KMAD

09/09/2026

One thing I've learned over the years is that many parents are told their child struggles with "executive functioning," but nobody really explains what that means.

Does your child lose homework, forget directions, struggle to get started, wait until the last minute on projects, or become overwhelmed by simple tasks? These can all be signs of executive functioning challenges.

I created this Executive Function Toolkit for Parents to break down these skills in plain language. Inside, I explain what executive functioning actually is, what it can look like at home and school, examples of supports and accommodations, questions parents should ask, and even a sample IEP focused on executive functioning needs.

My goal is simple: help parents better understand what they're seeing and feel more confident advocating for their child.

The Executive Function Toolkit is now available in my resource store.

Executive Function Toolkit for ParentsExecutive functioning is one of the most misunderstood challenges children face in school.Many children who struggle with executive functioning are often described as disorganized, forgetful, distracted, unmotiva...

09/08/2026

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09/08/2026

Save time & money by shopping KMAD's Buy It Now section on WhatNot BEFORE the live stream! Over 60 items are listed now, from cleaners to yarn to backpacks & even curtains!

Don't Miss This !! Buy it Now One Stop Shop

09/08/2026

I have spoken with many families whose children struggled during the transition from one school to another. Many different stories, different schools, different teachers. After talking to so many parents, I decided to make a few school transition guides that will help parents feel a little more prepared.

A few districts are going on week 3 of school; a few are entering week 2. Don't wait for the first report card to realize your child needed some assistance.

Use the link below to download these helpful guides.

Included in this bundle:

• Middle School Transition Guide

• Understanding Common IEP Supports & Accommodations

• Don't Let Your Child's IEP Services Be Delayed

• Middle School to High School Transition Guide

Inside these guides, you'll learn:

• What to expect during major school transitions

• Common challenges students face and how to support them

• Examples of accommodations and supports often included in IEPs

• What services should be starting at the beginning of the school year

• Warning signs that your child may be struggling

• Questions to ask teachers and school staff

• Tips for monitoring your child's supports and progress

• Important reminders about parent rights and advocacy

Whether your child has an IEP, a 504 Plan, or simply needs additional support during a transition year, these resources provide practical information to help you start the school year with confidence.

4 Digital Guides Included | Instant PDF Download

Knowledge builds confidence. Confidence changes everything.

Disclaimer: These resources are intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.

School Transition Parent BundleStarting a new school year can bring a lot of questions for parents. Whether your child is moving to middle school, transitioning to high school, or returning with an IEP or 504 Plan, this bundle was created to help you...

09/04/2026

As a Marine Corps veteran who served in Iraq, I went 20 years before learning about VA healthcare, benefits and services. No one calls you to help, the system is complicated , and most veterans feel they don’t qualify or rate anything. Well I can confidently tell you that you do qualify and rate for at least something!

The first step I took was scheduling my free Gulf War registry exam .  I want to share as much information I come across so other Veterans can gain knowledge and most importantly know that they are not the only one out there struggling

Below is information I found online that helped me get started.

If others have helpful information, please share it in the comments! 

09/03/2026

I spent countless hours learning how to navigate evaluations, accommodations, meetings, data, and educational plans. I quickly realized many parents are expected to make important decisions without ever being taught how the system works.

That's why I created Falling Through the Cracks Educational Advocacy.

Whether you're preparing for an IEP meeting, trying to understand evaluation results, considering homeschooling, or simply wondering what your next step should be, I've created resources designed to help families feel informed, prepared, and confident.

If you've ever left a school meeting feeling confused, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do next, these resources were created for you.

Helping Parents Understand. Helping Students Succeed.

Shop resources here:

Hi, I'm Kaylee.Like many parents, I found myself trying to navigate the education system while advocating for a child who needed support. Along the way, I learned how overwhelming IEPs, 504 Plans, evaluations, progress reports, and school meetings ca...

09/03/2026

We all know the discussions surrounding the school budget, and although things are settled for right now, we also know these conversations aren't over.

I still have children who need to get through this district, and the uncertainty makes me nervous about what their education could look like in the years ahead. Knowing that Dighton-Rehoboth is a School Choice option for Freetown-Lakeville high school students, I started looking into their district and comparing it to ours.

The flyer shows some of the basic information I looked at first.

What I found is that these are actually two very similar regional school districts. Their student enrollment is extremely close, they each operate five schools, their high school enrollments are almost identical, and even the number of teachers is very close.

I also looked at DESE accountability information. Both districts are currently classified as not requiring assistance or intervention, and both are making moderate progress toward their targets.

So then I started looking at the differences and one that really stood out to me is Chapter 74.

Dighton-Rehoboth offers state-approved Career & Technical Education programs right inside their high school. Students have access to programs including Automotive Technology, Carpentry, Advanced Manufacturing, Drafting, Early Education & Care, Marketing, Medical Assisting, and Radio & Television Broadcasting.

Apponequet does not offer Chapter 74 programs.

These programs also create access to additional CTE funding and grant opportunities. In 2025, Dighton-Rehoboth received a $650,000 grant to expand its Automotive Technology program into electric and hybrid vehicle training.

I'm not sharing this to say one district is better than the other. There are way too many variables involved to make that comparison fairly.

I'm looking because I want to understand what our students have, what other students have access to, and what other options are out there.

And when another regional district that looks very similar to ours is also a School Choice option for our high school students, I think it's worth knowing what they are doing differently.

I'm going to keep digging — and you should too.

09/02/2026

So… what exactly is happening with KMAD? ❤️

We know KMAD looks a little different these days, and we wanted to finally explain where we're headed — and why we hope you'll stick around for it.

KMAD started in 2018 for one simple reason: to help families save money on everyday things.

And when I say we started small, I mean SMALL. We started selling right out of our driveway. 😂 Within six months, that little driveway business had grown into a 4,000 sq. ft. store.

A lot has happened since then. KMAD has changed, our family has changed, and honestly, Chad and I have changed too.

So now it's time for KMAD to change with us.

The deals aren't going anywhere.

Chad and I are going to be focusing our retail side on Whatnot. We'll be doing live shows with all kinds of discounted products, and we'll also have a Buy It Now section where you can shop whenever you want — you don't have to wait for us to go live.

But you're also going to start seeing a different side of KMAD.

Over the last few years, I've found myself becoming more and more involved in education and advocating for kids and families. That's where Falling Through the Cracks came from. I'm going to continue sharing information, talking about the things parents aren't always told, helping families understand their options, and giving parents the tools to advocate for their kids.

Chad has his own path that he's becoming more involved in too.

He's a Marine veteran, spent years serving our community in law enforcement, and today serves Freetown as a Selectman and on the Planning Board. Now he wants to use some of his own experience to help other veterans understand and navigate the process of applying for VA disability benefits — because that process can be confusing and overwhelming, especially when you don't know where to start.

So yes, KMAD is going to look different.

One day you might see us live selling $2 cleaning products. 😂

The next day you might see me talking about what's happening in our schools.

You might see Chad sharing something that could help a veteran.

You might see us supporting something happening right here in our community.

And that's exactly what we want KMAD to be now.

Because when we really thought about it, the reason we started KMAD hasn't changed nearly as much as we thought it had.

In 2018, helping people meant finding a way for families to afford the everyday things they needed.

Today, we still want to save you money — but we've also realized there are other ways we can help.

Sometimes it's a deal.

Sometimes it's information.

Sometimes it's helping someone understand a system they don't know how to navigate.

Sometimes it's simply using your voice when you have the opportunity to make something better.

So if you've been here since the driveway days, the store days, somewhere in between, or you just found us — we hope you'll stay.

Keep following KMAD. Shop with us. Watch the lives. Follow Falling Through the Cracks. Share the veteran information with someone who might need it. Talk to us. Laugh with us. And keep being part of this crazy little thing that somehow started in our driveway back in 2018.

KMAD isn't closing a chapter. We're just writing the next one. ❤️

And we're pretty excited to see where it goes.

With love, Kaylee Carvalho & Chad Carvalho

08/25/2026

KMAD is bringing you a Buy It Now Show!

Items will be just $1–$5!

The live show will be September 8th at 11:30 AM, BUT you don’t have to wait to shop. You can start shopping right now using the link below!

New items will be added every day leading up to the show, so keep checking back to see what’s new.

Cleaning supplies, snacks, drinks, home goods, backpacks and more!

Shop early, grab what you want, and I’ll see you live September 8th!

Don't Miss This !! Buy it Now One Stop Shop

08/20/2026

Kaylee is famous!!

Dozens of Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District employees will not return this fall.