The
Disability
Observatory
A clam place to explore learning, behavior, communication and developmental needs without feeling overwhelmed.
Choose a Constelation
Explore information about different learning, developmental, and behavioral needs.
Autism
ADHD
Dyslexia
Anxiety
Speech
Sensory
Processing
Behavior & Emotional Regulation
Intellectual Disability
Developmental Delay
Medical/OHI
What parents usually want to know
Every topic page is designed to answer the most common questions.
What does this mean?
Understand the basics in simple, family-friendly language.
What might it look like at school?
Explore common strengths and challenges you might see.
What evaluations may help?
Learn about possible evaluations and who can provide them.
What supports may be considered?
Discover interventions and strategies that may help.
What accommodations might be discussed?
See examples of accommodations at school.
What Questions should I ask at the IEP/504 meeting?
Get helpful questions to guide meaningful conversations.
Not a Diagnosis
This page is for parent education only. It does not diagnose a child.
It is deigned to help families understand terms, supports, and
questions to bring to the school team or provider.
You know your child best.
We're here to help you
navigate the journey.