Supporting Every Learner: How The French American Academy Meets Diverse Student Needs
Author: Lola Gueguen Embracing the Normalcy of Learning Differences According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 65.6 million individuals in the United States experience learning and attention issues. This translates to roughly 1 in 5 people having a learning or attention-related challenge (Barto, n.d.). Neurodivergent individuals are those who process information, learn, and behave differently. This […]
Can My Children Learn a New Language If We Don’t Speak It at Home?
Author: Lola Gueguen If you’ve ever wondered, “Can my child really learn a new language if we don’t speak it at home,” the answer is yes. Children are remarkably capable of acquiring new languages in immersive bilingual settings, even when the language isn’t spoken at home. While you may notice moments of language “mixing,” where […]
Understanding Your Child’s First Round of Evaluations
Author: Lola Gueguen The first round of evaluations can feel daunting for both students and families. As parents, you may find yourself wondering: What exactly are these evaluations? How should I interpret the results? What do they mean for my child? It’s natural to feel uncertain when you first receive your child’s scores. The purpose of […]
Why Socialization in Preschool Is Important and How Parents Can Support Their Child’s Lifelong Social Skills
Have you ever watched your preschooler try to join a group of kids at the park? Or seen your child offer a toy to a friend or sibling? These small moments are more than just play. They are the building blocks of lifelong skills. Preschool isn’t only about learning letters, numbers, shapes, and colors. It’s […]
Why I Chose Bilingual Education for My Child
France Weill
Speech Pathologist
France is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist with over 25 years of experience in private practice, specializing in treating children and adolescents in collaboration with their families. After earning an M.Sc. from Teachers College, Columbia University in 1993, she began her career under the mentorship of Dr. Phillip Schneider. France has been practicing in New York […]
