EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 24 MIN
Series 8: Ep. 3- What’s Behind the Behavior? Understanding Dysregulation in the Classroom with Kai-leé Berke
from Literacy Lunch Break · host Heggerty
In this episode, we sit down with Kai-leé Berke to unpack what dysregulation can look like in the classroom and what educators can do in the moment. While understanding the “why” can be helpful over time, this conversation emphasizes that the first step is always to de-escalate and support students in returning to a regulated state.Kai-leé walks through practical strategies, including staying regulated as the adult, ensuring safety, using reflective listening, and helping students build awareness and replacement behaviors. Together, these approaches highlight the power of relationships and show how connection, not correction, creates the conditions for meaningful learning.Learn more about Heggerty! Visit Heggerty.org for FREE Resources and to download samples of our curriculum. Follow us on Social MediaInstagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Want to keep in touch and be the first to know about new episodes, sign-up for our newsletter here!
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In this episode, we sit down with Kai-leé Berke to unpack what dysregulation can look like in the classroom and what educators can do in the moment. While understanding the “why” can be helpful over time, this conversation emphasizes that the first step is always to de-escalate and support students in returning to a regulated state. Kai-leé walks through practical strategies, including staying regulated as the adult, ensuring safety, using reflective listening, and helping students build awa...
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Series 8: Ep. 3- What’s Behind the Behavior? Understanding Dysregulation in the Classroom with Kai-leé Berke
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