Holly Smith
Holly Smith, Ph.D., ABD, has been a credentialed school psychologist for the past 10 years, has experience working as a social worker dealing with families and children, and has taught graduate-level courses in psychology. For more information, please visit www.healingheartsnetwork.com.
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Bullies, Buttholes & BraggartsBullies are described as individuals who intentionally hurt others; their actions are not accidental. Most bullies don't care about the feelings of others. -
Addiction-Effects and Risk FactorsAddiction may include but not be limited to the addiction to alcohol, drugs, food, sex, gambling, internet, shopping, smoking, and video gaming. -
Advocacy in Special EducationSpecial education should be individualized, intensive and free to families. -
Special Education Tools and ResourcesParents have the right to contact their child's special education representative (service coordinator) when they have questions or concerns. -
Administration in Special EducationImportant competencies for special education administrators include an understanding of policy and law, organizational management, and resource allocation. -
The Utopian Educational EnvironmentUtopian workplaces are possible in many small districts and in larger districts with principals who assume personal accountability for the success of their schools. -
Typical Teens and TweensParenting teens and tweens is often a confusing, yet exhilarating time. Generally speaking, tweens are under the age of 13. -
Foster Youth with Disabilities and Special EducationThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that requires districts to provide a free appropriate public education to children with disabilities. -
Special Education Eligibility CriteriaSpecial education is a program designed to meet the unique educational needs of children with disabilities who meet eligibility criteria under the law. -
Incarceration... Children Left BehindOver two million children have an incarcerated parent in the United States. -
LRE and Your ChildThe least restrictive environment (LRE) provides opportunities and supports for all learners to receive educational benefit. -
Christmas Spirit & Giving from the HeartChristmas is a time of year to be thankful for what we have, for our families, and for the blessings in our lives. -
Mariage and the Value of "Till Death Do Us Part"Marriage is a unique institution. Some people still rigidly stand by the belief that "they need to stick it out for better or worse." -
Boarding School BabiesStudents come from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and present a myriad of academic, emotional, and intellectual abilities. -
Alternate Assessments, Alternate Achievement Standards, and Diminished Expectations???Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams are responsible for appropriately including students with disabilities in statewide assessments, as all students are required to participate in these assessments. -
Tips for Dealing with a Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)Central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) is a complex problem that involves the way people process information.
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Tips for Dealing with Difficult EmployeesAs a supervisor or manager, you will encounter difficult situations. These situations may include employees who are not performing or are underperforming.
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Tips for Dealing with Difficult and Crazed Co-WorkersWhen dealing with a difficult co-worker, it is important to remember that some people are emotionally unstable, which makes interpersonal connectivity extremely difficult.
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Educating Learners with Disabilities in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)The placement of learners with disabilities, when possible, should be educated in the general education classroom environment with non-disabled peers.
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Special Education Services for Students in Private and Charter SchoolsAccording to the United States Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), special education and related services vary greatly depending on the specific circumstance.
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The Important Role of the IEP TeamThe role of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team is to help learners' with disabilities meet the required state content standards.
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Career Development 101Effectively planning and developing your career involves knowing yourself and your interests, knowing what your options are, creating reasonable plans, and continuing to develop skills.
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Aligning IEPs with Grade Level Content Standards and AssessmentsProviding access to the general education curriculum facilitates learners with disabilities in receiving educational benefit from the general education curriculum.
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Educational Benefit and Your ChildIn order to analyze and assess educational benefit, it may be necessary to review IEPs, assessments, notes, and progress information.
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RTI in the SchoolsResponse to Intervention (RTI) was initiated because of the need to move from the prediction of failure and poor outcomes to interventions that actually change outcomes.
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Dating a DudThere are many reasons why people may end up being incompatible.
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The Trust Factor in RelationshipsRelationships don't fall apart overnight; they deteriorate over time.
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Serious Relationship ReadinessHave you ever stopped and thought, "I'm just not ready for a serious relationship!" People make time for the people and things that are important to them.
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Infidelity: It's so Hard to Handle when a Partner CheatsInfidelity is the number one reason given for relationship failure.
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Foster Youth, Foster Parents, and Foster CareFoster youth experience extremely elevated rates of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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From Playground Bully to the Prison Yard Junkie???Unfortunately, bullying is a huge problem that affects many children and teens. Bullies come in every shape, size, race, profession, status, and religion.
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Terrible Teens???Teens demonstrate difficulty in their lives through a myriad of interesting behaviors.
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Sexual Desire, Sexual Attraction, & Sexual Problems..Sex is a natural and healthy basic need; people desire it and work hard to get it!
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Healthy Relationship Tips 101People engaged in healthy relationships, as time goes by, enjoy the safety and security of spending time together.
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The Disparaging Effects of DivorceChildren are often the innocent victims of a nasty divorce. The negative effects of divorce on children may manifest educationally and psychologically.
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IEP or 504? What's Right for Your Child?Some individuals who do not qualify for special education under the IDEA may qualify for services under Section 504.
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Divorce, Demands, Expectations and LimitationsRelationships don't just fall apart overnight; they deteriorate over time. Common reasons given for divorce include infidelity, abuse, poor communication, etc...