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Starting School: The School Entry Action Plan

August 11, 2025 By Olivia Or

Your child has the option to start junior kindergarten (JK) the year they turn four years old, and senior kindergarten (SK) the year they turn five. All children must attend school starting the year they turn six (entering grade one). Starting school for the first time can be nerve-wracking for families – and even more […]

Helping Your Child with School-Related Transitions

Note: This information is also available in Farsi, Punjabi, Simplified Chinese and … [Read More...]

What is a Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and How Can I Get Involved?

“Things are okay in the class now, but they could be better…” “We have to be on-top of things, or he’ll slip through the cracks again…” “She’s not getting enough support, … [Read More...]

Other Posts from Alison's Blog

  • How Parents can Help Children and Teens to Build Friendships
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A little about Alison

As the mother of two girls, one with cerebral palsy, I have been advocating in the school system for almost 25 years. I have a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Geography and never expected to become so involved with the school system and supports for students with disabilities.

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