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Hey there, teacher friends! I can't believe that for some schools there are only two weeks left before school starts back! Today, I want to shed light on a common phrase we often hear from our students: "This is easy." While it may seem harmless or even positive at first, I have found it beneficial to discourage this expression in our classrooms. Let's dive into why, and explore a more empowering alternative.

Multisensory instruction is a teaching approach that involves engaging multiple senses to help students with learning disabilities better understand and retain information. This approach recognizes that different students learn in different ways, and that incorporating multiple senses can make learning more effective and engaging for everyone. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of multisensory instruction for students with learning disabilities.

Classroom discipline is an important part of creating a positive learning environment for students. It involves setting expectations for student behavior and creating structures that support those expectations. Good classroom discipline can help create a safe and productive learning environment, while poor discipline can lead to chaos and disruption in the classroom. It is essential for teachers to have effective strategies in place to ensure that their classrooms are well-disciplined and conducive to learning.

When it comes to determining eligibility and qualifying for special education, there are a few things you need to know.

Brrrr! I bet you’re feeling that cold winter air too… We are entering those LONG, BREAKLESS months of the school year when the students are coming down off the holiday high and struggling to stay focused. This is the best time to buckle down and get to business, but we really need to make learning engaging to get them back on track.

Education today can sometimes be difficult to navigate. You see, the phrase “when I was in school” is said… A LOT… and there IS a difference between today’s education and the education of those who start parent-teacher conferences with “well when I was in school…” Today there are national laws, district procedures, and school procedures that must be followed that may differ from the education of (long) ago. That is why collaboration and communication are key – especially in special education.