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My book "They Came for the Schools" is out today.
It tries to make sense of America's school board wars by showing how & why that fight exploded in one Texas suburb.
To really understand the anti-DEI backlash, I needed to uncover a much longer history.
Here's what I found🧵
Emily Brooks retweeted
Tier 1 is more than core instruction. Tier 1 also includes the environment in which instruction occurs, the quality of relationships, and access to experiences that connect students to and empower them as valued members of the school.
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"Hey, you're doing just great"
Oklahoma little leaguer gets hit in the head and then comforts the pitcher who is shaken up afterward
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School psychologists are critical members of school teams, working to ensure our schools & students are on the path to success. In honor of #NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek, learn more about school psychologists' work & their importance to school communities: bit.ly/2XXPC3C
Emily Brooks retweeted
Good morning! Today is the start of #schoolpsychweek Are you ready to “Get in GEAR”?
We want to kick off the day by thanking school psychologists for all the work they do to help kids thrive.
For tips and resources for this week, check: bit.ly/3CztgEJ
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Today, we are releasing our Framework for Effective School Discipline. The guidance outlines practices and policy recommendations to reduce the use of suspension, expulsion, and other discipline practices that disproportionately impact students of color.
bit.ly/2XyrWjw
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Today-our dedicated LSSPs, EAS/Diags, & RSCs received an awesome annual training in ethical decision-making from Emily Brooks, Lead LSSP!!
#KISDTeamSpEdP2P #Promise2Purpose #magicalmoments #bestdayever #kleinfamily @KleinDSP @kirstenallman @livinsmcfarland @cadproctor @LSSPEmily
Emily Brooks retweeted
A4: I have learned that it is far more effective to find ways to empower kids than it is to get into power struggles with kids. “Kids don’t want your power. They want their own.” ~Richard Lavoie
#Inclusion #tlap #ChildHonouring
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Quote of the day, I know it’s early so there might be more - “knowing what to expect gives emotional control, without emotional control there is no motivation”. Good classroom management is essential! #R4SEI
Emily Brooks retweeted
Do you need a little invitation to be kinder and gentler to yourself?
Maybe one of these little permissions will be just the ticket....
#SelfCompassion #GrowthMindset
Free download: northstarpaths.com
Emily Brooks retweeted
If you catch yourself repeating something over and over...consider creating a visual support. Visuals can make a day easier for students and staff.
#Visuals #PFF #Inclusion @tweetsomemoore
Free download: northstarpaths.com
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Your breath is like a good friend: always there when you need it.
#Breathe #Mindfulness
Short 1 minute video for kids (and adults): ow.ly/2pzN30naqz1
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Youth #suicide is the leading cause of death among school-age youth, but it is preventable. We've created this infographic for teens on how they can support their peers who are contemplating suicide. bit.ly/2FGVMt7 #suicideprevention @800273TALK
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We need your help NOW! Help us continue to reach nearly 3 million young people across the country. Call your Member of Congress. Ask them to sign the Dear Colleague letter supporting Special Olympics & share why Special Olympics is important to YOU ➡️ p2a.co/ghdK9XG
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#TheHarrisCenter is happy to add a new Saturday location. Adults who are currently not enrolled in ongoing treatment at our outpatient mental health clinics may begin the enrollment process at our new Saturday location, Northwest Community Service Center. #BehavioralHealthMondays
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The Admin Team @TEP_KISD @Jdysimpson @LauraDWHenderso @kittie2u love our Staff and a Huge Thanks to the Awesome Leadership Team! @prettypatty58 @marconeal80 @amiuny_karin @kelseyqram #SpringBreak
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Words have wings and fly away after they have been spoken.
Visuals are like anchors and the information stays with the student for as long as they need it.
#Inclusion #Visuals #SD62learns
Free download: northstarpaths.com
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We are pleased to announce that Klein Independent School District is hosting a Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Training Program (Blended):
March 27-29, 2019 (Select the link) goo.gl/seRNaM
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Klein Independent School District Multipurpose Center





























