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NLS and BARD

Updated as of September 14, 2024. What Are NLS and BARD? The U.S. federal government, through the Library of Congress, offers individuals with print disabilities the opportunity to obtain books in accessible formats (braille, enlarged print, and digital) through the National Library Service for the Blind and Print-disabled (commonly known as “NLS”). This service is […]

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Life After IEPs—Changes in Rights to Instructional Services

Updated as of October 8, 2024. Once high school ends, so do IEPs. Find out more in our Bridges Resource Library “Life After IEPs—When Do Things Change, and Why?” entry. Join us as we examine how students’ rights to instructional services change when they are no longer eligible for IEPs. Rights to Instructional Services Under […]

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Life After IEPs—Changes in Rights to Accessible Equipment

Updated as of October 8, 2024. Once high school ends, so do IEPs. Find out more in our Bridges Resource Library “Life After IEPs—When Do Things Change, and Why?” entry. Please join us as we delve into how students’ rights to accessible equipment change when they are no longer eligible for IEPs. Rights to Accessible […]

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Life After IEP—Changes in Rights to Accommodations and Modifications

Updated as of September 14, 2024. Once high school ends, so do IEPs. Find out more in our Bridges Resource Library “Life After IEPs—When Do Things Change, and Why?” entry. Let’s delve into the difference between accommodations and modifications and why that difference is really important after IEPs end. How Are Accommodations and Modifications Different? […]

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Nurturing Yourself

Updated as of September 14, 2024. What is Nurturing Yourself, and Why is It Important? Nurturing yourself involves taking the time and energy to focus on yourself and your needs. These days, it is easy to get wrapped up in external activities and lose track of what makes you happy. Of course, not having homework […]