Home Schooling

It's almost as though homeschooling was invented for a special needs children's education. Kids afflicted with ADHD, autism, dyslexia or Asperger's among other learning difficulties can all benefit from being taught at home by their parents. Some public school systems can afford to hire trained therapists for these fields, but the extra attention and time afforded a student at home by a loved one can make a big difference in a child's ability to learn. It's just natural for a parent to be able to teach their own child more effectively. They've been doing it for the student's whole life and know how to best approach new things with them. They will likely be more patient than a public school teacher and offer the extra time it might take to learn. A classroom would likely not be as able to offer the one-on-one time it might take until a student "gets it".

It's likely a parent would also know better than a public school instructor what manner of teaching would best suit their child. Some learn better with visual aids, some by repetition and some by seeing it done for them and copying what they're taught. It's very likely a parent would already know this from their own experience. They'll also know what to look for when a special needs child is getting frustrated and ready to act up or quit, thereby avoiding a bad learning experience for the child.

If you're wondering what sort of curriculum would best suit your special needs children's education, there are several avenues to get started.

We would first look on the Internet. Non-profit groups who support your child's disorder will likely have a presence there and should have good information about learning difficulties and how to overcome them. They will likely make suggestions or direct you to other good sources. They may even list case studies of various methods of learning and their success rates.

We would also try to find support groups on the Internet for your particular disease. There will likely be several forums on the Web where you can read others' posts and ask questions directly. Parents on these websites are often very willing to share their experiences and will offer help when they can. Although your child is an individual, often there can be common practices that will help almost all children suffering from a common ailment.

There are also many books available about homeschooling your special needs children. Some are written specifically for particular disorders and offer teaching suggestions as well as curriculum selection guides. Most are written by people who have been homeschooling their own special needs children, so they speak with experience and write in every day language, rather than from theory with medical-babble-speak.

If you start with these suggestions, you should quickly be on the road to solving how to best get your special needs children educated. It can be as rewarding for you as it will be for your child since you will have contributed directly to his education and well-being.

written by AJ Adams http://www.elementary-home-schools.com

Stolen Merchandise

Yesterday was a stressful day at the high school. I have often wondered what goes through a students mind we he decides to steal something that doesn't belong to them. It seems like these kids get a kick out of just taking something to gain a rep. Many of my friends have had cell phones stolen, car keys, and money.

I think most of these kids wouldn't like it if someone stole something from them. I had my flash drive stolen right from under me. I want to wring the neck of the person that took it. I think if kid that steals something should have his hand put in a buck of shit !!!


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Howard Student on Alert

Between August 16 and September 16, 12 Howard students have been robbed, armed and unarmed, and two have been sexually assaulted.

This number, provided by the Howard University Campus Police Department, does not include unreported crime.

Five of the twelve robberies have occurred on campus. In addition, one of the sexual assaults occurred on campus.

Students may be disturbed to discover that the emergency Blue Light Systems on campus do not work and will not dial for help if you press the button.

Instead, students may hear the sounds of someone else dialing or a voice. Neither one is helping you.


Campus Police Chief Leroy K. James is in negotiations to replace the broken systems but finds that the cost of the project is slowing the progress. He reports the project will be finished within the coming months.

"I don't want to put in something that's mediocre," he said. "I want something that is available to you when you need it."

James said in the meantime, "I urge students to call the dispatch number since most students have cell phones. [Use your cell phone so] that when you're in a situation where you need help, you get help."
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Tuberculosis in Schools

Tuberculosis has been reported to be on the rise inside public schools. Two cases has been reported at near by local high schools of students testing positive for the various. Schools are doing even more testing to find students who may not be showing as of yet. Tuberculosis is a series various that spreads through the air.

A health official said "Tuberculosis is an airborne disease passed from person to person."You don't get TB from casual contact with someone who has it," said Barbara Cole, Riverside County Health Department. "It's a result of ongoing, prolonged contact, sharing the same airspace. So obviously in a home setting, with family members, they can be at risk. In a school setting -- any indoor setting where people share air on an ongoing basis -- it's possible to become infected."

You want to protect self and learn more about the various so you and your family can be safe.

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Mental Energy

If you are a classroom teacher you probably can relate to being tired mentally. I have noticed since school begin that it takes a lot of energy to deal with kids in the classroom. Mental energy is a different type of energy than physical energy. The constant thinking planning and devising for kids bring about some real tiredness. I recommend that you get two hundred milligrams of B-complex to deal with the stress that you get from being in classroom.

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Raising Expectations Firer Starter

On August 12, 2008 Raising Expectations held its very first FireStarter[donor program] fundraiser at Nani Salon & Spa, a beautiful new facility located in Atlantic Station. Owner, Shandon Anderson was gracious enough to not only offer his beautiful facility as a backdrop for our event but also had his staff members available to offer free mini-spa treatments for all those that attended. This FireStarter event was one of many avenues our esteemed board members and co-founders pursued to accomplish the goal of raising funds to match our United Way grant and share the great news about our work. Attendees included APS Board Member Khaatim S. El and new state representative Rashad Taylor just to name a few.

Raising Expectations, Inc. is a youth development program offering high quality, well-organized support services and mentoring to local Atlanta youth. For nearly 14 years, RE has served the lives of Atlanta’s youth with an unparalleled commitment to their education and advancement.

We are still raising much needed dollars so please support our efforts to spark the fire of hope and ambition in the lives of our youth residing in Atlanta’s Westside communities (Vine City, English Avenue, Washington Park, and Simpson Road Corridor). Donations can be made online at our website http://www.raisingexpectations.org/ or mailed to Raising Expectations Inc. P.O. Box 92814 Atlanta, GA 30314. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 678-768-4932.

In Service,
Maria E. Armstrong
Co-Founder
Raising Expectations Inc.
678-768-4932

http://www.raisingexpectations.org/

“Tell a child that they will never amount to anything and watch as a tiny flame is extinguished before it ever had the chance to become a source of warmth and light. Tell that same child that nothing is out of their reach given the
skills and confidence to achieve their dream and watch instead how that flame becomes a bright, life-sustaining fire. “

The CRCT Scores Shows Kids Cant Learn

The CRCT scores in Georgia came out early this week. According to the scores 20 to 40% of 5th and 6th graders did not pass the history part of the CRCT. What does this mean? It means to me that the criterion tests that our children have to take is too much for them to digest. Tests have shown that some students do well in the classroom, but when it comes time to take a test on what they learned, they are nervous and do not test well. Another factor is that the elementary school teachers focus on math and reading not social studies. However, in middle school, students take the crct test that focus on social studies. All the subject matter that elementary school teachers teach will always focus on the part of the crct test that will be given.
Our students should not be subject to material in the classroom that is driven based on the crct period. It should be a well rounded curriculum. So now we are seeing the effects of how our criterion tests and classroom learning is not a measure of how students successful learn.

anonymous high school teacher