Every child learns differently, and special education covers a wide range of disabilities and learning needs. This section provides information on specific disability categories under IDEA, as well as other learning differences that impact a child’s education. 

Some of what you will find on this page:

📘Breakdown of the 13 IDEA disability categories

📘Resources for specific disabilities (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, speech/language, etc.)

📘Supports for executive functioning, sensory processing, and anxiety

📘Understanding how disabilities impact learning and classroom needs

📘Assistive technology and other tools that can help