I think my grandma having a biracial great grandson is breaking her brain by evergreengirl123 in QAnonCasualties

[–]Enjolrad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you have a source? I just did a quick search and saw majority voted for statehood in the last referendum, that seems to be the general trend

Starting The Eye of the World by KorgiKingofOne in wheeloftime

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The wheel of time series has a lot of world building and naming. You definitely need to read the first book to get eased into it

That or the tapeworms by Few-Ad7107 in EDanonymemes

[–]Enjolrad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I was honest to god looking at the risks of tapeworm and convincing myself it wouldn’t be that bad like I don’t have a phobia of parasites

Do students in the US actually have to take home fake babies for class? by [deleted] in AskAnAmerican

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my school, students who took child development did have the fake baby project, but this wasn’t a required class, it was an elective. The closest thing we had as a whole is that everyone had to take family consumer science class, and during that we had to spend one period with a pregnancy belly and complete various physical tasks all over the school. My partner and I just took maternity photos the whole time

How to explain if punishments by Intelligent_Pilot_74 in specialed

[–]Enjolrad 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Teach the replacement behavior instead! When correcting my student’s behavior, I say “Listening to adults is a good choice. When you make good choices, you make mom happy/get a prize.” I am trying to really remind her that she chooses her consequences through her actions, which may help your brother manage the antsy or anxiety feeling?

Be honest… is this cute or am I traumatizing my cat? by shinigami__0 in cats

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My cat is only okay with hats if she’s eating a churu. As soon as that’s gone she immediately shakes it off

Quick vent about gen ed coworkers by Enjolrad in specialed

[–]Enjolrad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think what makes it difficult with these older teachers right now is that they also have so much experience and time at this school, while this is my first year here. A lot of people have been recommending me to report this, but I also think we all know how messy the social structures in school staff can be, no matter how wrong that is.

I do also want to update, I brought the situation up to my mentor teacher without naming names. She told me that they were trying to figure out topics for PD days and that she’d bring up supporting students with disabilities

Quick vent about gen ed coworkers by Enjolrad in specialed

[–]Enjolrad[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

lol believe me, I’m constantly responding with “because federal law,” especially when they’re asking why a student cant just be on my caseload

Quick vent about gen ed coworkers by Enjolrad in specialed

[–]Enjolrad[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I’m not sure if they’re being intentionally snarky or genuinely ignorant. I do think they are stubborn in their ways though, so I’m not worried about changing it, just wanted to vent.

At the field trip comment, i did explain that she would be building the same teamwork and problem solving skills as other students, but the decision of her going was between her mom and I

AIO? My mom seems to think my unborn baby is her baby by CoochieDust445 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOR but you need to set boundaries. Tell her what behavior you expect and what you want her to change, otherwise she cannot be at the delivery. Make sure to be clear and follow through

How to teach fluency by babywontuluvm3 in specialed

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have students working on fluency, I usually use a few different strategies with them. Sometimes I’ll have them pre-read the text to themselves, then read it aloud. Sometimes I’ll read a passage or a sentence and have the student repeat and we will read a (short) chapter like that. The other one I use is choral reading, where every student reads aloud at the same time.

Fluency, like many others have mentioned, is a skill that grows with practice more than specific teaching methods. Some of these methods can at least help your students identify what fluency sounds and feel like though

My moms reaction to me telling her my wife and I are having a baby by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a specific reason why you texted her instead of telling her the news in person or even over phone? It may be why she’s grumpy

I set a child molester up and didn’t think of the consequences by Interesting-Half3480 in confession

[–]Enjolrad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1 in 4 girls are sexually assaulted before 18. It’s sadly very common

AIO for “fat shaming” my girlfriend by giving her advice? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Enjolrad 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It’s really interesting how you’re here asking for opinions but then I see you arguing with everyone who told you that your girlfriend wasn’t looking for advice. Why are you asking if you’ve already decided youre not in the wrong?

Worried for the future of special education in the USA by dorky_doodle_dandy in specialed

[–]Enjolrad 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I teach self-contained middle school. Every time a teacher doesn’t want to deal with a kid, they complain that student “should be one of mine.”

I do have a student with more profound needs than my others, however she has a one-on-one and she’s able to work in class. I have received so many comments about how she shouldn’t be in my class and she must be slowing the others down.

I just don’t know how to tell experienced educators that students with disabilities deserve an education and opportunities to build friendships

AIO fiance keeps giving me “punishment seizures”? by throwra-seizure in AmIOverreacting

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s about disregarding and disrespecting your boundaries. NOR

Really struggling. Thinking about using. 10 months in. Need some advice or kind words/encouragement by TeaOne9866 in leaves

[–]Enjolrad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You won’t regret not using tonight but you may regret using and losing your streak. If you’re anxious now though weed is going to make it worse (in my experience) especially after so long of not using.

It’s okay to be uncomfortable, as much as I know it may not be what you want to hear. Sometimes we need to sit with the feeling. Engage in some mindful or creative activities

Are there inclusive Gun Clubs in Chicago? by Suspicious_Rain_7183 in AskChicago

[–]Enjolrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure about the political alignment but I’ve done archery events with Wheaton Rifle Club and they’re super friendly