They aren’t giving you a hard time. They’re having a hard time.

Christie Sloan

Published on: 28/02/2026

Teachers often encounter students who appear "difficult." They might be disruptive, emotional, uncooperative, or withdrawn, and it's easy to see them as a challenge to be managed. But what if we're missing something deeper? What if they aren't the problem, but rather the symptom of something else entirely?

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What is a 504 Plan vs. an IEP?

Christie Sloan

Published on: 12/07/2025

This post goes into a bit more detail about the differences between 504 Plans and IEPs but in a way that is not full of a lot of jargon and school terminology.

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From Meltdowns to Meetings

Christie Sloan

Published on: 10/07/2025

This post gives a thumbnail view of how to get from meltdowns to meetings with a few tips - - most importantly, trusting your gut.

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