Beginning in fall 2027, the University of Michigan will replace traditional letter grades for some first-semester freshmen with pass/fail grades to allow freshmen a smoother entry into college. The reasoning is that removing grades will help address the growing...
The other day, a parent described her child as showing signs of “autistic burnout.” The term stopped us both mid-sentence. We wrote it down immediately, because it captured something we had observed in our practice for years but had never had a name for. We have...
Some kids can tell you a whole story out loud but freeze the moment they have to write it down. Often, the reason is dysgraphia, a specific learning disability that interferes with a child’s ability to learn written language and use it to express their thoughts, as...
A recent New York Times article, “Does a Sexual Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends,” took a fascinating and troubling look at how politicians accused of sexual misconduct respond. In short, the article explained that accused Democratic officials...
The cost of hazing can be catastrophic. Every year, families hear stories about students whose lives were impacted by hazing - stories about students participating in activities that led to injuries like the loss of sight, broken limbs, and even death. According...
Many graduate applications inquire about prior disciplinary history. Some employers also request information about suspensions or expulsions, particularly in professions with licensing requirements. In these circumstances, applicants who have been found responsible...
