Student Support

Below is a list of tips from Brown University for your learner to apply while taking a test. 1. If possible, choose a seat in a place with few distractions…

My name is Ginger Pillitteri, and I am an education specialist teaching 5th grade. I have been teaching special education for 19 years and am so excited to be with…

DuoLingo is a great app for those interested in learning another language! Each lesson practices translation, listening, reading and speaking. As you work through each lesson, you can see if…

Accommodations and modifications are provided to make sure that learners with disabilities have access to an appropriate education program. So, what are they and how are they different? Accommodations are…

This is my first year with iLEAD Exploration as an education specialist and I am LOVING it! I love to virtually teach our learners and work with them on their…

Bitsboard is a great app for learners who need help with focus and working memory. The app includes flashcards, matching games, and visual multiple choice games on subjects ranging from…

My family and I consist of my husband and our three-month-old daughter, Charlotte (although we affectionately call her Charlie for short). Thanks to my amazing colleagues, I was able to…

Our student support team works hard everyday to connect and work with our learners and families. We help our learners grow and meet their goals in an environment that is…

Mommy Speech Therapy is a website that has great suggestions for parents and teachers on strategies for improving comprehension and speech. It offers free materials for practicing speech sounds at…

Dyslexia is a learning disability that is neurobiological (having to do with the nervous system) in origin. There are different types of dyslexia and many warning signs to look out…

My name is Ellen Kingery and this is my first year as an education specialist at iLEAD Exploration! I have been teaching in special education for 15 years, mainly in…

Geared for grades K-8, this website has fun games to help with math and reading! Your learner can watch videos and practice their skills with arcade-style games. Directions for the…

LetterReflex app is a must have for many! This app is used to help young children who struggle with letter and number reversals. There are two interactive games included to…

At iLEAD, we believe consistent development and growth are vital to one’s well-being and to our community as a whole! Over the past year, our staff has been collectively studying…

Understood.org is a website containing lots of helpful information about students with learning and attention struggles. Understood includes information about understanding the IEP process and your learner’s challenges, preparing for…

My name is Stephanie Sanders, and I’m an education specialist with iLEAD. I live in Gallipolis, Ohio with my husband and two corgis. We live right on the Ohio River,…

Understood.org is a website containing lots of helpful information about students with learning and attention struggles. Understood includes information about understanding the IEP process and your learner’s challenges, preparing for…

Skill Champ is a free app great for learners in grades TK-3. It allows learners to practice skills such as picture matching, letters, numbers, colors, big and little, happy and…

Just a friendly reminder that there will be no IEP services provided during our break, Dec. 16 through Jan. 4. Services will resume Monday, Jan. 7. Enjoy the holidays!

My name is Madi Lyall! I started working for iLEAD in May of this year. I am a member of the care team for Student Support and love every aspect…

Join us for our 3rd annual Student Support Symposium on Oct 9! WHY: The goal of this year’s symposium is to empower educators to use their talents, passions, and interests to…

Lakeshore Learning gives you access to free resources like lesson plans, worksheets, flashcards, and more! You can also browse through the online catalog or find a store near you to…

If your learner has a 504 or IEP with iLEAD, they are eligible to sign up for Bookshare. Bookshare provide free access for children to listen to books. Learners are…

Join us for our 3rd annual Student Support Symposium on Oct 9! WHY: The goal of this year’s symposium is to empower educators to use their talents, passions, and interests to…