TEA has revised their Special Education Dispute Resolution Systems Handbook. PRN Education Specialist, Chuck Noe, has reviewed the Handbook and shares his perspective on changes that have been made to it.
One way to address the issue of “teacher observation” is to say something like: “Can you describe to me what you specifically will be looking for when you are observing to see if Joe is behaving appropriately in the classroom?”
Monitoring your child’s progress is important anytime, but it is especially important now that the school year is half over. Reports from the school are not always very specific. Where is the child in relation to his/her peers, the grade level curriculum, his/her IEP goals? The PRN website blog will be focusing on progress monitoring this month. We will be sharing articles and resources on grading and how to determine if your child is making progress towards IEP goals, a Section 504 plan, in RTI, and the general curriculum. You are encouraged to leave comments and ask questions at the end of [...]
Students with dyslexia often experience anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem at levels far above their peers without dyslexia (Mugnaini et al., 2009). Despite these significant risks, many students with dyslexia dyslexia display remarkably adaptive functional outcomes.This article focuses on the protective factors and potential mechanisms that play a role in the success and positive adjustment of these students. Read the full article - What Protective Factors Lead to Resilience in Students with Dyslexia?
If you want to be inspired, check out this video and meet Nichelle, a freshman in high school with Dyslexia. She's had challenges with reading and writing since kindergarten - but that hasn't stopped her! Hear how she has overcome her challenges and how using technology has helped her pull her grades up to A's and B's! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Epd6Ui0a-gQ&feature=youtu.be&w=500
TEA has proposed changes in three sections of the state rules on students with disabilities. Public comment period on these proposed changes is Nov. 25 – December 27, 2016. The links for making comments on each of the 3 sections are available on the TEA website. Hearings on the first 2 proposed rule changes (Division 2 & 7) will be held December 8 & 9, 2016 at the TEA building in Austin. People can sign up to comment each morning. Please post your comments about the proposed rules below. You may see some changes or issues that I am overlooking. [...]
