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"As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?”
“Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him. As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work." (NIV, 1973/2011, John 9:1-4).
Special Education Forms
| Name |
Topic |
Description |
| Behavioral Packet |
Behavior Referral |
This document has been created by the local school district, Cowden-Herrick Schools, to gather data in reference to the student's behavior. This packet provides questions to guide the teacher in monitoring and reporting on events in the classroom surrounding the student's behavior, including determing possible antecedents, behaviors, and consequences. The packet will then aid the team in completing a Functional Behavior Analysis and a Behavior Intervention Plan to be included in the student's IEP. |
| Procedural Safeguards |
Parent Rights & Responsibilities |
ISBE document informing parents of special education procudures and parental rights (ISBE, 2021). |
| Referral Evaluation Packet |
Academic Referral |
This document has been created by the local school district, Cowden-Herrick Schools, to gather data regarding the student's progress, additional RtI interventions provided, and accommodations that have been attempted. This document guides the district in fulfilling the need to ensure that RtI and appropriate interventions have been provided before the team considers special education eligibility. |
| Understanding PUNS |
ISBE/IDHS Services |
Brochure for ISBE waiting list for funding and services availabe to individuals with disabilities (IDHS, 2022). |
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Parent/Guardian Resources
| Name |
Topic |
Description |
| 7 Values to Teach Your Child by Age 10 |
Character Education |
Tips on teaching values to young children. |
| ADHD for Parents |
ADHD |
Discussion of characteristics of students with ADHD and practical steps to help parents interact with their child effectively. |
| Autism Today |
Autism |
Autism information and resource center, founded by Karen Simmons, a parent, author, and public speaker. |
| IDA |
Dyslexia |
International Dyslexia Association: educational materials and research on Dyslexia for parents and teachers. |
| LDA Support & Resources |
Learning Disability |
Learning Disabilities Association of America resources for parents. |
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Teacher Resources
| Name |
Topic |
Description |
| 3P Learning |
Math Strategies |
Math interventions: Direct instruction, Visual aids, Self-monitoring |
| ASCD Math |
Math Strategies |
Essential strategies: Scaffolding, Routine of support, Make connections |
| Classroom Key |
Writing Strategies |
Key strategies: Mentor texts, Color coding, Peer conferencing |
| Common Core Sheets |
Common Core Resources |
Academic worksheets and worksheet generators that can be supplemental materials for lessons or additional intervention supports in areas of Math, Spelling, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. |
| Council for Exceptional Children |
Teacher Resources |
Teacher-created resources for teaching students with disabilities: Visual timers, Self-modeling, Tech tools |
| Dyslexia in the Classroom |
Dyslexia |
This handbook provides teachers with information on Dyslexia and appropriate classroom strategies including highlighting, reading guides, clarifying directions and using audio devices. |
| EdPuzzle |
Interactive Videos |
Teachers can assign interactive videos or create their own for students to access and watch online. Questions are inserted right into any video that they have created, uploaded, or found online. When students watch, the video pauses and asks students to complete the question before continuing.. |
| Intervention Central |
RtI Resources |
A databases of resources for academic and behavioral interventions, including Curriculum-Based Measurements, videos, and teacher workshops. |
| Kahoot! |
Interactive Learning |
Teachers can assign interactive learning activites or create their own for students to access and complete online. Whether they are looking for individual lesson reinforcement, or whole-class activities, teachers can spice up lessons with engaging online activities. |
| Nearpod |
Interactive Learning |
Like with Kahoot, teachers can assign interactive learning activites or create their own for students to access online. Great for individual reinforcement, or whole-class activities. |
| Reading Horizons |
Reading Strategies |
Strategies for struggling readers: Asking questions, Patience, Identify vowels |
| Reading Rockets |
Reading Strategies |
Classroom strategies: Choral reading; DRTA, QAR, Reader's theater |
| School Strategies for ADHD |
Teaching Strategies - ADHD |
Simple strategies: Give them a break, Encourage support, Limit distractions, Reward good behavior |
| Strategies for Students with ADHD |
Teaching Strategies - ADHD |
A practical guide to basic accommodations that can help every child, specifically those with ADHD: Choices, Routines, Partner with parents |
| Teach Writing |
Writing Strategies |
Elementary writing tips: Sense of purpose, Chunking, Writing conferences |
| What is RtI? |
Response to Intervention |
Read Naturally provides a descriptive review of RtI for teachers. |
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Books
| Title |
Author |
Description |
Website |
| A Special Mother: Getting Through the Early Days of a Child's Diagnosis of Learning Disabilities and Related Disorders |
Ford, Anne & Thompson, John-Richard |
One mother's journey through her child's diagnosis and beyond. |
Find at Christian Books |
| Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs |
Mason, Amy |
Bible verses to encourage, heal, and guide parents of children with disabilities. |
Find at Christian Books |
| Chicken Soup for the Soul: Children with Special Needs: Stories of Love and Understanding for Those Who Care for Children with Disabilities |
Canfield, Jack et al. |
A collection of stories of love, laughter, and family from the people who lived them. |
Find at Christian Books |
| Creative Correction: Extraordinary Ideas for Everyday Discipline |
Whelchel, Lisa |
Tricks and tips of relevant discipline ideas from one mother to another. |
Find at Amazon.com |
| Joni: An Unforgettable Story |
Tada, Joni Eareckson |
The story of a young woman finding courage and hope after a devistating accident. |
Find at Amazon.com |
| Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child: Facing Challenges with Strength, Courage, and Hope |
Vujicic, Boris |
The story of parents who must come to terms with the reality of raising a child with special needs. |
Find at Amazon.com |
| Real Families, Real Needs: A Compassionate Guide for Families Living with Disability |
Joni and Friends |
A handbook for families affected by disablities. |
Find at Christian Books |
| Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities |
Chapman, Gary & Philo, Jolene |
Lessons in love for families living with disabilities. |
Find at Amazon.com |
| You and Your Attention Deficit Disorder Child |
Warren, Paul & Capehart, Jody |
A practical guide to understand an Attention Deficit Disorder diagnosis. |
Find at Christian Books |
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