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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 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 DEVELOPMENTS Big autism announcements are expected at the federal level soon, as dozens of education grants face cancellation with more terminations on the horizon. Guidance on English learners' rights has been quietly rescinded. Some state leaders are cheering as the Education Department investigates their schools. For decades, federal oversight was the last best hope for special education students - raising questions about what happens now. ABLE account rules have been updated as bigger changes loom. The last state has agreed to continue special education services past age 18.

RESEARCH & HEALTH INSIGHTS Stanford research examines ADHD in preschoolers, while UT Dallas studies how "parentese" infant vocalization relates to autism development. New research published in Nature provides insights into neurodevelopmental conditions. New data examines health spending among children with autism. Federal data reveals racial disparities in special education placement remain significant.

EDUCATION & TEACHING CHALLENGES General education and special education researchers don't agree on how to teach math effectively. AI is changing teaching but few labor contracts reflect these technological shifts.

ACCESSIBILITY & DISCRIMINATION CONCERNS Discrimination may lead kids with disabilities to skip doctor visits, creating health access barriers. Amtrak falls short for passengers with disabilities in providing adequate accommodations.

POSITIVE DEVELOPMENTS Construction begins on the first-of-its-kind apartment complex specifically designed for adults with autism, marking progress in independent living options.

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7% of students with autism drop out of high school - the lowest dropout rate among all disability categories

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The Tourette Association of America has compiled a comprehensive list of resources to assist educators and school personnel 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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