By Laura Driscoll | Behavior , Individual Counseling , Social Emotional Skills
I couldn’t touch my toes for years. Yoga is not a part of my life unless you count the pants. But even I know the value of integrating yoga in schools. Studies have shown that it helps decrease symptoms of anxiety and impulsivity, improves self-esteem and classroom behavior. The benefits hit home for me during my first […]
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By Laura Driscoll | Behavior
The majority of questions I get from teachers, counselors, and psychologists is about individual behavior plans that aren’t working. When we dig in to see why a plan isn’t working, one of these five mistakes is sticking out like a sore thumb. Now, I’m not referencing the classroom color charts that all students are on […]
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By Laura Driscoll | Behavior , Teacher Consultation
Why won’t teachers implement my behavior plans? You completed a lengthy and thorough Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and you made a behavior plan with perfect reinforcers. The student is even excited about the plan. Yes! Initial buy-in! You convince parents that this will help their child, not make them look different. You meet with the teacher and go over […]
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