Teaching Kids Anger Management
Helping angry kids is challenging at best. Anger consumes them before they’ve had time to think about what is happening. They explode. Yet, becoming aware of the signals their body is sending before anger erupts is key to helping youth, especially tweens and...
Note-taking Strategies
Ever have a hard time remembering dates, names, and places? For many people, it is hard to remember very specific details. Unfortunately, it is part of a student’s life to know these details for tests and projects. One surefire way to help students remember more...
Implementing Fitzell Acceleration Centers: Addressing the Challenges
Prep time – The biggest challenge teachers face when implementing acceleration centers is that they require significant one-time preparation. Ideally, teachers can find time during a professional development day, on a summer workshop day, or choose to spend a few days...Tips for Success as a Paraeducator
In preparation for the new school year, here are some tips for success, excerpted from Paraprofessionals and Teachers Working Together, by Susan Fitzell Encourage students to make friendships in the classroom so they feel empowered and learn to be more...