Let’s talk about PLAAFP statements - the heart of an IEP. I find a common statement in many PLAAFP statements that I find so frustrating -...

The Daily Whirlwind of a Special Educator

Picture this...not that you have to picture it because you’ve probably lived it, but stick with me....

 Confession: At times in my teaching career, I have felt like I’ve reached a breaking point. Raise your hand if you've ever felt like...

Have you seen that new viral video, “Welcome to Maycemeber”, from the Holderness Family? Parents lament the overwhelming craziness of...

Ah, April. Spring has sprung, but for many special education teachers, it's a season of exhaustion. Testing, behavior bumps, loosened discipline,...

 Unsung heroes in the bustling world of special education, paraprofessionals pour their hearts and souls into supporting students and teachers...

This time of year, the energy level in a classroom seems to spring to life. The excitement of outdoor recess and the anticipation for summer make...

Oh, Spring! That fabulous time of year when the flowers decide to show off and the sun finally remembers we exist... But for you, my superhero...

Has anyone ever calculated just HOW much time a special educator spends in a conference room?

Let's see...approximately 25 students a year,...

As a special educator, you understand the significance of crafting individualized IEPs. You develop PLAAFP statements that are specific to the...