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Breaking Down Silos: How School Leaders Can Align General Education and Special Education with Co-Teaching Strategies

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In many schools, general education and special education still operate in separate worlds, with different teams, meetings, and goals. When these systems stay disconnected, students miss out, and educators feel overwhelmed and unsupported. A recent edWeb webinar, presented by Brandy Samuell, Director of Product for K–12 Services at eLuma, along with education leaders Mike Leddy … Read more

From Confusion to Confidence: How Everyone in Your School Community Plays a Role in Student Services

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When the people responsible for a student’s success aren’t working together, it creates chaos. Teachers struggle to balance behavior and academic needs, families feel disconnected from the school, and students slip through the cracks. It’s not just frustrating—it’s damaging.  Schools are already stretched thin, and without a unified effort, everyone becomes overwhelmed. However, when the … Read more

Five Strategies to Reduce Learning Loss due to Disruptive Student Behavior

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Picture this: you’re an elementary-aged student learning about sentence structure. Today’s lesson is on compound and complex sentences, but staying focused feels impossible. Behind you, a group of classmates is whispering, laughing, and tossing items back and forth.  Not only do these disruptions make it difficult to hear your lecture, but they also make your … Read more

The Critical Role of Universal Screeners in the MTSS Framework

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Every student deserves the chance to thrive—but ensuring that happens isn’t easy. As an educational leader, you juggle countless challenges to provide equitable support for all students. A Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), paired with early identification and intervention, can help schools cut through the complexity and give students the academic, social, and behavioral support … Read more

How to Improve Student Well-Being: Evidence-Based Practices That Make a Difference

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Too many schools are struggling to keep up with the rising mental health and behavioral challenges among students. Teachers and administrators are overwhelmed, students are slipping through the cracks, and good intentions aren’t enough.  Traditional methods simply don’t cut it. Schools need proven, research-backed strategies to support student well-being in ways that actually make a … Read more

From Stigma to Support: Guiding Parents with Effective Student Behavior Conversations

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Are you finding it increasingly difficult to have tough conversations with caregivers about their student’s behavior issues? Does the stigma around social-emotional learning (SEL) make these discussions even more challenging?  You’re not alone. Navigating these conversations is one of the hardest parts of being an educator today. Guardians may be upset, and students may be struggling, … Read more

Demystifying MTSS: A Guide for K-12 Educators

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Supporting all students at every educational stage is crucial. Every student deserves an equal chance to excel academically, behaviorally, and socially. The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework addresses these diverse needs. MTSS is a data-driven approach providing a continuum of supports for all students, tailored to each school and community. It’s designed to ensure … Read more

Empower Every Student: Introducing eLuma’s Expanded MTSS Solutions

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At eLuma, we understand the ever-evolving landscape of K-12 education and the unique challenges educators face daily. We’ve earned a reputation as unwavering champions in teletherapy for special education by empowering nearly 500 districts through our tailored services aligned with IEP and 504 plans. You’ve witnessed our commitment and effectiveness in special education and mental … Read more

A Guide for Teachers: How To Improve Mental Health in Schools

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Table of Contents In today’s fast-paced and demanding educational landscape, educators must prioritize the mental well-being of their students if they want to improve student outcomes. This blog aims to equip teachers with practical strategies, resources, and insights to create a nurturing environment that supports learners’ needs.  If you want to learn more about how … Read more

Enhancing Student Well-being with Universal Screening: A Guide for K-12 Administrators

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As K-12 schools adjust to facilating post-pandemic instruction, a focus on student well-being has taken center stage, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach that includes academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support.  Universal screening is a critical tool in this endeavor, offering a systematic way to identify students needing additional help to achieve their full potential. … Read more