Center for Psychological and Educational Assessment

04/24/2026

Parents often hear teachers talk about the importance of children being "on grade level." But what does that standard really mean, and is it enough for long-term academic success? This is the focus of our next free webinar for parents & educators.

Register Now: https://ow.ly/EzXW50Yzqgo

04/24/2026

04/24/2026

Accommodations vs Modifications: Do you know the difference? 🤔
It’s one of the most common questions in special education! Here’s the quick breakdown to help you advocate:

Accommodations = HOW
They change how a student accesses learning without altering the standard.
Examples: Extended time, audiobooks, preferential seating, speech-to-text.

Modifications = WHAT
They change what a student is expected to learn or master.
Examples: Reduced spelling list, simplified curriculum, different grading criteria.

Pro Tip: Accommodations change the environment; Modifications change the curriculum.

EdChat

04/23/2026

Does your child seem constantly “on the go,” easily distracted, or unusually forgetful? Learn what ADHD really is, what causes it, and how clinicians assess it in children in our latest blog post. Practical explanations and guidance to help parents navigate evaluation and next steps. Read more: https://wix.to/ZO2xUQe

If your child has ever been described as "inattentive," "hyperactive," or constantly "on the go," you may have wondered whether something more specific is going on. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions diagnosed in children today....

04/22/2026

Led by a financial planner + licensed therapist, this workshop blends real-life money skills with emotional confidence.
Expressive Healing office
Sunday June 7th
1-2:15 pm
Spots are limited! Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xW6qkbgf3r

Does your tween know how to manage money… AND the feelings that come with it?

So many kids are starting to spend and save—but no one is teaching them how to handle:
-impulse spending
-peer pressure
-money stress

That’s where Cash Confident Kids comes in.

This interactive workshop for ages 11+ (and parents) helps kids build:
-Smart saving & budgeting skills
-Confidence in their choices
-Tools to pause before impulsive decisions
-Strategies to manage anxiety around money

Led by a financial planner + licensed therapist, this workshop blends real-life money skills with emotional confidence.

Expressive Healing office
Sunday June 7th
1-2:15 pm

Spots are limited! Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xW6qkbgf3r

04/22/2026

College Is Possible: A Guide To Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) programs in Georgia: Many students with intellectual disabilities can access meaningful college experiences with the right supports. Our guide walks families through what IPSE programs are, how they work, and where to find them in Georgia. Read practical tips, program examples, and resources to help plan the next steps. https://wix.to/IWV8Bs6

04/18/2026

When a child’s tantrum or outburst might actually be anxiety, not defiance. Learn practical, compassionate ways parents and teachers can recognize anxiety-driven behavior and support the child toward better outcomes. Read the full article: https://wix.to/WnotVYZ

When a child throws a tantrum, storms out of the classroom, or lashes out at a peer, the instinct of most adults is to see a behavior problem. We look for causes like poor discipline, defiance, or a short fuse. But according to clinical experts, the real culprit behind many of these outbursts is som...

04/18/2026

We had so much fun celebrating Dr. A's baby shower this week! 🍼🩷🐰

04/12/2026

Key Takeaways:

Cognitive-linguistic deficits in kindergarten—especially in phonological awareness and letter knowledge—strongly predict early-emerging dyslexia by first grade.

Specific kindergarten deficits, particularly in letter knowledge, rapid automatized naming, and morphological awareness, remain significant risk factors for late-emerging dyslexia in fourth grade.

Developmentally sensitive early screening presents a crucial opportunity for pediatricians to shift dyslexia care from reactive to preventive.

Identifying specific cognitive-linguistic deficits in kindergarten can predict early- and late-emerging dyslexia.

04/11/2026