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The start of a new school year brings fresh faces, new IEPs, and one big question: Where do I begin? Baseline assessments are your answer. In special education, especially when working with students with cognitive disabilities, early assessments are essential to shape instruction, set meaningful goals, and provide the right support from day one.

Just because a student's progress has flatlined doesn't mean we give up on the IEP goal. It doesn't mean that a placement change is necessary. And it doesn't mean you have failed. It simply means it's time to find a new approach with intentional, inclusive teaching strategies and supports.

Small, intentional changes can have a huge impact on making all students feel welcome, valued, and supported.

Master the art of working with paraprofessionals! Tips on training, scheduling, and fostering teamwork in your special education classroom.

Let's chat about what to do after you've finished holding a student's annual IEP to ensure that everything is ready to go.

While calendar time is a staple of morning meetings, there are plenty of ways to make this routine more meaningful.

I'm thrilled to welcome Kayla Allen to our blog this month! She is a previous middle school special education teacher turned stay-at-home...

Mastery criteria, when clearly defined and individualized, ensure that each student has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

How do we best & most effectively put our TPT purchases and supplemental resources into use? This post includes ideas and tips.