Balancing a Career and Home Education

Balancing a Career and Home Education

Photo by WorkingFromHome from Canva The prospect of balancing a career and home education can seem daunting. However, it should not keep parents interested in homeschooling their child from taking on the challenge. REASONS FOR HOME EDUCATION When figuring out how to...
eSpark in the Classroom

eSpark in the Classroom

As a Special Education Teacher, juggling all my responsibilities sometimes felt impossible. From laying out my students’ individualized education plan (IEP) to managing student behaviors to collaborating with paraeducators, I used to wonder if I was compromising the...
Tips for the IEP Meeting Table

Tips for the IEP Meeting Table

School administrators, special, and general education teachers are often seen as having most of the control at the Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting table. The families of students with disabilities deserve equitable decision making power. Therefore, if a...
Important IEP Terms

Important IEP Terms

Photo by corelens Navigating an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) can be daunting. Thankfully, once you familiarize yourself with the various IEP terms and acronyms you navigating the world of special education becomes easier. Below are the basic terms, roles, and...
Medical Cannabis and Children with Disabilities

Medical Cannabis and Children with Disabilities

Photo by sasirin pamai Using Medical Cannabis to Treat Children with Disabilities Medical cannabis is a legalized treatment option in thirty-seven states. Parents and legal guardians work with healthcare providers to create a treatment plan for children with...
Co-Teaching in a Virtual Classroom

Co-Teaching in a Virtual Classroom

Photo by Anthony Shkraba With a co-teacher in the classroom, students have more expertise, support, and accountability to enhance their learning experience. To maximize the benefits of co-teaching, especially in a virtual classroom, can use the following tips: 1....