Functional Behavioral Assessment Why are children selectively mute? This is a critical question and the answers will be different for different children. Answering the question for your child requires a… Continue reading Functional Behavioral Assessment Overview for Parents
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Parent Letter to Teacher of Student with Selective Mutism
How to Share Information About Your Child’s SM with Their Teacher Teachers are typically confused by a student with selective mutism (SM). They often have not yet had a student… Continue reading Parent Letter to Teacher of Student with Selective Mutism
Fade-In Sample Script
Example of Sophia’s Successful Fade-in with Ms. Rosie Sophia’s introductions to new people and new situations should be through a tried-and-tested SM treatment module called a ‘fade-in’ whereby a new… Continue reading Fade-In Sample Script
IEP Review Request
Today’s Date (include month, day, and year) Your NameStreet AddressCity, State, Zip CodeDaytime telephone number Name of Your Child’s Special Education TeacherName of SchoolStreet AddressCity, State, Zip Code Dear (Teacher’s… Continue reading IEP Review Request
Planning for the End of the School Year
Planning for the End of the School YearBelieve it or not, the end of the school year will soon be upon us! This is the time to start thinking and… Continue reading Planning for the End of the School Year
Bravery BINGO
Help your child develop their speaking skills by turning practice into a game. Download Bravery Bingo cards from our resource library and challenge your child to step outside of their comfort zone while working toward Bingo and a prize they’re excited about.
Functional Behavior Assessment
What is a Functional Behavior Assessment? Before a behavior plan is written it is essential that the team, including you as a parent, make a careful assessment of when, where,… Continue reading Functional Behavior Assessment
Independent Education Evaluations
Independent Educational EvaluationsImplications of IDEA Regulationsby Andrea Canter, NCSP & John Desrochers Overview: Provisions of IDEA ’97 for Independent EvaluationsIt is not uncommon for parents to disagree with the results… Continue reading Independent Education Evaluations