03: The Tired of ESE

Today’s show explains a little bit about why teaching can be difficult with tracking data, excessive testing, and determining eligibility. In today’s episode, we also listen to the excellent tired, where Nichole works ever so hard to hear, “Thank you, Mrs. Maas.” You will want to stay tuned.2:16 Nichole’s experience5:27 Most Rewarding Part of Teaching7:32 Kids who need something different- how important is it to follow accommodations?10:38 Keeping it manageable for the classroom teacher12:00 Have we lost sight of why we are tracking data?- The Bad14:11 How can we fix the data collection system/ Identification of needs15:08 Explaining why it is difficult for ESE kids to be over tested17:20 Possible solutions for ESE Kids in Terms of Assessment19:30 Reasons we feel tired - The Ugly21:21 Good Parts22:00 Do People Get it?27:24 Glimmers of Hope- The Good30:00 It’s the small things that make it all worth it. - The Beauty32:08 Suggestions to build rapport with kids with disabilities33:54 Greatest SuccessSweet Dreams! June Reading Comprehension 2nd Grade | Summer Reading Passages & QuestionsPerfect for end-of-year learning, summer school, or preventing summer learning loss, these short, engaging reading passages help students continue to practice comprehension skills.Support the showNeed a fully developed STEM Curriculum for 2nd grade with a heavy focus on reading and science? I've got you covered.  👉  2nd Grade STEM Curriculum | NGSS Science Units & Lesson PlansSubscribe and Review:Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. Click here for iTunes.Now, if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review. Click here to leave a review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.”  Thank you!