Kids
At Bodin, we most often work with the families of teens and young adults. We do work with younger students in preschool through high school in legal cases where a third party professional is needed to help decide about school plans/selection. This can be particularly beneficial if there are special concerns regarding the student’s progress and needs .
We often include the following steps in consulting with these families:
Observing the child in his/her current school
Communicating with professionals who know and have worked with the child
Visiting schools suggested by each parent
Meeting(s) with the child
Conferring with the child’s teacher(s)
Reviewing school records and test results
Advocating for the most appropriate school
Preparing a written report
Participating in mediation or court hearings