Post-pandemic parent concerns: Eye-opening data schools need to see

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SPECIAL EDUCATOR INSIGHTS Post-pandemic parent concerns: Eye-opening data schools need to see Parents are worried. The post-pandemic landscape has revealed troubling changes in their children—shifts in behavior and academic challenges that may hinder future potential. Right now, schools are striving to keep pace with the growing need for timely evaluations and lack of clinical support. […]

Demystifying student behavior: Understanding the goals of functional behavioral assessments

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Challenging behaviors in schools are a complex issue with significant implications for students, educators, and the overall learning environment. These behaviors can range from disruptive outbursts to academic difficulties and often require specialized interventions¹. To address these challenges effectively, educators and support staff must investigate the underlying reasons for these disruptive student behaviors. Functional behavioral assessments […]

No more waiting: Presence helps schools serve students with special needs

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    When a student is struggling, the road to accessing special education support can be daunting. Parents know their child needs extra help, but the wait for answers and critical support makes the future seem even more uncertain. As for school districts? They’re just as overwhelmed. Increased student needs, staffing shortages, and evaluation backlogs […]