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What Is the Science of Reading?
If you’ve spent any time in education lately, you’ve probably heard the phrase “science of reading.” But it’s more than a buzzword. The science of reading is a large body of research explaining how people learn to read, why some students struggle, and which instructional practices reliably lead to success. It’s not a single program or trend — it’s decades of evidence that can transform how we teach literacy.
Dianne McKinley
Feb 28, 20232 min read


Strengthening MTSS Tier One Behavioral Systems and Supports
Check out my free one hour session to gain a better understanding of the importance of a solid MTSS foundation and leave with a plethora of resources to support your efforts no matter where you are in building your school’s or district’s system! All of the resources mentioned in the video are linked below. Click here or on the image below to access the video!
Dianne McKinley
Jan 25, 20232 min read


Teaching Organizational Skills
As the world around us gets busier and busier, there is an increased need for understanding how to manage our time and tasks. Below we will discuss why it is important, give some quick tips, learn how to prepare the mind and environment, and discuss how to make the lessons stick!
Dianne McKinley
Dec 9, 20227 min read


Understanding and Addressing Stress in the Classroom
Stress is a part of life and it can even be helpful! We perform better under some level of stress, it can motivate us to reach our goals and even plays a part in our development into happy, healthy adults. In fact, some of the most joyful events in our lives come with some level of stress – new jobs, new relationships, planning weddings, having babies, buying a new home, and even vacations!
Dianne McKinley
Nov 8, 20218 min read


What is PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)?
Many schools across the US are finding it hard to deal with student misbehavior. And usually, students are punished for not knowing how to behave rather than being taught appropriate behavior. The objective of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is teaching positive behavior. You may be asking, “What is PBIS?” This article will answer that question.
Dianne McKinley
Nov 5, 20184 min read


Things You Should Know About Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder
Let’s say one of your students is intimidating you or even scaring you. You feel threatened, bullied, and teaching became a real nightmare. Why is this happening? Children with antisocial or extremely aggressive behaviors can be diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) or Conduct Disorder. Putting a definition over these two will help you understand why certain behaviors are being displayed. These are the main things everyone should know about Oppositional Defiant D
Dianne McKinley
Jun 25, 20183 min read


Suicide Prevention Among Students
The pressures of modern life, anxiety disorders, and depression are common emotional and psychological problems that children nowadays face at a very young age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the third leading cause of death among the youth ages 10 to 24. Suicide prevention and intervention programs in the ongoing professional development for teachers and education support professionals can help mitigate the risk of suicide among
Dianne McKinley
Feb 19, 20183 min read


The Role of Parents in Education
Although most structured learning takes place in the confines of the school, that doesn’t mean that parents cannot have an active role in their children’s education. On the contrary, parents can encourage, motivate, and even influence their kids to do well in school. This article will discuss the roles that parents play in the education of their children.
Dianne McKinley
Aug 4, 20173 min read


The Distinction Between School Climate and School Culture
We believe that building positive school culture and school climate largely depends on the quality of relationships.
Dianne McKinley
Jun 1, 20175 min read
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