Traditional schools are missing opportunities to embrace non-traditional learners. Non-traditional learners do not fit in the square peg, so we must change how we instruct them. We change how we instruct by observing how students process information. Use data to guide the professional on what the child needs. Probably one of the most important components…
Starting February 1, 2026, it is required to have cameras in self-contained special education classrooms under the Louisiana Act 479. It is being implemented for safer and more accountable classrooms. Louisiana had a law that allowed cameras to be placed in the classrooms upon parental request. Here is a link about Law 479 https://www.katc.com/news/cameras-to-be-installed-in-special-education-classrooms-statewide-this-school-year One…
Today, many educators are having a tough time dealing with behaviors. However, if we consider behavior a form of communication, does that change how we evaluate behavior? Behavior is another form of communication. Babies only communicate by behavior. If the baby is hungry, it cries. The baby often has different cries to express what they…
Homeschooling is on the rise. There are two major reasons why homeschooling is on the rise. Children experience this in schools and it doesn’t matter if they are in public, charter, or private schools. The two main reasons come from many families this author has spoken with and read articles. The reason is children are…
This is the time of year for parents and teachers to have their first parent teacher conference for the year. What do you do when it did not turn out the way you thought your child was performing in class? First thing you do is to stop and think. You know your child better than…
When you have your conference with your child’s teacher be prepared. Prepare questions you want to know about how your child learns and how it is displayed. Also, ask questions about his/her social /emotional development and behaviors. Social /emotional development and behaviors can also provide you with an understanding of how the child is interacting…
