Entries by Michael Boll

Special Education Spotlight Palmdale: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

Palmdale is a city located about 60 miles north of Los Angeles. Parents, students and professionals seeking special education information and support can tap into some resources in the city, but in most cases will have to venture beyond Palmdale’s borders to find relevant organizations. While a bit too far from L.A. for Palmdale residents […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Modesto: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

The largest city in Stanislaus County, Modesto, California, is home to a few resources for special education professionals, parents and students. These resources can be found through educational organizations, treatment centers and nonprofit agencies. However, though it is a large city, Modesto has somewhat limited special education resources. Residents seeking support in or information regarding […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Santa Clarita: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

A small city located northwest of Los Angeles, Santa Clarita offers both educational and nonprofit support for special needs parents and their families. Special education teachers, too, can find some professional development opportunities in Santa Clarita. Resources, however, are somewhat limited, and special education parents and families may need to look beyond this city’s limits. […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Huntington Beach: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

One of the three Beach Cities in California, Huntington Beach has limited resources when it comes to special education professionals, students and parents. In some cases, these individuals might have to look beyond the city’s limits for information and support. Fortunately, nearby cities have plenty of resources in the area of special education. Huntington Beach […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Riverside: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

The county seat of Riverside County, the city of Riverside, California, is located approximately 50 miles east of Los Angeles. This fairly large city provides special education resources for students and their families as well as teachers and other educational professionals.   Many of these resources are offered through learning institutions and government offices. Special […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Irvine: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

Consistently ranking as among the best places to live in the U.S., Irvine, California is located approximately 40 miles from Los Angeles. The city achieves the aforementioned honor in part because it offers a highly-ranked public school system, which provides many several education resources for parents, teachers and students. Resources can also be found through […]

Spotlight on Special Education San Bernadino: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

Raising and educating special needs children are not often tasks one can do alone. Fortunately, there are many resources available to parents and special education teachers. For those in San Bernardino, California, these resources are offered through schools, nonprofit organizations and mental health centers. Professionals and parents can find information and support through meetings, service […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Santa Ana: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

One of the most populous cities in Orange County, California, Santa Ana offers various online and on-site resources for special education families and professionals. From public schools to nonprofit organizations, special education teachers, parents and students in Santa Ana can find support, educational and therapeutic services within and near the city. These services range from […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Burbank: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

Burbank, California, is known as the “Media Capital of the World” because of its vast resources in the media and entertainment industries. It is home, for instance, to major facilities of such companies as Warner Bros. and The Walt Disney Company. The city also offers various resources in special education. From schools to nonprofit organizations, […]

Spotlight on Special Education in Glendale: Resources for Students, Teachers, and Parents

Glendale, California, is the third largest city in Los Angeles County. Being a large city, Glendale offers various resources for special education teachers and parents through online articles, seminars, workshops and meetings. Special education students, too, can find programs and other resources designed to help them develop social skills or benefit from various therapeutic approaches. […]