by Dr. Chandra Williams | Mar 8, 2022 | Culturally Responsive Teaching, ELL and ESL, Parent Engagement, RTI, Students At Risk
This month, we’re covering all kinds of questions about working with English as a Second Language (ESL) students and English Language Learners (ELLs) on our blog. So far, we have discussed: Lesson Planning for ESL Students Differentiation for ESL Students This week,...
by Dr. Chandra Williams | Feb 8, 2022 | Equity and Inclusion, RTI, School Leaders, Students At Risk
“Intervention” is a popular buzzword in education, but you may have heard it so many times that you’ve forgotten its true meaning and intent. Response to Intervention, also known as RTI, offers an equitable approach toward education for all students, including those...
by Dr. Chandra Williams | Nov 18, 2021 | Equity and Inclusion, Instructional Strategies, School Improvement, Teacher Professional Development
In recent years, educators have been using data to inform courageous conversations about equity and inclusion to create school environments that work for staff, students, and families. And it’s a good thing, too! Students with disabilities may have an IEP, but that...
by Dr. Chandra Williams | May 10, 2021 | Back to School and Classroom Management, Equity and Excellence, Instructional Strategies, School Improvement, School Leaders, Special Education, Students At Risk, Teacher Professional Development
Effective professional learning takes place through a combination of different media and formats, including online professional development opportunities! We’ve rounded up six of our favorite on-demand PD resources for school leaders as we approach the 2021-2022...
by Dr. Chandra Williams | Mar 16, 2021 | Blended Learning and Virtual Learning, ELL and ESL, Parent Engagement, School Leaders, Special Education, Students At Risk
Virtual learning offers clear student achievement benefits for students with special needs; however, we also know educators face unique challenges trying to engage these students through remote instruction. Let’s consider how principals and other school leaders can...