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Understanding Behavior: Insights from the Frontlines of Special Education
Season 1 · Episode 16

Understanding Behavior: Insights from the Frontlines of Special Education

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC · DCSEAC

January 12, 202642m 2s

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Show Notes

In this episode of 'SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh My: Conversations with DCSEAC,' host Aleia Mastroianni discusses behavioral supports in schools with Tanya Anglemyer, a member of the district's behavioral support team and lead CPI trainer. They explore various strategies to approach and manage challenging behaviors in students with disabilities, emphasizing understanding and addressing the root causes rather than labeling students as 'bad.' Tanya shares her personal journey into special education and her experience in working with diverse student needs. The conversation covers the importance of knowing students' baseline behaviors, using de-escalation techniques, and the philosophy behind Positive Behavior Support (PBS). They discuss the essential collaboration between educators, behavioral specialists, and parents, including the use of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). The episode also highlights the legal requirements surrounding restraints and the district's commitment to transparent and safe practices.

DCSD Board Policy JKA

https://dcsdk12.community.highbond.com/home/public/document/4268

DCSD Board Policy JKA-R

https://dcsdk12.community.highbond.com/home/public/document/4270

DCSD Board Policy JKA-E

https://dcsdk12.community.highbond.com/home/public/document/4269

Parent University

https://www.dcsdk12.org/parents-students/resources/parent-university