What will the special education teacher who oversees Isla need to do next because of her 11-day suspension?

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Discipline Process

 

Students with disabilities  are provided with specific provisions regarding discipline through the  law. Special education teachers need to be aware of what the law has  outlined for the discipline of students with disabilities, as they will  be responsible for implementing these specific guidelines.

Review the following case scenario to inform the assignment that follows:

Isla  is a ninth grader who receives special education services for a  specific learning disability in the area of reading comprehension. She  receives services in a resource setting for one hour each day to assist  her in any content area that requires additional support in reading  comprehension. Isla has no history of behavior problems, and her  teachers state that she is generally a good student to have in class.

Recently,  Isla was caught accessing inappropriate content in the computer lab  when she was supposed to be researching information for a history  project. When her teacher, Ms. Hillman, confronted Isla about the  content, she immediately closed the website and denied the accusation.  Ms. Hillman then asked Isla to step outside of the lab to speak to her  privately. Isla pushed back her chair abruptly and made the comment “I  don’t understand why you are singling me out, you should pay attention  to what other students are doing–it’s worse!” Ms. Hillman asked Isla  again more sternly to step outside. Isla stormed out, but as she did,  she repeated that she did not do anything wrong, and stated  inappropriate comments to Ms. Hillman. Ms. Hillman wanted to address the  issue with Isla more privately and without a referral and further  disruption as this was out of character for Isla. However, the language  and tone that Isla took made Ms. Hillman decide to send her to the  office with a referral for insubordination and inappropriate language.  Ms. Hillman asked her instructional assistant to walk Isla to the  office.

The assistant principal met with Isla on the issue, and  as a result suspended her for one day. When Isla returned to the  computer lab to gather her belongings, she got into another altercation  with Ms. Hillman, lost her temper, and flipped a chair in the classroom.  As Ms. Hillman asked her to step outside, Isla began shouting  inappropriate comments towards Ms. Hillman, some students in class, as  well as the instructional assistant. As a result, a student was hit by  one of the chairs that Isla pushed as she was walking out of the  classroom.

Ms. Hillman called security to have them escort Isla  to the office. As a result of this incident, the principal, in  accordance with the student code of conduct at the school, issued an  additional 10-day suspension for Isla, bringing her total days of  suspension to 11.

In a 500-750 word essay, address the questions  that follow. Support your answers with references to specific sections  of IDEA where applicable.

  • 1. What will the special education teacher who oversees Isla need to do next because of her 11-day suspension?
  • 2. Who will need to be contacted regarding Isla’s suspension?
  • 3. What  services, if any, need to be provided to Isla during her removal to an  interim alternative educational setting (IAES)? Who are the stakeholders  involved in this discussion?
  • 4. What disciplinary actions are permissible?
  • 5. What, if any, services will be provided to Isla for the duration of the disciplinary action?
  • 6.What happens if Isla’s parents appeal the manifestation determination?

Support your findings with 1-2 scholarly resources in addition to IDEA.

Essentials of Assessment Report Writing (Chapters 1–6)

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Assignment: Summary and Recommendations: Part 2

The summary and recommendations section of an assessment report is where all of the relevant information, insights, and data come together. Rather than being a finishing point, this report and these recommendations become a living document that ultimately will help an individual continue to forge a path free from addiction.

Parts 1 and 2 of this assessment report provide an introduction to the skills required for good report writing. For most locales, requiring licensing and credentialing, additional coursework, and experience is needed to better develop report writing competency.

Appendix 3 in the course text will give you the basics about the DSM-IV-TR and how substance use disorders are diagnosed. In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.), the appendix titled “Highlights of Changes from DSM-IV to DSM-5” illustrates the changes in Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders made in the DSM-5. Do not forget to look back over past readings, because this Assignment will involve other professionals (people to whom you might want to refer the client) in addition to a summary of the most critical parts of what you believe is going on with this client.

To prepare:

Review the Learning Resources, including the following:

  • Essentials of Assessment Report Writing (Chapters 1–6)
  • Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide
    • Appendix 3, “DSM-IV-TR Psychoactive Substance Use Disorder”
  • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.)
    • Appendix, “Highlights of Changes from DSM-IV to DSM-5”
  • The media from Week 3 titled Interviewing Techniques.

Submit Part 2 of the assessment report, Summary and Recommendations, including the following:

  • Section 1: Synthesize Assessment Findings (2 pages)
    • Summarize your impressions of the individual, discussing characteristics that resemble DSM-5 categories related to substance-related and addictive disorders.
  • Section 2: Referral Recommendations: Multidisciplinary Team Approach (1 page)
    • Include a list of other professionals or organizations that may be enlisted to employ a multidisciplinary team approach toward continuing or enhancing treatment for the individual. Explain what each professional or organization might contribute.
  • Section 3: Confidentiality (2 paragraphs)
    • Based on the American Psychological Association and other governing standards, describe how this report should be stored and disseminated in an ethical manner.Essentials of Assessment Report Writing

      Lichtenberger, Elizabeth O., et al. <i>Essentials of Assessment Report Writing</i>, John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2004. ProQuest Ebook Central, http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/waldenu/detail.action?docID=361899. Created from waldenu on 2019-11-13 19:10:31.

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What is the impact of the Fourteenth Amendment on religion and public education?

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Religious issues tend to elicit strong emotions for all involved in the school system. Educational leaders today need to have at least a basic knowledge of the legal guidelines regarding religious expression in public schools. Additionally, effective communication and appropriate practices are essential for resolving issues around religion and core cultural values.

After completing the required reading, respond to the following questions using examples, the text, and at least one outside source to support your thinking:

  • What is the impact of the Fourteenth Amendment on religion and public education?
  • Why might it be difficult for some school districts to find the proper balance between holiday activities being religious enough but not offending minority religious beliefs or those who believe schools should remain neutral?
  • The role of religion in public education is often cited as part of the “culture wars.” How would you define culture wars? What may be some areas other than religion that intertwine public education in the culture wars?
  • How do you plan on responding to potential dilemmas surrounding religious expressions? What basic guidelines will you use to influence your decision-making?

The Religious Expression Paper

  • Must be at least two double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style

Evaluating Lesson Plans

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The opportunity to critically evaluate and reflect on your   experiences enhances professional growth. By comparing the lesson plan   you created in Topic 6 to another teacher’s lesson plan, you   will be able to see your own areas of strength as well as   opportunities for growth as you improve your professional practice.

For this assignment, locate a lesson online  that includes, at   minimum, a state or national standard and learning objective for a   grade level and content area of your choice.

Using the “COE Lesson Plan Template” for reference,   evaluate this lesson plan in 500-750 words based on the following criteria:

  • Thoroughness: Are any of the lesson plan components incomplete     or missing?
  • Alignment: Are the standards, learning     objectives, learning and teaching activities, and assessments     aligned?  If misaligned, how could the teacher revise the     lesson to better align all the components?
  • Cross-curricular     connections: Are there connections to other subject areas regarding     learning and teaching activities? If none, suggest how     cross-curricular instruction could be integrated.
  • Formal     and informal assessments: What assessments are included? Do they     measure student mastery of learning objectives?
  • Differentiation: Is differentiation included in this plan? How     will the teacher ensure each child is supported?
  • Reflection: Based on your analysis, what changes would you make     in this lesson plan if you were to administer it to the “Class     Profile? Justify the instructional choices you made based on     curriculum goals and student learning needs.

Include the URL for the lesson plan you evaluated with your submission.

Thoroughness

10.0

A comprehensive description regarding the thoroughness of the lesson plan components is included.

Alignment

10.0

Alignment of the standard, learning objectives, learning and teaching activities, and assessments is substantial and specific.

Cross-Curricular Connections

10.0

The explanation of cross-curricular connections is thorough. A suggestion of how cross-curricular instruction could be integrated is realistic and demonstrates best practices for students.

Formal and Informal Assessment

10.0

Description of assessments is comprehensive, and explanation of how assessments measure student mastery of the learning objectives is substantial.

Differentiation

10.0

The statement regarding differentiation is thorough and provides comprehensive evidence to ensure each child is supported.

Reflection on the Lesson Plan

20.0

The reflection proficiently details strengths and opportunities for growth within the lesson plan. The instructional choices made based on the learning objective demonstrates substantial justification.

Organization

15.0

The content is well organized and logical. There is a sequential progression of ideas related to each other. The content is presented as a cohesive unit. Provides the audience with a clear sense of the main idea.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

15.0

Submission is virtually free of mechanical errors. Word choice reflects well-developed use of practice and content-related language. Sentence structures are varied and engaging.