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  • Behavior is Another Form of Communication

    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…

  • How to deal with children who are struggling with behavior

    Most children want to behave.  Most children wake up in the morning and want to behave in school and at home, even those who struggle to maintain their behavior.  So, what happened? Many factors influence behavior, such as environment, interactions with peers, interactions with adults, parents, genetics, and societal norms and expectations. Behavior is the…

  • Retention in a Certain Grade or not Parent be aware

    Parents you should be aware that now is the time that schools start discussing the idea for a child to be retained. Many schools and states have rules /laws about student retention. Retention is not making significate progress in the student’s grade. The focus usually starts in third grade because of the importance of state…

  • The Difference of RTI and MTSS

    What is the difference between RTI and MTSS? RTI (Response to Intervention) is an evaluation system to provide academic support to all students. RTI (Response to Intervention) is a part of the 2004 reauthorization of the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).  MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) is a comprehensive program usually for the whole…