Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: Parents, teachers, students, grandparents and others who knows or cares about a child with learning disabilities.

Q: What is the book about?
A: The book is a manual written with an insider’s view of the process of special education for learning disabled children. It empowers parents with insight into the environmental factors that cause learning disabilities; vital information about laws and legislation that empowers parents with rights that supersede those of the school. It is designed to empower parents with information and strategies that will elevate them to a level of co-partnership by powerfully supporting at home what she is asking the teacher to do in the classroom.

Q: Why are you the best person to write this book?
A: 30 years of experience as a school psychologist in public education prepared me with an insight into the workings of the special education process that is of benefit to parents. Preparation as a classroom teacher along with extensive graduate training in school administration, language, reading, special education, and parent education gave me a rich foundation in children and learning.

During this time I learned what and what not to share with parents and why in the best interest of the school they should not be told.  In this book I have revealed all the little things schools would rather parents did not know about special legislation that gives parents and children rights that supersede those of the school.

The fact that legislation left the laws on the books without funding to implement them is highly problematic for the schools.  However, the law is there, and this book empowers parents to claim their rights under that law, making  them a driving force in special education.  Parents who purchase and read the book are empowered by the author through fax and phone in accomplishing their objectives for their child’s education.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: This book empowers parents to take an active role in making a difference for their child.  This book educates parents, and makes them the driving force behind the design of the Individualized Education Plan. Parents are provided with all the skills necessary to insure that their child receives the free, appropriated, public education guaranteed by law.

Q: Is there anything else we should know about this book?
A: It is fearlessly written by a 60’s activist who believes that things can be different and that parents are the key to this difference. The book is a road map to that objective.

Question: Who is the intended audience?
Answer: The book is written in two formats:
1. The workbook designed for 9 – 13 year olds
2. The E-book – designed for 13 – 19 year olds

Q: What is the book about?
A: This award winning book will teach students how to take more responsibility for their education. Students learn how to use the goal setting principles in the classroom. Each of the eight chapters is designed to facilitate meaningful discussions about these important life skills ideas.

Q: How is this book different from other books on this topic?
A: Goal Setting for Students® is the only workbook that specifically shows students how to use these principles in school. It was written with three goals in mind:
1. Teach students how to take ownership of their education
2. Help teachers reach their goals in the classroom
3. Include parents in this collaborative educational experience

Additional Information:
This award winning book is being is used in all environments where children are being encouraged to succeed. This includes: classrooms, home schooling, church groups, guidance counselors, after school programs, girl scout groups, 4–H groups, alternative education programs, at–risk programs and summer camps.

Testimonials:
“This book is for parents who want to show their kids how to create a vision and then go after it – one step at a time.” Julie Hood, Parent

“Within three weeks students had a more positive outlook toward school… As a parent and educator I would definitely recommend John Bishop’s Goal Setting for Students® book.” Ms. Toshi Floyd, 9th Grade Teacher

“…. It is organized, easy to implement, and is presented in a positive and affirming manner…Our students learned they can make a difference in their lives. “ Georgia Bland, Middle School Principal

“The concepts presented in this curriculum are an essential part of developing responsible, caring, and respectful young people.”
Liz Gibbons, Executive Director, Character Plus

“One thing I learned is how to be successful and what success is.”
Jeremy T, 7th grade Student

“We have noticed definite improvement in our child’s willingness to take responsibility for their academic success.” George Oehlert, Parent

“… I learned to never give up. It is important to have pride in yourself and to try your hardest to achieve all your goals.” Ryan Chase, Student