Question 1

Where did the name 'UnmaskEd' come from?

Accepted Answer

UnmaskEd’s name is derived from the strong belief that children should not have to mask their true selves in order to learn.

We cannot control the mask they wear in school, in social settings, or elsewhere. But we can strive to be their safe space where they can be themselves while learning.

Question 2

What ages do you work with?

Accepted Answer

Educational Therapy: We support students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade, typically that is ages 5-13.

Advocacy: All school ages.

Question 3

What disabilities do you support?

Accepted Answer

We work with all intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)!

Some examples of developmental disabilities we support: autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, dyslexia, learning disabilities, vision impairments (such as CVI), etc.

An intellectual disability is typically a developmental disability with a more significant impact on learning, memory, and daily living skills.

Acquired disabilities such as traumatic brain injury may also cause IDD.

Question 4

Does my child have to have a diagnosis to work with UnmaskEd?

Accepted Answer

No, but a diagnosis does provide helpful information when we are planning evaluation, supports, and treatment.

If your child is on an IEP at school, meaning they have been determined to meet the eligibility criteria for a disability category (whether they have a medical diagnosis or not), sharing this information with UnmaskEd will also be very helpful.

Please reach out if you are seeking a medical diagnosis and don't know where to start- we are happy to provide referrals.

Question 5

Does my child have to have an IEP or 504 plan to work with UnmaskEd?

Accepted Answer

No, but school evaluations, current IEPs and 504s, and school behavior plans do provide helpful information when we are planning evaluation, supports, and treatment.

If your child has a medical diagnosis but is not receiving IEP or 504 services at school, that information will be sufficient for UnmaskEd.

Please reach out if you are seeking special education services or additional supports for your child in public school and don't know where to start, reach out to us! We provide IEP advocacy, which includes support in navigating the system and getting your student the supports they need to be successful at school.

Frequently asked questions

Where did the name 'UnmaskEd' come from?

What ages do you work with?

What disabilities do you support?

Does my child have to have a diagnosis to work with UnmaskEd?

Does my child have to have an IEP or 504 plan to work with UnmaskEd?