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5 Helpful Transition Assessments to Use with High Needs Students

Are you looking for transition assessments to use with your high needs students? Check out these resources!… Read More

*Social-Emotional Health | Self-Determination

How to teach Self-Advocacy Skills to Special Education Students

How do you teach self-advocacy skills to your Special Education students with disabilities?… Read More

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*Community Skills | Teacher Tips

How to Incorporate Community Outings into Academics

Learn how to incorporate community outings into your academics, with practical tips especially made for your special education classroom!… Read More

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*Classroom Management | Teacher Tips

Keeping Students Busy During Downtime

Downtime doesn’t have to be unproductive or chaotic. Check out these ideas for keeping your students busy during downtime!… Read More

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*Classroom Management | Back to School | Teacher Tips

How to Communicate with Paraprofessionals Effectively

As a special education teacher, you’ll need to collaborate with paraprofessionals. Here are some tips on how to effectively communicate with your paras!… Read More

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*Classroom Management | Disability Awareness | Neurodiversity

Let’s Talk ABA ; a Perspective from a Black Autistic Adult

ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) is very controversial among the autistic adult population. But ABA can also be lifesaving. Learn about the nuances of ABA from a Black Autistic adult with lived experience. … Read More

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*Classroom Management

17 Easy & Fun Winter Ideas for Your Transition Classroom

Is your classroom ready for some winter fun and learning? Check out these easy winter ideas for your transition classroom!… Read More

*Transition Planning | *Vocational Skills | Disability Awareness | Self-Determination

How to Help Students Request Workplace Accommodations

Wondering what the deal is with requesting accommodations at work? Brendan McCarthy is guest blogging to help your students self-advocate!… Read More

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*Vocational Skills

How to Teach Career Exploration through Career Clusters

Are your students learning all about career exploration? There are countless jobs to explore, and they can easily be taught through career clusters!… Read More

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*Vocational Skills

How to Help Your Students Find Their Career Path

Neurodivergent students have a wide range of abilities, and many workplaces would be lucky to hire them. But how do you help your students find their career path?… Read More

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