Assumptions
We are a world of assumptions, and the more diverse our world becomes, the more we assume. People see a...
Understanding Parents
I was speaking with a mom about her daughter, who has a disability. This mom was lamenting her frustration with...
First Year Teacher Tips
Starting as a special education teacher can be overwhelming, challenging, and rewarding… all at the same time. And, if you...
Special Education & Mindfulness
There has been a lot said for mindfulness in schools. During, and especially after Covid, California schools turned to mindfulness...
Supporting Your Parents
One thing that is so important for me as a teacher is supporting my parents. Yes, my job is to...
2nd Day Of School
The 2024-2025 school year is officially upon us! We are reminded of that in back to school commercials and when...
Every Child Is Different
I was listening to a post and a summary answer to a question posed to the teacher was, “every child...
Strategies For Burnout
Last weeks post, we looked at educator burnout and the effects it has on the educator and the field of...
Educator Burnout
The numbers are not good. In 2023, according to the Teacher Wellbeing Index, 78% of teachers described themselves as stressed....
Sensory Processing Disorder
Students with disabilities often suffer from sensory issues. When sensory issues become too much, sensory overload occurs. And when sensory...