In regards to placement or map out of IEP for Bentley Barr. Per the evaluations that were conducted by Childwatch/Capital School District, Bentley’s family has been discussing the best options and we’re not sure we agree and would like to re-evaluate Bentley’s placement choice for the Wesley School for reasons to be further noted. I request Prior Written Notice to explain why Bentley was offered a two day program even though the IEP team thought that he needed to be awarded one more day, but there simply is no more room in this classroom for him. The team felt that this was the best option for him and that he would be able to learn more due to a smaller classroom size with this choice.…
Zachary behaviors improved based on reports by foster parents. Zachary was displaying minimal disruptive behaviors daily and complies with all the rules of the home. Zachary will benefit from positive reinforcement and redirection. Zachary will continue receiving medication management and receive individual…
Hello everyone, I have come across an article that is well worth the read, this article provides information about Head Start programs. Congressional Digest, “Head Start Impact Study: Effectiveness of the Head Start Program through Third Grade” (2014), explains the positive impact Head Start has on low-income children through third grade. This information is supported by a study that was done called The Head Start Impact Study. The author’s purpose is to present evidence that was found during this study with the anticipations that researchers of child development take advantage of the findings to further understand the roll Head Start plays in boosting school readiness for children. Congressional Digest wrote this article for researchers…
Positive Behavior Support Systems (PBSS) are composed of a school wide approach using evidence based strategies that focus on effectively decreasing inappropriate behavior, while increasing academic performance and safety (Kincaid, Childs, Blase, & Wallace, 2007). The preparedness of a school is crucial in order to implement an effective Positive Behavior Support System. Preparation for implementation of a PBSS system requires staff buy-in, as well as communication, education of logic, and time management (Netzel & Eber, 2003). Lacy Elementary School is looking to implement a PBSS program in their school. The school administered The Scale of Effective School Discipline and Safety (SESDS) Questionnaire to their staff.…
Roofs are being blown off the buildings and ceilings caving in! Rags placed in the hole in the walls and floors to keep out the cold and rain! Sewage coming up from the floors as children track it into the carpeted classroom rooms from the hallway! Everyone is running around asking for help, blaming each other and nothing still get done about the problem! Sounds like a bad sci-fi movie…
The Incredible Years program is designed to promote social and emotional relationships as well as to prevent, reduce and treat aggression and emotional problems in children ages 0 to 12 years old (Program). Incredible Years training is based on the developmental theory of interacting risk and protective factors in conduct problems (Program). All Incredible Years curricula places strong emphasis on the importance of having a firm foundation laid before introducing any other elements (Programmes). Once these foundations are laid, the…
Introduction First and foremost I would like to thank Walters Elementary for allowing me the opportunity to discuss and analyze discipline data. As a current candidate for the Principal position, I appreciate the chance to delve deeper into systems that are already in place and potentially aid in the development and implementation of plans to come. I hope that my analysis will help in shedding some light on, and possibly providing some guidance in regards to, disciplinary issues that have been trending over the course of the last three years. If selected for the position, I expect us as a team to find some common ground on which we can build future Positive Behavioral Support Systems for the students of Walter Elementary. Upon initial review, Walters Elementary student demographic is primarily African American.…
There are four main areas of focus- education, health, parent involvement, and social services. The major group of people that Head Start programs help are families whose income falls under the federal poverty line. It is important for speech pathologists to advocate for this act. One of the areas of focus of this act is health. This…
Founded in 1965, the Head Start program was part of President Lyndon Johnson's war on poverty. This federally funded program focuses on supporting low-income children in a variety of ways. Their social, emotional, nutritional, psychological and overall health needs are addressed. The purpose is quite literally to give underprivileged children a "head start" so that they will have a better chance of succeeding in school and beyond.…
The article focused on comprehensive guidance and how to implement an individual guidance plan. The article focused on a two year old and his mother. The toddler started to show difficulty in expressing himself when put into stressful situations with classmates. He also showed…
Communication The Head Start program requires teachers to communicate with families four times throughout the school year. The home visits are done twice a year, the first home visit is completed before the children first day of school this is where the teachers and the families are getting to know one another before the first day of school inside the children and families homes. The teachers are also providing a meet and greet for the child so when the child enter the classroom the students will know some familiar faces instead of everyone being a stranger. The second Home visit this is where the teachers and families meets and close the child file and school year. The first /second parent and teacher conference discusses the child’s progression…
Introduction to Special Education Making a Difference Seventh Edition states, “In the PBS model, the primary prevention program involves establishing for all key areas. Expectations are clear, concise, and simple (e.g., follow directions, be responsible, be safe, be prepared), with detailed illustrations of how these behaviors look in different settings. Then, students are given opportunities to practice and receive reinforcement for meeting these expectations” (Lewis & Sugai, 1999; Sugai & Horner, 2002). This could help Paul be award of his behavior and how he can improve his serious behavior disorder. The disadvantage is if this program does not help Paul, he might be considered to take part in the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA).…
While other issues may need more research to establish a treatment plan. I plan on expanding my educational background in these areas to provide me with the tools I may need. I plan on taking more continuing education hours towards rehabilitation to expand my knowledge. Currently I am focusing my continuing education on strategies to manage behaviors I want to help educate teachers and aides within the special education classrooms who work with students with aggressive and defiant behaviors. I want to be able to provide the best practice to help these students and teachers be…
There are multiple interventions and approaches available to be implemented in the elementary general education classroom. In order to promote a child’s success, collaboration between the community, teachers, and parents is essential. Often children are able to receive services from different avenues, but one of the most common areas is the general classroom. Teachers are able to implement these strategies within their current curriculum in order to support the child’s academic, behavioral, emotional, and social success. Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)…
I would like to extend my sincerest thanks for taking your time to consider my candidacy for the Educational Psychology/School Psychology program at the University of Wisconsin. I have always been drawn to behavioral psychology, the phenomenon of learning, and educational processes. After discovering that I had a special talent for working with children and at-risk youth, I eagerly began my academic pursuit in elementary education. With ever-increasing learning demands, and limited time and resources, I quickly learned that inevitably some children fail to perform adequately among their peers. This reality came quite clear to me through my experience working and substitute teaching in a public elementary school.…