Bullying and Neurodivergence

Christie Sloan

Published on: 28/01/2026

Bullying affects many children in schools, but for children with high-functioning autism, the experience can be much more complex. They are often overlooked. They have advanced cognitive skills, a strong academic aptitude, and a range of talents. Despite this, they are especially vulnerable to more subtle, targeted bullying.

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After School Meltdowns? I can relate!

Christie Sloan

Published on: 09/12/2025

Neurodivergent children often have meltdowns after a long day of masking at school. This post discusses this issue and offers some tools to help.

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Why SMART Goals Matter in Your Child’s IEP Plan

Christie Sloan

Published on: 02/08/2025

This post will discuss how to be certain that goals in your child's IEP will set them up for success by being clear, attainable, measureable, realistic for your child and time-bound. SMART goals are the backbone to IEP success.

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What is a 504 Plan vs. an IEP?

Christie Sloan

Published on: 12/07/2025

This post goes into a bit more detail about the differences between 504 Plans and IEPs but in a way that is not full of a lot of jargon and school terminology.

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