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Sep 04
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Mindfulness for Students: Daily Practices to Reduce Academic Stress

By Elementary School, High School, Learning Differences, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep
With standardized test preparation starting earlier and earlier, increased emphasis on honors classes, APs and “getting ahead”, all while extracurricular activities haven’t slowed down at all, students can feel under a lot of pressure. There are a number of things students can do to reduce stress, such as planning ahead and getting help in academic…
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Aug 03
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11 Questions with a Private Elementary School Teacher: Featuring Amanda M.

By Accommodations, Elementary School, Interviews with Educators, ISEE, Learning Differences, Test Prep
1. Where are you located? I am located in Charlotte, North Carolina. 2. What subjects have you taught in the past? What subjects will you teach next year? What grade levels? I’ve always been a K-5 special education teacher focusing on language arts and math, but very occasionally in the past I’ve provided support for…
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Aug 02
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IEPs: How They Work and What They Mean

By Accommodations, Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Learning Differences, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep
Students who receive special education services in the public schools must have an IEP, or “Individualized Education Program.” An IEP is a legal document; once all the paperwork has been signed, the services and accommodations in the IEP are the legal right of the student, and non-compliance with the IEP can be met with legal…
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Jan 27
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How Do I Know if Independent Study is Right for My Student?

By Accommodations, Elementary School, High School, Learning Differences, Middle School, Study Skills
Independent Study is an option of education that involves students working through their coursework separate from a classroom. The organization of independent study can be quite varied depending on the arrangement of the school providing it. In California, as laid out by the Assembly Bill 130, independent study has set guidelines for different grade levels.…
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