Choosing among colleges for students with learning disabilities requires more than scanning rankings or assuming that every campus offers the same level of support. In college settings, students’ learning disabilities commonly include...
Recently, while accepting an award for excellence in film, actor Ryan Gosling admitted to having a swearing problem in third grade. Yup, lots of F-bombs. He even brought knives to school after...
Watching your child struggle can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences as a parent. Whether it’s academic difficulties, emotional challenges, or behavioral issues, the path forward may seem unclear and daunting....
Shifting focus: Managing School Anxiety with the 3 R’s of Mindfulness: Retreat, Reset, Re-enter Maybe I am showing my age, but when I was young, the 3 Rs were about Reading, Writing...
Special Needs 2022 Trends and 2023 Predictions Like our traditional school and college practices, our special needs group spent a great deal of time in 2022 getting back on the road visiting...
Carolyn received the following email from the parent of a school student. “Hi Carolyn, It’s amazing to see how happy he is and we just hope it stays that way – even...
I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Alex, an eleven-year-old girl whose parents were wisely thinking ahead about a high school placement for her. In our conversation, mom and dad shared...
When my daughter was in high school, her physics teacher lamented that while she was not afraid of the most complex physics problems, she was stymied by remembering to bring a pencil...
When your child’s capacity hits its limits: it’s time to withhold judgement & fill the developmental tool kit. “He just isn’t motivated.” “She is so obsessed with the social scene she can’t...
Not Just For Athletes Anymore I have worked with many PG students who have eventually declared the PG experience as essential to their growth and success. These students are young women and...
What Those Sunny Days May Reveal & How to Use Them Wisely The long awaited days of summer! The promise of relaxation, fun, and a well deserved break from the grind of...
We are proud to introduce you to three seasoned educators who have joined the team of McMillan Education, allowing us to serve a wider range of not only traditional school and college...
Sarah & Don McMillan along with Learning Specialist Carol Kinlan participated in Lynn University’s Conference on Learning Differences & Transitions, January 30th. They attended talks & workshops dealing with best practices to...
Consultants Alex Steinert-Evoy & Sarah McMillan attended the NATSAP conference in Nashville (National Association of Therapeutic Schools & Programs). Meaningful connections were made with the professionals who work and live in these...
