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What is an IEP and Why Is It So Important? 🤔 Join Nathan Ratkovsky, our Intervention Specialist, as he discusses the importance of creating an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for neurodiverse kids. Find out how an IEP can support them socially, behaviorally, emotionally, and academically within the school setting plus much more! 👉 Click the link below to watch the full video! https://bit.ly/3SC0Y7x

With many students performing below grade level, district leaders in Laurens 55, South Carolina, needed a curriculum that spanned grade levels and helped all students reach their potential. With the help of HMH programs, students at Waterloo Elementary School saw a 34% increase in literacy growth over a single school year. 📈 Explore all the ways the data-driven insights of Into Reading can help set your students on a new trajectory: http://spr.ly/6040eVQdo

Did you know that Encompass is NAEYC accredited? The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practices, policy, and research. Click below to review NAEYC's Message in a Backpack, three powerful practices for guiding children's behavior. 📖 https://lnkd.in/gMyN8i7y

I am presenting in Indianapolis on February 19 at the Indiana Council of Teachers of Math and Science (2024 ICTM - HASTI). Description of Presentation: Are you drowning in behavior plans, documentation, and interruptions? Reduce disruptive behavior and increase achievement with our practical strategies. Learn how we went from individual behavior plans for 28% of our students to ONLY 4% while increasing achievement. Presentation Information: Research is clear that students work harder and challenge less when they know we care and what we expect of them. Teachers need to be equipped and empowered to handle challenging situations and disruptions in class so students can stay focused on learning and achieving. There’s ample research about effective methods to support students AND our teachers. These methods are simple, but not easy. Together, focused on student success, we can create a warm, caring environment, enabling students to thrive. Audience: ALL K-12 educators, teachers, administrators, psychologists, counselors, and staff. I hope to see you in Indy!

4 powerful steps that early education administrators can use to build more inclusive environments: 📚 Educate staff on racial disparities to foster understanding and action. 💭 Encourage self-reflection among educators to promote growth and awareness. 👥 Provide coaching on recognizing and addressing implicit biases in interactions and behavior management. 🤝 Center coaching sessions on culturally responsive practices to ensure equitable outcomes for all children. Together, let's create nurturing spaces where every child can thrive! Get more tips here >> https://lnkd.in/eGT2cZAx 

For our adult education system to reach its full potential, we need stability and a long-term strategy, says Dr Sue Pember. Join us tomorrow for the next episode of Let's Go Further, which focuses on the positive impacts of adult education on our communities. Listen to the trailer below for a sneak peak. #LifelongLearning #AdultEducation #CommunityEducation

With schools in NSW going back next week, understanding giftedness and talent is more important than ever. Educators, school support staff, school leaders and parents need to be equipped with knowledge, support, funding, and ‘patience’ to help these often misunderstood individuals. That's why I've written two simple guides to provide practical insights into this highly perplexing area. Check them out here: https://lnkd.in/gFQbybRE Let's work together to ensure that every gifted and talented student can reach their full potential!

Do you know and understand what developmentally appropriate practices are? This article explains what it means. Teachers and early childhood professionals first need to get to know the child and understand where the child is at. https://lnkd.in/eSsTvAwY

Day 1 (a little late 😉) I have learned a tremendous amount since moving to SBH. Step 1 back in the classroom…understand and embrace Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). This is foundational to meet students where they are. Many of our students have experience various traumas or even just challenging lives. They bring this with them to school. it can’t be packed away and checked at the door to be picked up again after school. Behavior serves a purpose. Determining the purpose can be helpful in meeting the needs of the student. “Obviously it’s not always feasible or appropriate to give a child exactly what he wants, but we can build and strengthen trusting relationships by creatively and joyfully meeting our children’s needs whenever it is possible. Identifying and meeting a child’s needs helps her to feel seen, safe, and understood.” Find out more by attending TBRI training scheduled this school year. Register on Power Schools for Duval County teachers and staff.

Are you wondering what to do when your child isn't meeting developmental milestones or struggling in school? Our panel on Jan. 29th will explain your legal and placement options and share strategies for finding the best program for your child. https://lnkd.in/eTFcC-rg