makes all the difference: healthy sleep, predictable routines, and consistent structure. Check out the blog for more info, including practical strategies!

https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/how-sleep-routines-and-structure-set-kids-up-for-success

09/18/2025

Success is not just about what happens in the classroom, or only about what happens at home. It’s about both environments working together in partnership. For parents of neurodivergent learners, that partnership often hinges on one key skill: communication.

Check out the blog for tips and strategies: https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/communication-strategies-between-home-and-school.

09/16/2025

Most parents know the scene: your child walks in the door after school, backpack slung over one shoulder, and within minutes they melt down. They might snap at a sibling, burst into tears, refuse to do homework, or collapse into silence. You wonder: What happened? Did something go wrong at school? Did I miss something?

https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/why-some-kids-melt-down

09/10/2025

What Is Self-Advocacy?
Self-advocacy means recognizing and communicating your own needs, rights, and preferences. For a child in school, this might look like:
Asking a teacher to repeat directions when they didn’t understand.
Requesting to sit closer to the board if they can’t see clearly.
Reminding a teacher about an accommodation in their 504 Plan or IEP.
Speaking up when they feel overwhelmed and need a break.
Sharing what strategies help them learn best.

Self-advocacy doesn’t mean being demanding or entitled—it means being able to express needs respectfully, while also taking responsibility for one’s own learning.

https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/empowering-your-childs-self-advocacy-skills

08/08/2025

Transitions, whether big or small, can be challenging for any child. However, children who are neurodivergent, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or ADHD, often find transitions particularly difficult due to their preference for routine and predictability, potential sensory sensitivities, and difficulties with understanding social cues and expectations. Understanding these challenges and implementing supportive strategies can significantly ease transitions for neurodivergent children and contribute to their overall well-being and independence.

Learn more on the blog at:
https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/why-transitions-are-hard-for-kids

08/08/2025

Check out this inclusive theatre opportunity with Prior Lake Players!

05/21/2025

If you’re a parent of a child with a learning disability, know that you’re not alone—and neither is your child. By recognizing your child's emotional needs, advocating for support, and nurturing their strengths, you’re helping them build resilience that will last a lifetime.

Learn more on the blog at:
https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/supporting-mental-health-a-guide-for-parents-of-children-with-learning-disabilities

05/13/2025

Your child’s mental health is just as vital as their physical health. It plays a key role in how they grow, learn, build relationships, and handle life’s inevitable ups and downs. As parents, understanding this connection is one of the most powerful ways we can support our kids.

Learn more on the blog at:
https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/why-mental-health-is-just-as-important-as-physical-health-for-kids

05/09/2025

Supporting your child’s mental health doesn’t require perfection—it requires presence, patience, and proactive action. Learn more on the blog at:
https://www.monarchassessment.com/post/mental-health-101-what-every-parent-should-know.

And check out LOTS of great resources at:
mhanational.org/may

04/29/2025

04/28/2025

Connection and partnership. Enjoying talking with families, meeting new people, and building community!