Loren Kleinman 🟧

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@RutgersAltRoute Q1: Some challenges include limited resources, balancing differentiated instruction with curriculum demands, insufficient staff training, and managing diverse needs in one inclusive setting. #InclusiveEd #SpEd

For Question 1 (Q1), reflect on your experience and current practices for creating an inclusive learning environment for students with learning disabilities #TeacherEd #SpEd

@RutgersAltRoute Q2: ELA Activities for ADHD with IEP support: use multisensory read-alouds, graphic organizers, interactive story maps, and flexible project choices to boost engagement and comprehension. #ELA #IEP #TeachingTips

In this video, youtube.com/watch?v=Dd62-e… Dr. Jonas Bromberg & teacher Jon Weinberger discuss classroom strategies to support students with ADHD, like providing fidget tools and offering checklists. For Q2 consider what's worked or ideas you want to try #TeacherEd #SpEd

@RutgersAltRoute Q3: Use scaffolding, multimodal instruction, and flexible assessments to make content accessible. Build on strengths, offer choices, and celebrate all progress. #TeacherEd #SpEd

For Q3, consider your specific content area & how you support student success, for example, your classroom environment, assignments, and assessments. #TeacherEd #SpEd Tip: To connect with others in your content area, consider using a #, i.e #arted #mathchat #scichat #langchat

@RutgersAltRoute Q4: Empower students with disabilities by teaching them about their strengths, encouraging goal-setting, involving them in IEP meetings, and modeling self-advocacy in action. #TeacherEd #SpEd

When students learn to self-advocate, they become agents of their own success. Teachers play a key role by nurturing self-awareness and communication skills. For Q4, share how you’ve supported—or plan to support—this growth. #TeacherEd #SpEd

@RutgersAltRoute Schools can better support students with learning disabilities by implementing UDL, offering targeted PD for teachers, collaborating on IEPs, and using student voice to shape inclusive policies. #TeacherEd #SpEd

For our final question, (Q5), consider your classroom and your school’s behavior management and discipline policies. #TeacherEd #SpEd

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@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools Key takeaway: Building supportive networks and using restorative practices fosters a safer, more inclusive environment. #TeachWithEmpathy

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@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A5 Build empathy with restorative talks, empower problem-solving, and connect students to mentors or counselors. Strong peer and adult support networks are key!

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools Reflecting on our 5th and final question, Q5, reminds us that each day or class period brings a fresh opportunity. Consider the additional opportunities that might arise as you wrap up the year and prepare to start 2025 with your students.

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A4 Addressing harassment, intimidation, & bullying challenges us to model empathy, set boundaries, & remain vigilant. It’s also a learning opportunity to deepen our skills in restorative practices, active listening, and fostering inclusive environments.

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools It's time for Question 4 (Q4)! Chat Tip: After sharing your reply, don’t stop there! Take a moment to browse through other responses, engage by replying, and even re-quote ideas that inspire you. Keep the conversation going!

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A3 Shoutout to our ELA 12 peer-led mentoring program in #NewJersey! Students lead workshops on conflict resolution, digital citizenship, and inclusivity, partnering with teachers & local organizations to create a safer, more empathetic school community.

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools We know schools across #NewJersey are doing great things, and we hope you'll shout them out in Question 3 (Q3)! Consider experiences that may have involved students, teachers, and/or community members.

@RutgersAltRoute #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A2 Building a strong classroom community is key! I use daily check-ins to build trust, peer mediation to resolve conflicts, & clear, consistent consequences for harmful behavior. In ELA 12, role-playing scenarios helps students practice empathy.

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools For Question 2 (Q2) Share specific practices that have been successful as the ideas for your content area(s) and grade(s) may be helpful to others! Chat Tip: Be sure to start your reply with the tag #TeacherEd #SafeSchools A2 to link it with the chat

@RutgersAltRoute Creating #SafeSchools means fostering respect in every space—online & in person. I use collaborative norms, restorative circles, & anonymous reporting tools to address conflicts early. In my [subject/grade level], empathy-building activities & clear boundaries are key.

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools For Question 1, consider your in-person and any online learning spaces and the steps you take to reduce factors that contribute to bullying.​ Be specific, as the ideas for your content area(s) and grade(s) may be helpful to others!

@RutgersAltRoute @Bec_Chirps @jodes39 @Principal_H @rutgersmtss Hello!

#TeacherEd #SafeSchools Before we post Question 1, meet the panel of educators joining us! @Bec_Chirps @jodes39 @Principal_H @rutgersmtss Rutgers Alternate Route teachers, don't forget to sign in - go.rutgers.edu/SafeSchoolsIN

@RutgersAltRoute Hi! Loren Kleinman Hanks, ELA, 12

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Watch School Board Chair @lorialhadeff emphasize the significance of Anti-Bullying Week. This week serves as a platform to raise awareness and offers opportunities for our schools and communities to bolster their initiatives in preventing bullying.