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Endia J. Lindo; Kathleen B. Kyzar; Tracy Gershwin – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2025
Research has shown the importance of family-school collaboration in promoting positive student outcomes, but also the lack of satisfaction and trust on the part of both teachers and family members, especially with cross-cultural interactions. A key barrier is the lack of teacher professional development regarding research-based practices and…
Descriptors: Family School Relationship, Trust (Psychology), Cultural Awareness, Cross Cultural Training
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Robert Paul Maddox II; James Rujimora; Lindsey M. Nichols; Mia Kim Williams; Tiffany Hunt; Richard Allen Carter Jr. – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2024
In this manuscript a review of the prevalence of trauma among students in the United States and its impact on child development and the educational environment is conducted. Case vignettes are used to highlight the impact of trauma present in schools and a framework for implementing trauma-informed care (TIC) in special education is explored. The…
Descriptors: Students, Trauma, Incidence, Trauma Informed Approach
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Passmore, Amanda H.; Zarate, Kary – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2021
The unique role of parents and caregivers of students with disabilities has led to the incorporation of parent involvement as one of the six foundational principles of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Despite this vision of parent involvement within IDEA, families often feel as if they are passive recipients of special…
Descriptors: Family Involvement, Empowerment, Students with Disabilities, Family School Relationship
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Vinoski, Erin; Graybill, Emily; Roach, Andrew – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2016
Extracurricular activities provide students a range of rich experiences that influence their academic achievement, leadership and communication skills, and career paths. Students with disabilities (SWDs) historically have had limited access to extracurricular programs and thus fewer opportunities for academic, social, and vocational development.…
Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, Inclusion, Self Determination, Accessibility (for Disabled)
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Valerie, Lynda M.; Foss-Swanson, Sheila – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2012
This article presents the rationale for and implementation of the family message journal as a writing tool. The family message journal provides multiple opportunities for students to develop as writers while strengthening the school-home connection. This article provides examples of rhetorical moves that indicate young writers are aware of their…
Descriptors: Educational Opportunities, Writing Instruction, Audience Awareness, Journal Writing
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Muscott, Howard S.; Szczesiul, Stacy; Berk, Becky; Staub, Kathy; Hoover, Jane; Perry-Chisholm, Paula – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2008
American schools are faced with complex and deep-rooted challenges such as poverty, discrimination, weak school-family relationships, low student motivation, and high student mobility. These challenges must be overcome if children and youth are to meet their needs for belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity; experience social competence…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Barriers, Program Implementation, Program Effectiveness