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Nurturing Creativity: Helping Special Needs Children Engage with the Arts

November 11, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog, Parenting / No Comments

Image: Freepik Nurturing Creativity: Helping Special Needs Children Engage with the Arts For parents of special needs children, the arts can become a bridge to communication, confidence, and creativity. Artistic […]


The Tiered Intervention System

September 16, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

What Is a Tiered Intervention System in Connecticut? A tiered intervention system—known in Connecticut as SRBI (Scientific Research-Based Interventions), and often implemented within an MTSS (Multi‐Tiered System of Supports) framework—is […]


Preparing for Back to School: A Guide for Parents of Children with Disabilities

August 11, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

The back-to-school season can stir a range of emotions for any parent—excitement, nervousness, even relief. For parents of children with disabilities, this time of year may also bring additional stress […]


Congratulations to CT KASA Member Rene Lambert!

July 16, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

In 2011, the Association for Maternal and Child Health Programs (AMCHP) established the Ryan Colburn Scholarship Award in memory of Ryan Colburn, an extraordinary young man with diverse interests—from choir […]


Learning Without Limits: Creative Strategies to Empower Children with Special Needs

July 14, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

By Lacie Martin Every child learns differently, but for children with special needs, tapping into effective and engaging educational methods requires even more creativity, patience, and intention. Traditional learning methods […]


Embracing the Journey: Parenting a Child with Disabilities in the Fourth Trimester

January 17, 2025 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

Image via Pexels   Welcoming a child with special needs into your life marks a transformative journey filled with unique challenges and profound growth. The fourth trimester, a critical period […]


Unwind and Thrive: Self-Care Strategies for Children with Disabilities

August 6, 2024 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

Image via Freepik Unwind and Thrive: Self-Care Strategies for Children with Disabilities In our fast-paced world, children, particularly those with disabilities, face unique challenges that can affect their emotional and […]


Nurturing Creativity and Intelligence in Children with Physical Disabilities

April 9, 2024 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

Image via Freepik Finding activities that captivate children with physical disabilities while indoors is essential. Such activities should entertain and stimulate their minds and creativity, striking a balance between learning […]


Tips for Nurturing Leadership Skills in Children with Special Needs

January 7, 2024 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

By Lacie Martin Children with special needs possess unique skills that often allow them to excel in leadership positions. From unwavering determination to excellent problem-solving skills, many individuals with special […]


Parents of Special Needs Children Can Balance Parenthood and Career With These Strategies

December 1, 2023 / Posted by Marni McNiff / Blog / No Comments

Parents of Special Needs Children Can Balance Parenthood and Career With These Strategies Photo via Pexels   Parents of special needs children often face the complex challenge of balancing their […]