#4: Staff Celebrations and Acknowledgements It’s important that leaders be intentional when building a positive school climate where staff feel valued and are motivated to stay and to work hard. At the heart of a thriving school culture is the consistent recognition of the dedication, effort, and impact of every staff member—acknowledgement isn’t just appreciated,… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
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May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
#3 Individual Student Celebrations and Acknowledgements Building positive, thriving school and classroom communities with a culture of growth happens when effort and achievement are recognized and celebrated at the school, classroom, and individual student levels. Recognizing individual students for their effort and achievements creates a sense of belonging and increases their individual intrinsic motivation and… Read More May Friday 5: Building Better Acknowledgement Systems
Supporting Students Who Use AAC
Communication is a skill we all need to function in our various environments. In the school environment, communication is an access skill. Access skills refer to skills a student needs to access the curriculum but are not explicitly represented by the academic standards. Other access skills include gross and fine motor skills and skills referred… Read More Supporting Students Who Use AAC
A Summer Guide for Teachers of Neurodiverse Students (so… a guide for all teachers)
As the school year winds down, we celebrate your incredible dedication to neurodiverse learners. Summer is a time to recharge, but also a great moment to deepen your expertise, discover new resources, and stay connected with the autism leadership community. Whether you are looking for in-person PD, online courses, books, or podcasts, here are some ideas to get you started. Read More A Summer Guide for Teachers of Neurodiverse Students (so… a guide for all teachers)
Stay Engaged this Summer: Connect with Local Literacy Organizations!
Summer is the perfect time to recharge, reflect, and reengage with your professional community. One powerful way to grow your literacy knowledge and practice is by joining a local or statewide organization dedicated to evidence-aligned reading instruction. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned educator, these groups offer valuable resources, networking, and professional… Read More Stay Engaged this Summer: Connect with Local Literacy Organizations!
SDI in Mathematics Summer Roll-out
In July, the Virginia Department of Education is expected to release an updated Guidance for Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) and Inclusive Best-Practices in Mathematics Classrooms document. This document will detail what specially designed instruction should look like in Virginia mathematics classrooms. The goal is to improve student achievement for students with disabilities and all students… Read More SDI in Mathematics Summer Roll-out
