NASET's WEEK IN REVIEW

December 15, 2023   |  Vol 19 Issue #50

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Welcome to NASET's WEEK in REVIEW. Here, we provide you with the latest publications from NASET to read and or download, as well as some of the most interesting articles that have happened this week in the field of special education. We hope you enjoy this publication.

Feel free to send us articles for this publication or let us know your thoughts about the WEEK in REVIEW at news@naset.org.

Have a great weekend!

WHATS NEW AT NASET

NASET’s IEP Components Series

The IEP Meetings: Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Parents Experiences and Perceptions

This issue of NASET’s IEP Components Series was written by Lydia K. Mallah. Parents' involvement in their children's education is paramount to their children's successful learning and behavior outcomes in schools. As the school-age population continues to grow with students from diverse races and ethnicities, parents face the challenge of smoothly collaborating with schools and teachers to support their children. The CLD families of children with disabilities who are served with IEPs under the IDEA face more barriers and feel marginalized in implementing their legal rights in IEP meetings where decisions are made about their children with disabilities education or behavioral support. This review presents current trends in the growing population of various races and ethnicities and impacts on education, CLD families' experiences in IEP meetings, challenges, and recommendations that teachers can use to improve their collaboration with families and their experiences and participation in the IEP process.

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Top Stories of the Week

‘Science of Reading’ Reforms Show Student Gains in California, Study Finds

Psychiatric Comorbidity Increases Risk for Schizophrenia With ADHD

Police Department Launches Program to Help Residents with Autism

Report Highlights Worrying Decline in Adolescents' Mental and Physical Health in England

Prevalence of Undiagnosed Dyslexia in African-American Primary School Children

‘Renewed Urgency’ Needed for Early Education Inclusion

The Road to $532 Million: Why Do Girls Avoid Autism More Often Than Boys?

How to Stay on Task

How Teachers Would Handle Student Violence Against Educators

TRIVIA QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to

Erin Durinsky, Karen Frantz-Fry, Lauro Esquilona III, Patsy Ray, Tracey Christilles, Wanda J. Routier, Cindi Maurice, Katrina Snider, Joann Judge, Ellen Kay, Derek Voorhis, and Courtney Wurzer who all knew the answer to last week's trivia question:

According to the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), students who are not proficient in this specific cognitive process/academic area are four times more likely to drop out of high school, face lower lifetime earnings, and have higher rates of unemployment. The U.S. Department of Education reports that approximately 32 million adults in the United States are unable to do this (and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development found that 50 percent of U.S. adults are unable to do this at an eighth-grade level). What is the cognitive process/academic area?

Answer: READING

This week's trivia question: 

After years of tinkering and consulting with gamers who have disabilities, this company unveiled a first look at its Access controller for gamers with disabilities last month. The Access controller was released on December 6. The controller can be endlessly customized to meet the diverse needs of players with disabilities and this company has the goal of helping these gamers play more comfortably for longer. The circular device can be configured with swappable button and stick caps to suit a range of mobility needs. What is the name of the company that created a specialized gaming controller for individuals with disabilities?

If you know the answer to this week's trivia questions, email it to us at contactus@naset.org by December 18th, 2023. If you are correct, you will be acknowledged in next week's NASET's Week in Review

Is It Okay To Ask People with Disabilities About Their Disabilities?

A Student Wrote a Book About Her Learning Disability. Now, She Has Advice for Teachers

The Myth of the Quick Learner

Increasing Student Diversity in Suburbs Creating Challenges, Opportunities

Few Parents Say There’s a Reading Crisis in the US

What to Know About Body Doubling for ADHD

Kids Who Feel Their Parents are Less Reliable Take Fewer Risks Vital to Learning and Growth

Latest Job Listings on NASET

* Special Education Teacher - STARS is the largest school contract agency in AZ. STARS is owned and operated by Occupational Therapists. You will be an employee and receive full benefits. Summers off with year-round pay and year-round appreciation. To learn more- Click here

* SPED Teacher- District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology. To learn more- Click here

* Special Education Coordinator - The Special Education Coordinator is responsible for assisting school leadership in special education compliance and coordinating with School Counselors, Psychologist and the Director of Student Support to ensure the delivery of services to students with exceptional learning needs at DCI. We are a 1:1 school. To learn more- Click here

* Middle School Special Education Teacher - DC Scholars is seeking outstanding Special Education Teachers who are passionate about teaching 6th-8th grades and pushing them to achieve their highest academic and personal potential. These teachers cultivate a strong culture of achievement and lead classroom communities where students are engaged and self-motivated. This position will be based at DC Scholars Public Charter School. To learn more- Click here

* Elementary Special Education Teacher - Looking for an opportunity to join a team of passionate and persistent educators? Do you deeply believe that all students can achieve with thoughtful, effective, and holistic instruction? Then join a team of dedicated educators who are committed to ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education that empowers them to actualize their dreams, apply today! To learn more- Click here

* Early Education Special Educator - Seeking applicants for determination of pilot program for pre-verbal/nonverbal children with cortical visual impairment outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. To learn more- Click here

* High School Special Education Math Teacher - Special Education Teachers work with students with learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities by providing specially designed instruction aligned with individualized education plans and 504s. Working alongside general classroom teachers and in coordination with related service providers, Special Education Teachers serve as case managers, assess and monitor students' progress, design and update IEPs, and collaborate with parents and other school staff to track students' progress. To learn more- Click here

* High School Special Education Math Teacher - Working alongside general classroom teachers and in coordination with related service providers, Special Education Teachers serve as case managers, assess and monitor students' progress, design and update IEPs, and collaborate with parents and other school staff to track students' progress. To learn more- Click here

* High School Special Education Math Teacher - Special Education Teachers work with students with learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities by providing specially designed instruction aligned with individualized education plans and 504s. Working alongside general classroom teachers and in coordination with related service providers, Special Education Teachers serve as case managers, assess and monitor students' progress, design and update IEPs, and collaborate with parents and other school staff to track students' progress. To learn more- Click here

* Special Education Teacher - We are seeking a Special Education teacher for Thresholds High School! Thresholds High School is an Illinois State Board of Education certified Therapeutic Day School for students ages 16 to 21 years old with ongoing serious mental health needs. The Thresholds High School provides a distinct combination of flexibility and support in order to help students achieve both their high school diploma and their transition goals. To learn more- Click here

* Special Education Teachers - Successful candidate must be able to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an environment that prepares students for lives as informed and engaged citizens in a global society. To learn more- Click here

* Special Education Teacher - Propel Schools - Propel Schools is the largest network of public charter schools in Allegheny County consisting of 13 schools and approximately 4,000 scholars. Our mission is to provide high-quality schools to underserved communities. Each of our schools provide a rigorous academic environment and small class sizes where educators focus on providing each scholar with support and individualized attention. To learn more- Click here

There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: The fear of failure.

Paulo Coelho