A Perspective Shift about Accommodations with Maggie Staub

We made it! This long and awful school year is finally over. It was its own unique beast unlike any other with so many challenges. COVID has disrupted two full school years now, so we have high hopes for a more normal upcoming school year. With that in mind, accommodations are a big part of the IEP for any student, and this conversation takes a closer look. Join us to learn more from today’s guest!Maggie Staub has been an educator and learning specialist for over ten years. Most of her career has been spent in NYC, working in public, private, and international schools with students from Pre-K through 10th grade. Most recently, Maggie has worked for an educational technology company to make learning evaluations and support services more accessible. Her excitement comes from reaching more students, breaking down barriers, and educating families about what can help their child learn best. Show Highlights:How “accommodations” are defined as giving students different tools and modalities to help them learnWhy the biggest challenges are in educating teachers and parents about accommodationsWhy being very clear about accommodations shows the individualization for each studentWhat Maggie would say to teachers who are skeptical about accommodationsA look at the future real-world implications of accommodationsWhy teachers need to identify the overall goal of what they want from the student in that momentMaggie shares a success story of working with an ADHD student and helping to level the parents’ anxiety about accommodations with a perspective shiftLinks/Resources:Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday.If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show.Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns:FacebookInstagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions!TwitterIEP websiteThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.