Supporting Students’ Mental Health in the Fall and Winter
Authored by Jennifer Kummer, a teacher in Boonton, New Jersey. The changing of seasons can be a difficult time for many people, especially students who already struggle with their mental health. It is important to find ways to support our students during this time. Here are a few ways you can help support your student […]
Eleven Fall and Winter Activities for Children with Special Needs
By Madison Gould, Academic Behavior Support Staff, Holli Waldon, Academic Behavior Support Staff, Elisabeth Furlong, Registered Behavior Technician, and Doreen Cofie, Operations Manager. As the leaves change color and winter approaches, families with children who have special needs may be wondering how to keep their little ones engaged and active during the fall and […]
Ohio Schools Participate in Bullying Prevention Spirit Week
Creating a safe and inclusive environment for students is at the heart of our mission. To further this commitment, New Story Schools and Applied Behavioral Services organized a Bullying Prevention Spirit Week this October, National Bullying Awareness Month, to unite and uplift staff and students across their eight Ohio locations. The spirit week was filled […]
Six Ways to Implement Positive Behavior Interventions
Dr. Jill Blanchard is Senior Vice President of Operations in Ohio where she leads New Story Schools and Applied Behavioral Services. It is commonly accepted that having established routines and expectations makes all the difference in classroom management. But what about those students who continue to cause disruptions and have a difficult time adhering to […]
Preparing Your Student for Post-High School Life
Graduating high school is a huge accomplishment often associated with pride, excitement, and endless possibilities for what the future could hold. For students with disabilities and their families, thoughts of graduating high school can often be accompanied by fear, anxiety, and unknowns. Whether your child is on the path towards supported employment, competitive employment, post-secondary […]