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Just call me Pinball

No, not a Pinball wizard, just a pinball. I have a co-taught class at the end of the day, though we don’t call it co-taught here. We call it SDI (specially designed instruction) basically what it means is the SpEd teacher can then be pulled from the classroom to cover testing for other classes rather than be in the room the whole time as they would if it were labeled CT. So my co-teacher (yes, still calling her that) is with me every other day, and the other days I have a classroom assistant who can also be pulled for testing.

This happened last week where the CA was pulled and was gone the entire hour. Now, my class numbers are fairly low, but this class is high needs, most of their IRLs are significantly below grade-level. Over half the class are IEP kids, and one of those seems to feel the CA or co-teacher belongs solely to him. We’re working on breaking that perception. In the meantime he needs constant prompting to get work done. So last Tuesday and today, I spent the class circling more than usual. I’d stop by the first child’s desk point out what he needs to do next, make a circuit around the room, actually, here’s where the pinball comes in because it’s not so much a circle as a bouncing back and forth between those who need help. Go back to first student and repeat. ALL HOUR.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely appreciate that they ask questions. That’s great. But it’s exhausting when it’s just me and five kids have five different questions at once and they can’t really help each other. This is my least self-sufficient class. When there are two adults in the room it works so much smoother. I still end up tired from the neediness, but I’m not leaving the kids without the help they need and I’m not going to discourage the questions and self-advocacy.

Just call me Pinball

No, not a Pinball wizard, just a pinball. I have a co-taught class at the end of the day, though we don’t call it co-taught here. We call it SDI (specially designed instruction) basically what it means is the SpEd teacher can then be pulled from the classroom to cover testing for other classes rather than be in the room the whole time as they would if it were labeled CT. So my co-teacher (yes, still calling her that) is with me every other day, and the other days I have a classroom assistant who can also be pulled for testing.

This happened last week where the CA was pulled and was gone the entire hour. Now, my class numbers are fairly low, but this class is high needs, most of their IRLs are significantly below grade-level. Over half the class are IEP kids, and one of those seems to feel the CA or co-teacher belongs solely to him. We’re working on breaking that perception. In the meantime he needs constant prompting to get work done. So last Tuesday and today, I spent the class circling more than usual. I’d stop by the first child’s desk point out what he needs to do next, make a circuit around the room, actually, here’s where the pinball comes in because it’s not so much a circle as a bouncing back and forth between those who need help. Go back to first student and repeat. ALL HOUR.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely appreciate that they ask questions. That’s great. But it’s exhausting when it’s just me and five kids have five different questions at once and they can’t really help each other. This is my least self-sufficient class. When there are two adults in the room it works so much smoother. I still end up tired from the neediness, but I’m not leaving the kids without the help they need and I’m not going to discourage the questions and self-advocacy.

Just call me Pinball

No, not a Pinball wizard, just a pinball. I have a co-taught class at the end of the day, though we don’t call it co-taught here. We call it SDI (specially designed instruction) basically what it means is the SpEd teacher can then be pulled from the classroom to cover testing for other classes rather than be in the room the whole time as they would if it were labeled CT. So my co-teacher (yes, still calling her that) is with me every other day, and the other days I have a classroom assistant who can also be pulled for testing.

This happened last week where the CA was pulled and was gone the entire hour. Now, my class numbers are fairly low, but this class is high needs, most of their IRLs are significantly below grade-level. Over half the class are IEP kids, and one of those seems to feel the CA or co-teacher belongs solely to him. We’re working on breaking that perception. In the meantime he needs constant prompting to get work done. So last Tuesday and today, I spent the class circling more than usual. I’d stop by the first child’s desk point out what he needs to do next, make a circuit around the room, actually, here’s where the pinball comes in because it’s not so much a circle as a bouncing back and forth between those who need help. Go back to first student and repeat. ALL HOUR.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely appreciate that they ask questions. That’s great. But it’s exhausting when it’s just me and five kids have five different questions at once and they can’t really help each other. This is my least self-sufficient class. When there are two adults in the room it works so much smoother. I still end up tired from the neediness, but I’m not leaving the kids without the help they need and I’m not going to discourage the questions and self-advocacy.

Just call me Pinball

No, not a Pinball wizard, just a pinball. I have a co-taught class at the end of the day, though we don’t call it co-taught here. We call it SDI (specially designed instruction) basically what it means is the SpEd teacher can then be pulled from the classroom to cover testing for other classes rather than be in the room the whole time as they would if it were labeled CT. So my co-teacher (yes, still calling her that) is with me every other day, and the other days I have a classroom assistant who can also be pulled for testing.

This happened last week where the CA was pulled and was gone the entire hour. Now, my class numbers are fairly low, but this class is high needs, most of their IRLs are significantly below grade-level. Over half the class are IEP kids, and one of those seems to feel the CA or co-teacher belongs solely to him. We’re working on breaking that perception. In the meantime he needs constant prompting to get work done. So last Tuesday and today, I spent the class circling more than usual. I’d stop by the first child’s desk point out what he needs to do next, make a circuit around the room, actually, here’s where the pinball comes in because it’s not so much a circle as a bouncing back and forth between those who need help. Go back to first student and repeat. ALL HOUR.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely appreciate that they ask questions. That’s great. But it’s exhausting when it’s just me and five kids have five different questions at once and they can’t really help each other. This is my least self-sufficient class. When there are two adults in the room it works so much smoother. I still end up tired from the neediness, but I’m not leaving the kids without the help they need and I’m not going to discourage the questions and self-advocacy.

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I'm voting like my students' futures depend on it. I'm begging you to do the same.

#vote #GOPtraitors #specialEducation #teacher #FDT @democratsabroad #DNC #dfl #democrats

I'm voting like my students' futures depend on it. I'm begging you to do the same.

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I'm voting like my students' futures depend on it. I'm begging you to do the same.

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I'm voting like my students' futures depend on it. I'm begging you to do the same.

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Video - Inside the Cuban Café Where People With Autism and Down Syndrome Work
https://peertube.world/w/696hHN82o8to8pzQcaG5DE
Duration - 4:40

[a #video on #Peertube about #Cuba from the #news collective #BellyOfTheBeast]

When a mother couldn’t find a place willing to employ her son Liván, who has #DownSyndrome, she decided to create one.

Liva Café in Havana employs people with intellectual disabilities and #autism, with support from specialists in #psychology and #SpecialEducation. For workers like Livan, Karel and Richard, it’s a place to earn experience, build relationships and show what they can do.

Cuba has long had policies aimed at integrating people with #disabilities into the workspace. But as the people in Liva’s story explain, significant barriers remain — particularly when it comes to finding employers willing to give them an opportunity.

#NoWarOnCuba #USHandsOffCuba #OilForCuba! #CubaIsNotAlone #EndTheBlockadeEmbargo #LetCubaLive
#EndSanctionsAgainstCuba
#CubaNoEstáSola #CubaSí

Video - Inside the Cuban Café Where People With Autism and Down Syndrome Work
https://peertube.world/w/696hHN82o8to8pzQcaG5DE
Duration - 4:40

[a #video on #Peertube about #Cuba from the #news collective #BellyOfTheBeast]

When a mother couldn’t find a place willing to employ her son Liván, who has #DownSyndrome, she decided to create one.

Liva Café in Havana employs people with intellectual disabilities and #autism, with support from specialists in #psychology and #SpecialEducation. For workers like Livan, Karel and Richard, it’s a place to earn experience, build relationships and show what they can do.

Cuba has long had policies aimed at integrating people with #disabilities into the workspace. But as the people in Liva’s story explain, significant barriers remain — particularly when it comes to finding employers willing to give them an opportunity.

#NoWarOnCuba #USHandsOffCuba #OilForCuba! #CubaIsNotAlone #EndTheBlockadeEmbargo #LetCubaLive
#EndSanctionsAgainstCuba
#CubaNoEstáSola #CubaSí

Video - Inside the Cuban Café Where People With Autism and Down Syndrome Work
https://peertube.world/w/696hHN82o8to8pzQcaG5DE
Duration - 4:40

[a #video on #Peertube about #Cuba from the #news collective #BellyOfTheBeast]

When a mother couldn’t find a place willing to employ her son Liván, who has #DownSyndrome, she decided to create one.

Liva Café in Havana employs people with intellectual disabilities and #autism, with support from specialists in #psychology and #SpecialEducation. For workers like Livan, Karel and Richard, it’s a place to earn experience, build relationships and show what they can do.

Cuba has long had policies aimed at integrating people with #disabilities into the workspace. But as the people in Liva’s story explain, significant barriers remain — particularly when it comes to finding employers willing to give them an opportunity.

#NoWarOnCuba #USHandsOffCuba #OilForCuba! #CubaIsNotAlone #EndTheBlockadeEmbargo #LetCubaLive
#EndSanctionsAgainstCuba
#CubaNoEstáSola #CubaSí

Video - Inside the Cuban Café Where People With Autism and Down Syndrome Work
https://peertube.world/w/696hHN82o8to8pzQcaG5DE
Duration - 4:40

[a #video on #Peertube about #Cuba from the #news collective #BellyOfTheBeast]

When a mother couldn’t find a place willing to employ her son Liván, who has #DownSyndrome, she decided to create one.

Liva Café in Havana employs people with intellectual disabilities and #autism, with support from specialists in #psychology and #SpecialEducation. For workers like Livan, Karel and Richard, it’s a place to earn experience, build relationships and show what they can do.

Cuba has long had policies aimed at integrating people with #disabilities into the workspace. But as the people in Liva’s story explain, significant barriers remain — particularly when it comes to finding employers willing to give them an opportunity.

#NoWarOnCuba #USHandsOffCuba #OilForCuba! #CubaIsNotAlone #EndTheBlockadeEmbargo #LetCubaLive
#EndSanctionsAgainstCuba
#CubaNoEstáSola #CubaSí

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♿ EaZyHold — A Simple, Elegant Solution For People Who Have Trouble Grasping Or Holding Items | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/search?q=ezhold

A patented universal cuff — no pinch grip, no clenching. Holds forks, cups, toothbrushes, crayons. 32 products, $20–$130 CAD, all in stock.

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♿ EaZyHold — A Simple, Elegant Solution For People Who Have Trouble Grasping Or Holding Items | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/search?q=ezhold

A patented universal cuff — no pinch grip, no clenching. Holds forks, cups, toothbrushes, crayons. 32 products, $20–$130 CAD, all in stock.

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♿ EaZyHold — A Simple, Elegant Solution For People Who Have Trouble Grasping Or Holding Items | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/search?q=ezhold

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https://canasstech.com/search?q=ezhold

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
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A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/products/accessibyte-studio-annual

A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
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A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
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A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/products/accessibyte-studio-annual

A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/products/accessibyte-studio-annual

A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

#AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ScreenReaders #Libraries #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving

♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
https://canasstech.com/products/accessibyte-studio-annual

A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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https://canasstech.com/products/accessibyte-studio-annual

A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

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https://www.europesays.com/people/196046/ Mamdani does right in fighting City Council teacher-aide giveaway #CityCouncil #contracts #editorial #JulieMenin #opinion #SpecialEducation #UnitedFederationOfTeachers #ZohranMamdani

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Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck late last month. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/10/japan/children-disabilities-kumamoto-quake/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #disability #specialeducation

Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck late last month. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/10/japan/children-disabilities-kumamoto-quake/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #disability #specialeducation

Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck late last month. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/10/japan/children-disabilities-kumamoto-quake/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #disability #specialeducation

Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck late last month. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/10/japan/children-disabilities-kumamoto-quake/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #disability #specialeducation

If you're a parent of a blind child and something feels off — if they're smart but struggling, verbal but drowning in daily life — this page is for you.

If you work with blind students, please share it. The right resource at the right time can change everything.

https://lanie.work/beyond-blindness/

#Blind #MultipleDisabilities #Disability #SpecialEducation #TSBVI #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent

If you're a parent of a blind child and something feels off — if they're smart but struggling, verbal but drowning in daily life — this page is for you.

If you work with blind students, please share it. The right resource at the right time can change everything.

https://lanie.work/beyond-blindness/

#Blind #MultipleDisabilities #Disability #SpecialEducation #TSBVI #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent

If you're a parent of a blind child and something feels off — if they're smart but struggling, verbal but drowning in daily life — this page is for you.

If you work with blind students, please share it. The right resource at the right time can change everything.

https://lanie.work/beyond-blindness/

#Blind #MultipleDisabilities #Disability #SpecialEducation #TSBVI #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent

If you're a parent of a blind child and something feels off — if they're smart but struggling, verbal but drowning in daily life — this page is for you.

If you work with blind students, please share it. The right resource at the right time can change everything.

https://lanie.work/beyond-blindness/

#Blind #MultipleDisabilities #Disability #SpecialEducation #TSBVI #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent

Mentor special education teacher honored by ALDI

Ben Jarabeck, a special education teacher at Re-Education Services, was recently recognized as an ALDI teacher of recognition,…
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Why we need Disability Pride Month

In addition to Independence Day and all the birthdays we’re celebrating, July is Disability Pride Month. It even has its own flag.

You might wonder why we need another pride month when we already had one in June. (For some people, like my brother, the two pride months overlap.) There were a few incidents that showed me why disabled people need a pride month.

I recently went on a Costco run with my granddaughter, who has cerebral palsy. As we went down the aisles, a stranger came up to her and asked if she needed any help. She didn’t have her iPad with its TD Snap software at the time, so I told the person that she was fine and didn’t need help. He asked, “Are you sure?” I told him we were. When he left, my granddaughter shook her head in annoyance. A few steps further, an older woman told the person with her, “God bless that poor child.” My granddaughter looked up at me with a “what’s wrong with her?” expression. Those people may have thought they were well-meaning, but to my granddaughter, they came off as patronizing.

But this is nothing compared to the ableist abuse others are facing. One of the perpetrators is, of course, the Trump Administration.

Their latest move is to shift special education from the Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services, headed by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (You know, the one who lamented that children with autism will “never hold a job.”) This raises concerns that the federal government will push to have people with disabilities institutionalized like they were before the 1960s. Such a move would be in line with the rest of the 60 years’ worth of civil rights progress the Administration has been rolling back. It also ties into their beliefs about white supremacy and eugenics. Let’s not forget that disabled people were the first to be exterminated by Germany in the 1930s.

This should alarm all of us. The disabled community is one that anyone can join. An accident, disease, chemical exposure, military combat, trauma, or simply age can make any of us disabled. In that situation, we would expect acceptance and support. So why should anyone consider denying it to anyone else?

Disability Pride, much like LGBTQ+ Pride, is about people being free to live their fullest as their authentic themselves. It’s not about denying anyone else their rights. In fact, protecting the rights of disabled people and making products and facilities more accessible benefits everyone. Accessible products are more useful. Ramps and sidewalk curbs help people with baby strollers and carts. Disabled people contribute to society as well. My son was a job coach and helped a number of autistic adults perform meaningful work. Those same ADA accommodations and support programs can help us get back to our jobs after a disability.

My granddaughter is thriving in public schools. She made the honor roll at her middle school, helped it win a unified soccer tournament, and made a number of friends. The strides made in the rights of disabled people enable her to achieve her goals and live a full and productive life. We must continue to fight to protect her rights, as well as restore and defend the freedoms stolen from other communities.

On the door to her room, she has a sign that says, “Cerebral palsy slows me down, but it ain’t stopping me!” People like her should be free to live to their highest potential—and that may include us when the time comes. That’s why we need Disability Pride Month.

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Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role

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