Learning Disability
Creative, Talented, Smart, And Struggling – Confusing But Not Uncommon
Last night, in Uniondale, New York, Ringling Brothers Circus performed its last show. After 146 years, is has closed forever. Regardless of what side of the animal rights issue you’re on, you have to appreciate the incredible talent of the performers. When I think of creative, talented people, my mind always goes to our students. …
Read More Frankie’s Story- The Catalyst for Change
Last week I attended a media training event and was interviewed by Mike Koenigs. He asked me about the root of my passion for correcting learning and attention challenges. And I remembered a student, a 12-year-old boy… Thirty-five years ago, I was teaching special education in a public school when Frankie slouched through my door. …
Read More Is Poor Executive Function Getting Your Child in Trouble?
The bell rings. Eleven-year-old Kasey explodes from her desk and races out the door, knocking into a few desks, trampling a few toes, and elbowing several classmates out of the way. She is SO ready for recess and trots off to grab a ball before anyone else does. Kasey has no idea that there is…
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