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Apply now for free private tutoring! Get personalized support from experienced classroom teachers in southwestern Dallas. Free Tutoring Sahylina's Testimonial Play Video Caleb's Testimonial Play Video Abigail's Testimonial Play Video Testimonials Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Close *We offer our programs to students residing in Duncanville, Desoto, Cedar Hill, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Mansfield, and Red Oak. Application Our tutors focus on the whole student by helping them develop problem-solving skills, time and resource management, organizational skills, study skills, and effective test-taking strategies. Our goal is to build foundational tools that enable our students to achieve success in school and increase college and career readiness. Because our tutors are classroom teachers, they offer valuable experience and expertise to meet the needs of each student. Free, private tutoring sessions are available in the southwest area of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex* each semester as funding permits. Students who qualify for government assistance** qualify for educational coaching sessions. . Space is limited. Please complete the application above (One per student). *We offer our programs to students residing in Duncanville, Desoto, Cedar Hill, Grand Prairie, Arlington, Mansfield, and Red Oak. **Parents or legal guardian s must qualify for Medicaid based on household income, but are not required to receive the benefit. The current year's tax return can be submitted for proof of income eligibility if the family is not currently enrolled in Medicaid . Click on the following link to determine eligibility. https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1640 Contact us for availability at 682-777-3222 or coordinator@nogginfo undation.org

Board of Directors member Hatel Patel Our Board Hetal Patel, ASA, CPHQ Hetal Patel is an experienced Actuarial leader and author who has spent more than a decade applying predictive analytics to improving healthcare quality. She has a graduate degree from the Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University and is an Associate from the Society of Actuaries. While healthcare analytics and statistics have been the focus of her professional career these past few years, her true passion lies in education and equity. She has previously owned a learning center and has seen first-hand how the lack of access to quality education continues to disproportionately impact low income areas and families. As a solution oriented professional, Hetal takes pride in finding innovative ways to address existing problems. While she has spent that past few years working to improve access to quality mental health therapy, her new goal is to apply those skills into improving access to quality education. BACK

Noggin Educational Foundation is working to impact the achievement gap. Listen to Suzan's story. Our Impact Parent Stories Suzan's Interview EDITED 00:00 / 03:21

Interview of Jacy Kennedy, one of our parents who received support through our ARD Advocacy program. Parent Interview: Jacy Kennedy Why did you need Special Education Advocacy? I was feeling extremely overwhelmed with the whole ARD process. There was a lot of information I was missing. Didn’t have what I needed to guide my son in the right direction. How do I speak to the people at school? There were so many things. Rondi informed me of things I didn't even know I needed to know. She walked me through. She gave me an informational session on the phone. It was so helpful. Made me feel like I really was on the right track. I needed reassurance. I felt alone and lost. The night before my husband met you I was up crying. What are we going to do next year? I don’t want him separated from the typically developed kids. The system was failing him and I felt like I was failing him as well because I didn’t know what to do. The situation he was in was detrimental. He was in a classroom with kids with extreme behaviors and he was picking up some of the behaviors. I didn’t know how to advocate for him. Rondi helped me. At our last ARD meeting [last year] it turns out I didn't even know why I was there. I misinterpreted the language. It was extended school year services and I thought it meant extending the school year. They didn't explain what the services were so I wasn't aware they were talking about summer school. Though they were talking about speech therapy or OT. [At our meeting with Rondi] I feel like there was more dialogue. It seemed to be more open. A lot more communication and a lot more questions were asked. We really wanted to dig deep and make sure we were doing the right thing. I’m just trying to figure things out. How did it feel having support? It was a huge relief. I felt a weight taken off my shoulders, connected. I didn’t feel like an outsider anymore. She just made me feel like I wasn't the only one going through this. That’s what I needed the most out of anything. How has it been going since we concluded? They implemented daily communication sheets. That wasn’t being done last year. I get a report every day and it’s something I have to seek out. We have a plan in place to deal with the behavior issues he was dealing with . It has opened communication and also I've been able to reach out to Rondi about a few other things that have happened since for general support and to make sure we're on the right path. It’s a support system that’s not available anywhere else. It bridges the gap between the parent and the school system. We are so grateful. I can’t even express it in words. For more information about our program, click here .

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The Junior Board is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The service experience will be designed in such a way that the youth involved will develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Junior Board The Junior Board (JB) is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The experience is designed to help youth ages 13-17 develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Members engage in vital work that supports the mission of NEF and help spread awareness to key stakeholders (schools, parents, volunteers, donors, and community partners). Membership benefits include: Exciting Opportunities Mentoring by business professionals Earn community service hours Learn professional etiquette Learn about nonprofit executive board membership Attend a NEF Executive Board meeting Receive public recognition of membership Potential for letters of recommendation Collaborate with the CEO and Executive Board of Directors Present the Junior Board opportunity to key community stakeholders Development of important professional skills Administrative Time management and organization Networking Critical thinking Fundraising Communication Public speaking Teamwork Development of critical leadership traits: Grit A Growth Mindset Problem-solving Strategic thinking Apply To inquire about serving on our Junior Board contact us at: admin@nogginfoundation.org Junior Board Dues

Our Board of Directors serves the mission of Noggin Educational Foundation to help close the achievement gap. Advisory Council The Noggin Advisory Council is our think tank that provides guidance, information, recommendations, and support in key areas that will enable our organization to build a strong foundation that will support long term growth that advances its mission. Advisory Council Members and Focus Areas Click to view LinkedIn profiles Find out more Hetal Patel Data Analytics Director of Data and Analytics, Instride Health Ronnetha Darrett Programming Bill Brancato Technology Sylvia Baffour Social Emotional Learning Owner, Baffour International Kamau Akabueze Marketing Founder, THE ÅLïEN SCõÖL for Creative Thinking Lauren Love Community Partnerships Founding President & Chief Executive Officer, MENTOR Texas Rita Dixon Law Attorney at Law, Rita C. Dixon, PLLC Michael Flores Mental Health/Wellness Director, Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling Karen Marcucci School Relationships Director Customer Quality Correction Action Manager, Mouser Electronics Show More Apply For information about serving on our Advisory Council, contact us at: admin@nogginfoundation.org

Board of Directors member Radha Appan Our Board Dr . Radha Appan Dr. Ra dha Appan is an Associate Professor in the Information Systems and Quantitative Sciences department at Texas Tech University. She has published her research in high impact journals such as MIS Quarterly, Journal of the Association of Information Systems, Decision Support Systems, The Data Base for Advances in Information Systems, and Information and Management. Realizing at an early age that excelling in education was the window to new opportunities through her mom’s earnest efforts to lay the foundations for her success, Radha worked tirelessly toward earning a Ph.D. in Information Systems. Taking the same principles and inspiration into her profession, for over two decades as an educator, Radha took to building the capabilities of the next generations of information systems professionals. Indeed, while she has worked with many important non-profit organizations in the past, education is her true passion. Overall, Radha truly believes that (i) quality education for every child is a fundamental right, (ii) meaningful education is the pathway to achieving true equality in all other areas of life, (iii) equity in education can be achieved only if the whole community commits to it, and (iv) that education is foundational for communities to come together to build the capabilities of future generations. It is her mission to rally support and commitment of the community to close the achievement gap in our society. BACK

Our students are amazing! Here we spotlight our future world-changers. This is Kaiden! We are so glad to have him as a part of our Noggin family! "Tutoring with Noggin has helped Kaiden become successful in reading and more confidence with his work." -Courtney, Kaiden's Mom "Kaiden has grown so much throughout my sessions with him. He perseveres through the challenges he is faced with and I’m beyond proud of him! He is growing to be more self-aware of himself and also in his ability to ask for help when needed. He is redirected easily and never gives up! Kaiden, you are a rock star!!!!!" -Laretta, Kaiden's tutor Back

If you have ever struggled to keep your child on task while completing his/her routine at home this is for you! At age 8 my son was diagnosed with autism and his behavioral therapist suggested we begin using a visual schedule. I was shocked at the difference it made in our mornings and evenings. Donate $5 Your $5 donation goes to support an at-risk student served by Noggin Educational Foundation. If you have ever struggled to keep your child on task while completing his/her routine at home this is for you! At age 8 my son was diagnosed with autism and his behavioral therapist suggested we begin using a visual schedule. I was shocked at the difference it made in our mornings and evenings. After only four months of using the schedule I noticed he had stopped putting up his pictures, but no longer struggled with staying on task. I asked him why he stopped and He replied, “The pictures are in my mind, Mommy!” PDF download includes Toothbrush, Books, Notebook paper, Lunchbox, Car, Bus, Plate & silverware, Toaster, Blue backpack, Pink backpack, Blue shirt, Pink shirt, Blue shoes, Pink shoes, Grey socks, Pink socks, Hairbrush, Bed, Boy washing face, Girl washing face, Hands washing, Bar of soap, Green pajamas, Pink pajamas, Box of toys (cleanup). 22 MB/10 Pages Upon receipt of the donation, you will be emailed a link for the download. If you have any questions about this product please email us: admin@nogginfoundation.org HOME

Discover essential special education resources to navigate the ARD process, understand your IEP, and access local support in Grand Prairie, TX. Special Education Resources ARD PROCESS Notice of Procedural Safeguards English Language Written Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards Spanish Language Written Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards English Language Audio Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards Spanish Language Audio Version (September 2022) IDEA Manual English Language Written Version (Updated as of July 2022) IDEA Manual Spanish Language Written Version (Updated as of July 2022) Parent's Guide to the ARD Written Version (February 2021) UNDERSTANDING YOUR IEP The Basic Steps of the Special Education Process (Especially for those new to special education) Essential Components of the IEP Information and insight on the essentials of an IEP and seeking amendments to the IEP can also be found in the IDEA Manual in the "ARD Process" section beginning on page 31 in both the English and Spanish language versions. IDEA manual also has template letters in both English and Spanish versions that parents can proactively use by just inserting student-specific information that assists in communicating with schools. COMMON DISABILITIES 13 Categories of Eligibility for SPED in Texas English Language Version 13 Categories of Eligibility for SPED in Texas Spanish Language Version COMMON SERVICES & ACCOMODATIONS Presentation sample accommodations 10 Common General Accommodations Common Accommodations for Hyperactivity Symptoms of ADHD Common Recommended Accommodations and Instructional Strategies by Disability Type A School District's Sample Teacher Guide to Accommodations and Modifications Common Literacy Related Accommodations and Modifications with Disability Type in Mind (Includes written content and videos) Recommendations for Various Types of Accommodations (including but not limited to health-related accommodations) Checklist with Sample Accommodations by category Sample Accommodations (including recommendations for accommodations to meet challenges of processing and memory deficits) Sample Accommodations Checklists LOCAL RESOURCES Parent Resource Network Parent to Parent Disability Rights Texas Disability Rights Texas (K-12 Education Specific Resources) SPEDTex TEA - Special Education Easter Seals Texas MHMR of Tarrant County (serving multiple counties as well ) Noggin Special Education Advocacy Metrocare Services (Dallas County) IDD Council of Tarrant County Tarrant Cares Navigate Life Texas ABA Resources Texas Workforce Solutions - Vocational Rehabilitation Services ( Formerly known as DARS) Community Resource Coordination Groups of Texas Community Resources For Noggin Families SPED Information Videos Play Video Play Video 53:08 The One About Services and Accommodations at School Play Video Play Video The One About Learning Disabilities Play Video Play Video 58:39 The One About ADHD Play Video Play Video 55:03 The One About Anxiety and Depression Play Video Play Video The One About Dyslexia Play Video Play Video The One About Struggling Readers Play Video Play Video The One About Bilingual and Dual Language Programs Play Video Play Video 01:14:16 The One About ADHD Coaching

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