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Did you know that 1 in 50 school-aged children live with Tourette Syndrome (TS) or another Persistent Tic Disorder?

As an educator, we know you want to support your students in the best way possible – including students who experience tics and other co-occurring conditions. We have compiled a comprehensive list of resources to assist educators and school personnel in in developing effective support plans to allow children with TS and other Tic Disorders to thrive, both socially and academically. Below and across our site you’ll find many free resources about TS and accommodating students with TS in the classroom.

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POLICY & FUNDING UPDATES A new federal order has sparked concerns about forced institutionalization of people with disabilities. The Senate supports all parts of IDEA in education research and funding bill. The Education Department issued a flexibility waiver for ESEA requirements and proposed additional AI-related priorities for grant submissions. The department is also promoting special education school choice initiatives. States are weighing big decisions on federal school vouchers as public school enrollment declines. Medicaid cuts could significantly impact special education funding, creating new budget pressures for schools. Meanwhile, educators are exploring solutions to persistent special educator shortages.

EDUCATION LEADERSHIP CHALLENGES Many principals don't always understand special education requirements, creating significant challenges for effective implementation and student support. A new report shows a mixed picture in pandemic recovery for American children.

LEGAL & SYSTEM CHANGES The Supreme Court made disability discrimination lawsuits easier to pursue in schools. Illinois is implementing universal mental health screenings in schools to better support student wellbeing. States are working to improve child care for kids with disabilities and curb expulsions of children with disabilities from child care settings.

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION A new report finds that AI teacher assistants are useful but can pose risks in the classroom, highlighting the need for careful implementation.

HEALTH & RESEARCH UPDATES Research shows that nonmedical use of prescription ADHD drugs among teens has dropped, indicating positive trends in adolescent health behaviors.

ACCESSIBILITY & SUPPORT PROGRESS High costs and limited availability continue to make getting a service dog challenging for many families. On a positive note, a disability activist will be featured on a US quarter, marking important recognition of disability rights leadership.

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78% of children with ADHD have at least one other co-occurring condition

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The Tourette Association of America has compiled a comprehensive list of resources to assist educators and school personnel in in developing effective support plans to allow children with TS and other Tic Disorders to thrive, both socially and academically.

Download Free Tourette Syndrome Resources For Your Students Today →

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Which of the 13 IDEA disability categories is the most commonly reported among students nationwide??

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