Student Support Resources
Executive Functioning Issues and Learning: Ways to Help Your Child
Children with executive functioning issues often face learning challenges like getting organized and managing their time. Mark Griffin, Ph.D., will be on hand to answer your questions about executive functioning issues and learning.
No registration is needed—simply go to live.understood.org at the time of the chat, and RSVP
Building Your Child’s Confidence, Self-Esteem and Resilience - LIVE EXPERT CHAT
Kids with learning and attention issues face challenges other kids don’t. But facing challenges and learning from them can help your child develop resilience. Join Mark Griffin, Ph.D., to learn more about building your child’s confidence, self-esteem and resilience in this expert chat.
No registration is needed—simply go to live.understood.org at the time of the chat.
Understanding Special Education
What You’ll Learn
What is special education? Who qualifies for special education? What disabilities are covered by special education? What does “least restrictive environment” mean? What strategies help special education students in the general education classroom? What are self-contained classrooms, inclusion and out-of-district placement? What are accommodations? What are modifications? What do “related services” include? What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
Special Education Parent Resources
Special education is a complex and ever-changing system of principles, practices, relevant laws and policies. Understanding special education processes and working with your school can be complex. Whether you have a question about special education or need support in working with your school, we are here to help.
Anxiety Log to Find Out Why Your Child Gets Anxious or Stressed
An anxiety log can help you spot patterns in your child’s behavior. Then you may find it easier to choose calming strategies that work. Tracking signs of anxiety in your young child or signs of anxiety in your tween or teen can also help you figure out if what you’re seeing is typical anxiety or an anxiety problem.
Great article on assistive technology apps!
Take a look at these eight new apps that have come out in the last year. In general, they’re appropriate for kids in grade school and up. (Keep in mind that many new apps are only available on iOS at first. They often come out with an Android version later.)
Parenting Coach Tool
Simple solutions to your child's most challenging behaviors... brought to you by Understood.org.
Intervention Central!
Have you explored this amazing resource?
Intervention Central provides resources for teachers/parents to support positive behavior in students as well as support in academics. There are videos, articles, workshops, etc. Check it out!
Butte County Library - KIDS
Included in this website:
Programs & Events
Homework
Books! Books! Books!
Helpful links
Just for Fun!
Links to educational games and online books
https://www.buttecounty.net/bclibrary/Kids.aspx
RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Butte County is a great place to raise kids. Our resources for children and families can help you find local events, services for new mothers, nutrition information and more.
http://www.helpcentral.org/resources-for-children-families/
Helping Your Child with ADHD Manage Screen Time
ADHD can affect how kids use technology. Join Jodi Gold, M.D., child and adolescent psychiatrist, to learn practical tips for helping your child manage screen time.
No registration is needed—simply go to live.understood.org at the time of the chat, and RSVP.
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Have you seen this amazing website for parents?
Understood.org is a website created for parents looking for resources, articles, webinars, etc., with topics ranging from learning disabilities to gifted and talented education and everything in between!
Consolidated list of attractions and events throughout Butte County
101thingstodo.net
101 Things to do in the Butte County Area
Experience Butte County
Historical, cultural and outdoors activities abound in our county
Chico Area
Chico Chamber of Commerce ideas
Oroville Area
City of Oroville ideas
Red Bluff Area
Red Bluff Chamber of Commerce ideas
Gridley Area
Gridley Chamber of Commerce ideas