Stacey M Design Blog
Aug 18 2023
27 Playful Places to Leave Notes to My Kid Encouragement Cards for Your Awesome Student
As parents and caregivers, we all know how crucial it is to provide our students with support and encouragement. A simple note can go a long way in boosting their...
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Jul 02 2023
He Needs to Advocate For Himself
When my son was in school, during IEP meetings and during parent/teacher meetings, we were constantly told: "Isaiah needs to advocate for himself."His teachers explained that Isaiah never asked for help...
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Jun 28 2023
Meet Gabby: An Inspiring Young Swimmer!
Did you know that for each of my guided journals I interview a remarkable student? I want to celebrate their efforts and use their stories to inspire other students.In my most...
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Jan 01 2023
Goals: Does Your Student Believe They Can?
A few weeks ago as Harold, Isaiah, and I sat around the dinner table, we each shared our big goals for 2023. Isaiah’s big goals involved saving a lot of...
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Sep 15 2021
Guest Blog: Why a Therapist for Adults Recommends What's Your Super Power? For Kids
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and registered art therapist who works with only adults. You might be wondering why I am writing about a journal that is designed...
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Jun 01 2021
Incorporating SEL into Your Summer Adventures
Summer break is upon us and kids are ready for summer adventures to begin. While parents are also excited about the end of the school year routine and are looking...
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Apr 25 2021
6 Ways that Pet Ownership Supports the Social Emotional Development of Kids
6 Ways that Pet Ownership Supports the Social Emotional Development of KidsThe last Sunday in April is National Pet Parents Day and the perfect time to write about the connection between...
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Apr 02 2021
Addressing Bias and Building Community at Your School
If there is one sentiment shared by teachers and administrators all over the world, it is that there is never enough funding for all the programs that you want to...
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Sep 02 2020
Addressing Bias in Books in Schools
During a webinar that I recently hosted called, “Strategies for Creating an Anti-Racist Environment in Your School,” I discussed how books and other resources used in schools often have racist...
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