By now you have heard about Korey Wise of When They See Us. You may have even seen it or like millions, you keep telling yourself that you can’t bring yourself to watch it. If the latter is you, let me say this, YOU CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO WATCH IT.
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6 Things To Know Before Becoming A Special Education Teacher
So! You want to be a special education teacher. Good for you. We need more men and women who chooses to change the world via impacting young minds who learn differently. But, before you start commit to this profession, I think you should considered the following:
Easy Multi-Sensory Spelling Strategy for Elementary Students
Looking for a strategy to improve spelling skills? Is it a struggle to get your learner to sit and study his weekly spelling words? I know it is for me. Yep, even The LD Coach...
Part 2: Bad Spellers Untie
Some Things Hasn't Change I know, I know! It has taken me forever to write part 2 of Bad Speller Untie. I receive such good feedback, I couldn't just abandon part 2. I did think...
Part 1: Bad Spellers Untie
Did I Spel Spell that Right? For all of my educational career and most of my adulthood, I was really uptight about being Dyslexic. I did everything in the world to try and hide...
6 Easy Tips – College Planning for Students with Learning Disabilities
College Planning + Students with Learning Disabilities! It’s that time of year again! Students in general and students with learning disabilities specifically are gearing up to...
Robin Williams Passing Shouldn’t be in Vain
Remembering Robin Williams, a Great Icon Like most of us, I was stunned to hear the news of beloved actor, Robin Williams untimely passing. It was a reminder to me that you never...
People First Language
Don't Forget! Use People First Language People First Language refers to the language our society uses to refer to people with disabilities. This Language places emphasis where...
Dyslexia Bondage: Part 1
No More Bondage...I am Free! Living with Dyslexia was like living in bondage for so many years of my life. It was like being held captive and caged. I eventually learned to...
October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
On October 11, 1985, our then President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5385 making the month National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. We have come a long way, yet we...
Gearing Up for a New School Year for Students with Learning Disabilities
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! The first day of school is just around the corner for many students with learning disabilities. Excitement is in the air. However, many parents and...
Starting the New School Year Ready for Students with Disabilities
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! The first day of school is just around the corner for many students with disabilities. Excitement is in the air. However, many parents of students with...