What Happens Behind the Classroom Door? The Case for Cameras in Special Education
Every morning, parents across Florida send their children with disabilities to school and trust that the adults caring for...
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Ugh! Standardized Tests! Now What?
We are in the height of testing season. It seems like every school I walk into, all I hear is chatter about the FAST, STAR...
Envisioning an Improved Continuum of Services
As many parents are participating in their child’s matriculation meeting at this time of year - transition meeting from...
To Resolve or Not to Resolve
There are tons of influencers out there who are very focused on the benefits of New Year's resolutions - and a growing...
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE – NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE ELSE SAYS
Unfortunately, far too often, I find both parents and teachers seem to think that by the time a kid gets to high school,...
A Dozen Red Flags of a Hot Mess IEP Meeting :o
For many parents, the annual IEP meeting is something that incites a great sense of overwhelm, frustration and doom. This...
Cultivating Belonging Through Inclusive Education
I am the queen of procrastination. It might look like I get things done, but it's usually after hours, or even days, of...
Inclusive Education…. More Than Just Visiting
Certainly, one of the most advocated for settings for kids with disabilities is that of a regular education classroom. ...
Easing Into the New School Year
For those parents whose kids are just about finishing up Extended School Year, or those who might be taking a couple weeks...
Can Comics Help Kids Develop Reading Skills?
You Betcha!! Many kids that I know, who happen to have disabilities, really love comic books/graphic novels. When they can...