A Self-Reg journey to reducing punitive approaches: What is Self-Reg?
In January of 2022, I started the Self-Reg Foundations Certificate Program. At the time, I was familiar with Dr. Stuart Shanker's work and his book "Self-Reg: How... Read more.
Building a seclusion room inside or directly alongside a special education classroom is discrimination
When you build a seclusion room inside or in close proximity to a segregated special education classroom, that is discrimination. It not only signals an intent to... Read more.
Could the First Amendment to the United States Constitution protect your child from physical restraint, seclusion, and corporal punishment?
One day while browsing my overflowing email inbox, I noticed an email from The Satanic Temple (TST). Initially, I assumed it was probably another spam email message.... Read more.
Corporal punishment has no place in a civilized society
The Cassville School District in Missouri has decided to bring back corporal punishment. Corporal punishment is a form of punishment intended to cause physical... Read more.
Compliance to compassion Supporting students, teachers, and staff in challenging times
The past two years have been challenging – teachers, children, and families are struggling. There has been an increase in stress behaviors in the classroom. The... Read more.
Ending Seclusion: Lessons in advocacy from our friends in New Hanover County, North Carolina
Advocacy is hard work. It takes time, energy, and tremendous dedication, but advocacy can change the world. I began my journey in advocacy by advocating for my son's... Read more.
Reading Recommendations: A new lens on behavior
Are you looking for a great book to add to your summer reading list? How about a book for a book study for your parent’s group or school team? Here are a few... Read more.
Could Your Child Be Locked in a Seclusion Room at School?
How did these practices make their way into schools? It was not too long ago that most children with disabilities were not welcome in American schools. In 1970,... Read more.
A letter to the Board of Montclair Public Schools regarding restraint and seclusion
You may have seen the recent article on NJ.com called "Inside the quiet rooms." The article focused on the use of restraint and seclusion in schools throughout the... Read more.
Action Alert: Provide feedback to the Office of Civil Rights on Section 504
There is an opportunity to provide feedback to the United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. You will find directions for providing feedback... Read more.