by Michelle Lindenmuth, M.Ed. | May 15, 2023 | Academics, Classroom Instruction, Summer |
Let’s talk about three things to prep for ESY! Summer is approaching and that means it is time to get ready for extended school year. For my district, summer school is known as extended school year, or ESY. What I love about ESY is that I can just continue doing...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | May 10, 2023 | Classroom Instruction, Classroom Setup, Curriculum Ideas, Data, Interventions, Organization & Classroom Setup, Play, Schedules |
The transition from a self-contained classroom to a general education setting is a huge milestone for the classroom team and the learner. It is something to celebrate! A learner who is going through this transition has gained skills and new independence. While...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Apr 19, 2023 | Academics, Classroom Instruction |
It’s Never Too Late! We have only 32 days of school left this school year. It might seem crazy at first, but this time of year is the perfect time to add some new things into your routine. This time of year is low-stakes. Routines are established, expectations...
by Michelle Lindenmuth, M.Ed. | Apr 17, 2023 | Academics, Classroom Instruction |
Let’s talk about what a good job you are doing! Chances are, you are reading this because you are an educator – maybe you are a new educator, or perhaps you are not. Either way, I hope this finds you well and gives you some positivity. Let’s be honest...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Mar 15, 2023 | Academics, Classroom Instruction |
Fine Motor Centers Are My Favorite.I run a K-2 Autism classroom and my first few years teaching I didn’t think centers were possible for my crew. Over the last few weeks I’ve talked about how I approach centers in my classroom. You can read about my ELA...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Feb 22, 2023 | Academics, Basic Skills, Classroom Instruction, Classroom Setup, Data, Interventions, Organization & Classroom Setup |
Working as an educator is a lot to manage. Teachers are supervisors of their paraprofessionals, case managers of their students, managers and partners of the related service team members, advocates for their school and students, and so much more! I often catch myself...