Over the years in deliberations on a manifestation determination I have often heard two diametrically opposed opinions shared. The first opinion expressed often goes something like this, “He has an emotional disturbance, therefore everything he does is impacted by his disability.” The response to that is often expressed similarly to, “I know lots of kidsContinue reading “Manifestation determination”
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Getting Started Virtually
Many teachers are starting the semester virtually. Some of you will move on to face-to-face classes soon, others may be teaching online all year. So, what is important in starting the year off right if you must start virtually? Since everyone is so unconnected, one of the first things teachers need to do is connectContinue reading “Getting Started Virtually”
Special Education and COVID-19
After talking to colleagues who are fielding questions from districts and special education personnel, it is clear that there is a lot of unclear information and misinformation out there. One lady called to ask about something else and then said the special education director in her district had called in all of the diagnosticians toContinue reading “Special Education and COVID-19”
Teach Procedures
“But by this age they should know how to sharpen pencils!” the frustrated teacher protested. “I should not have to teach simple things like lining up and waiting until the teacher is not talking to sharpen pencils.” “So, the procedure in your room is, ‘when you need to sharpen your pencil, if the teacher isContinue reading “Teach Procedures”
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