Transgender Students’ Rights

Elise Harmening July 5, 2019

School can be tough; friends, homework, and pop quizzes can all be sources of stress in a student’s life, but worrying about whether a school will respect gender identity should never be one of them. Transgender students, like all students, have legal protections when it comes to their rights in school. If you have a child in your life who is transgender, familiarizing yourself with these rights can help you and your student make the most out

Joint-Simplified Divorce Demystified

Elise Harmening February 11, 2019

The joint simplified divorce is a special type of divorce that a couple can get in a limited situation. What is a simple divorce? There are a number of factors that qualify you for a simple divorce. Take our quick quiz HERE to determine if you are eligible. If you are not eligible, some of these steps will still apply, so it is worth browsing through. REMINDER: THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE. THIS IS INFORMATION.

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Resources for Autism

Elise Harmening January 25, 2019

I get questions all the time about resources for students with Autism from a patient and compassionate hairdresser to better in-home services, and of course, school suggestions. I do not have a partnership, nor am I endorsing any one of these resources, but merely offering a place to collect and disperse the information. Let me know if you have anything to add or comments about what was already listed! Autism Speaks Resource Guide–> Offers state-by-state

Suspensions: Quick Guide

Elise Harmening December 5, 2018

There are a few facts everyone should know about suspensions–spread the good news! There are many “unofficial” or “undocumented” suspensions that districts may employ without your knowledge. Calling home: If the school calls you to pick up your child for a behavior issue, this is technically a suspension. There are a limited number of times/days a student can be suspended under the Illinois School Code–keep track. “Go to the office”: One of the most common