Lisa Smith has seven children, and two have special needs. Take back your Friday, and read her inspirational blog post on Autism Speaks about her experiences raising autistic children and a mother’s response to the common statement “I don’t know how you do it.”
While budgets are a standard structure utilized by various organizations, school budgets are uniquely distinguishable. Curious about how to develop accurate school budgets and what sets them apart? Here are five frequently asked questions about school budget development – ANSWERED. 1. What Is a School Budget? A school budget development process is comprised of… Read More »
Even before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, studies revealed that the education profession was a highly stressful trade. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that more than 270,000 teachers have left the occupation since 2016. Further studies show that educators leave the profession because they experience daily professional demands and challenges, which… Read More »
As cases of the COVID-19 Delta variant, a highly contagious strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, continually rise, school administrators face the challenge of keeping schools safely open while providing instruction to address learning gaps and increase achievement levels. Beyond the educational field, people may view COVID safety as a simple process. Some may question,… Read More »
One of the greatest rewards of evolving technology is the way in which it addresses real-world challenges. Nowhere is this more evident than in the many digital tools that have been developed to assist children with ASDs (autism spectrum disorders.) Children on the spectrum frequently struggle with picking up on social cues, finding the “right”… Read More »
Going to the dentist can be an overwhelming experience for special needs children, especially those with sensory issues. When a child displays symptoms of a sensory processing disorder, bright lights, loud noises, tastes, and smells can cause feelings of anxiety at the dentist. I have been practicing family dentistry for seventeen years and have discovered… Read More »
From vibrant-colored leaves to bright orange pumpkins…Fall is a beautiful time of year! With all of these bright colors and fun sensations to draw from, it’s the perfect time of year to get students engaged within your speech therapy job. To help, we’ve put together this fun (and FREE) downloadable resource for you to include… Read More »
