Setting Up A Successful School Year

PPMD is here to make sure that families within the Duchenne and Becker community have the necessary tools to advocate for their child not only in medical settings, but at school, as well. Together with you and your school’s staff, we want to ensure your child has a successful school year.

Navigating your child’s medical care is challenging enough, let alone trying to understand Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) vs. 504 plans, classroom accommodations, activity limitations, how to educate classmates and staff about Duchenne and Becker, and what information to provide to teachers and staff about your child’s medical care.

PPMD’s school resources walk you through everything you need to know when it comes to making school work for your family.

IEP and 504 Navigation

Many children with Duchenne or Becker will likely need some accommodations (504) or an individual educational plan (IEP) at some point during their time in school. PPMD’s resources provide an overview of your child’s rights, the difference between IEP and 504 plans, and how to navigate and manage plans once they are in place.

IEPs and 504s >

Talking to Teachers, Nurses, Staff, and Students

It’s important to remember that schools want to help your child succeed, but may need some extra education and communication to do so effectively. Whether it be talking to your child’s classmates or helping educators understand the needs of students with Duchenne and Becker, PPMD has created a suite of materials that can facilitate these conversations.

Talking Tips and Resources >

Resources for Educators

For teachers, understanding how to best support students with Duchenne or Becker is crucial for ensuring a successful school year. PPMD has created several resources that explain Duchenne and Becker, how it can affect the child in the classroom, and ways educators can best support their students. We encourage families to share these resources with their teachers and school staff ahead of the school year so everyone can start the year off on the right foot.

For Educators >