. Goals are easiest to achieve when they are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). Setting goals that are too vaguely defined or overly ambitious can lead to frustration for you and your child. For example, instead of setting a goal like "Katie will learn to walk," try something like "Let's talk to Katie's physical therapist about trying that 14-week power training program, and see if that improves her mobility." It's important that kids with CP feel empowered and involved in their own treatment and development. Talk to your child about what goals they want to achieve for themselves, and work with them and their care team to develop strategies for attaining those goals. Help your child formulate goals by asking them questions and encouraging them to talk about areas of their life that are important to them (e.g., socializing, sports, or play). For example, you might ask your child, "What's something new you'd like to try at school this year?" As you work toward your goals together, keep track of how your child is doing. Make note of any major successes or setbacks, and discuss them in meetings with members of your child's care team. If your child is struggling to meet a particular goal, talk about the possibility of trying a different approach. Sometimes, it may be necessary to revise your goals or adjust your expectations. Brainstorm with your child's care team, and discuss new approaches to the problem. If your child is old enough, involve them in discussions with their care team. They may be able to provide important insights into what works for them and what doesn't. . Your child may struggle to meet their goals, or it may take them longer to accomplish a particular goal than you anticipated. You and your child may both become frustrated along the way, and that's okit's perfectly normal. Stop what you are doing and take a break, if you need to. Always praise your child for working toward a goal, even if they don't have much success at first. Let them know that you are always there for them and want to support them in any way you can. Setbacks and challenges are an inevitable part of working toward any goal. Help your child deal with their feelings of disappointment, frustration and stress by: Observing your child's moods and noticing when they are experiencing stress or negative emotions related to difficulty meeting their goals. Encouraging your child to talk about how they are feeling, and recognizing their feelings without judgment. Listening actively to your child and validating their feelings. You might say something like, "It sounds like you feel really frustrated right now. It's okay to feel that way. I'm proud of you for trying so hard." Offering positive touch (such as hugs, high-fives, or pats on the back), when your child wants it. Acknowledging your child's progress and achievements can help them feel empowered and increase their sense of well-being. Focus your praise on the effort your child is putting in toward achieving a goal, rather than on the end result. This will encourage them to keep working toward their goals and pushing their boundaries. For example, you might say, "Wow, you're getting better and better at using your crutches! All that work you've been putting in is really paying off!" Helping a child with CP can be challenging and stressful. If you find yourself getting overwhelmed, reach out to friends and family for help and support. Ask your child's doctor to recommend a support group for parents of kids with cerebral palsy. If you are really struggling emotionally, or if you need practical advice on time management and coping skills, consider seeing a therapist.
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One-sentence summary -- Make your goals SMART Ask you child to set their own goals. Work with your child's care team to assess their progress. Be patient Help your child cope with setbacks and disappointments. Celebrate your child's progress. Turn to your support network when you need extra help.

. There are many business plan models you can work with ranging from a one page "lean canvas" to 100 pages of complex questions. You will have to figure out which kind works best for you! Your business plan will describe your goals for the school, the reasons they are attainable, and how you plan to achieve them financially. A business plan will be necessary to begin raising funds and fulfilling the incorporation steps necessary to start a school. Consider conducting a feasibility study to determine whether or not opening a school will be a viable option. Early in the startup process, it is essential to take a hard look at your vision and determine how best to proceed. You'll need to determine how many students you're likely to enroll, budget costs, operating costs, upkeep of the grounds, and all other facets of the school's operation to determine if it will be likely to succeed. You may also want to interview people in your community about whether there is a need for this type of school You won't be able to do this by yourself, so one of the first steps in starting your school needs to be appointing like-minded administrators to make up a board of directors who will jointly make all financial and operational decisions, hire faculty, and oversee the school. While an increasing number of micro-schools are run by a single teacher, in general, no school is run by a single "leader." While it's important to establish good leadership as a group, a school is more of a corporation and less of a dictatorship. To find a good board of directors, consider enlisting local members of the education community who may be dissatisfied with their local options and be interested in a more forward-thinking school, like yours. . Your board of directors needs to carefully fill out the articles of incorporation with the state in which you'll be based and register as an educational non-profit. Often, there's a corporate filing office or business bureau with which you can fill out the papers. Usually, there is a fee of several hundred dollars associated with the forms. By filing as a non-profit, you'll be able to receive grants, donations, and other types of funding that wouldn't normally be available to a for-profit organization. To obtain non-profit status, the organization must be organized and operated exclusively for religious, educational, scientific, or other charitable purposes and fulfill the following requirements: Net earnings may not inure to the benefit of any private individual or shareholder. No substantial part of its activity may be attempting to influence legislation and may not intervene in political campaigns. The organization's purposes and activities may not be illegal or violate fundamental public policy. Visit the IRS website or a local office to apply for an Employee Identification Number (EIN). This acts as your corporate SSN, basically. It distinguishes you as a non-profit educational corporation with the IRS, including tax-exempt status. To register your EIN, fill out the IRS form found here. The tax-exempt status can be somewhat time-consuming, and you may want to consult a lawyer to go over the paperwork with you and ensure that you're interpreting and filling it out correctly. To file for tax-exempt status, fill out IRS form 1023, found here.
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One-sentence summary -- Prepare a business plan Gather a board of directors. File for incorporation in your state Register as a non-profit. Obtain an EIN and file for tax-exempt status.

Don't reach for a cloth towel because the red wine will stain the towel. A degreasing dish soap works best. The salt should soak up the wine, preventing permanent staining. Leave for 30 minutes before rinsing with clean water.
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Use a paper towel to blot any excess liquid from a fresh spill. Use a paper towel soaked in dish soap and warm water to scrub the stain. Pour table salt onto the stain and allow it to sit for 30 minutes. Pick up salt with a paper towel and rinse the area with clean water. If color remains after the salt application, place hydrogen peroxide in a small spray bottle and spray on the affected area.