Advocating for your child in school

Children who have bipolar disorder can have a very difficult time at school with behavior which can effect their ability to learn. Many times children with bipolar disorder also have another diagnosis as well (such as ADHD, a behavior disorder, etc.) When education is affected by bipolar disorder a child may need special help in school. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) may be helpful to your child. Parents of foster children and children adopted from foster care in Kentucky have access to Special Advocates For Education or SAFE mentors who can help in working with your child's school. Please visit www.purchaseresourceparentnetwork.org to find out more information about SAFE mentors in the region.