Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education

The school programs giving kids a real advantage


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Schools don’t always get everything right. But many are doing amazing work every day! 

In this episode, we explore how educators are helping kids thrive and succeed in the classroom. Discover how technology, assistive tools, social-emotional learning, and career programs are supporting students. Parents can see what’s working and learn how to reinforce it at home. Celebrate the progress happening in schools and the programs helping students reach their full potential.

For more on this topic 

  • Read: What is social-emotional learning?
  • Read: What is assistive technology?
  • For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected].

    Listen to Everyone Gets a Juice Box, a new podcast from Understood.org where host Jessica Shaw has honest talks with parents raising kids who learn and think differently.

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