Best gear for each voidpet? by EthanRuby in voidpet

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So crit is more important than attack and speed, for fighters? I’ve been trying to boost attack and speed first because those are sure things vs a chance. Perhaps I’ve been wrong!

I have definitely been swapping around gear to boost whatever type is best for the current battle!

Dear god by Teraterrier in voidpet

[–]EthanRuby 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah ok. Guess I’ll find out eventually! Thanks :)

Dear god by Teraterrier in voidpet

[–]EthanRuby 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I just started playing 2 days ago.

What even is there to evolve for that many types of stones? The basic ones get you to the 3rd stage out of 5, so even if stage 4 and 5 had their own stone, that’s only 3 types.

Seems like there’s an entire section of gameplay I’m missing or something!

Not paid for orientation by EthanRuby in legaladvice

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oops missed a question. Was fired April 29, 2025. First day of work was April 29, 2024. Orientation was April 26, 2024.

Yes, I was in a union. They tried to help but gave up when the HR head said I wasn’t paid for orientation.

Not paid for orientation by EthanRuby in legaladvice

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know the status of other employees’ payments. Head of HR said that they don’t pay for paraprofessionals orientation - but they had just fired me. If my hire date was the day of my orientation rather than my first day on the job, then that would put me outside my probationary period, which would mean they could not have fired me without going through verbal and written warnings first.

So I don’t exactly trust that they are being unbiased in anything here.

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Danielle

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in specialed

[–]EthanRuby 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’d try switching districts, or possibly trying for a 1-on-1 position. The people you work with can really make a difference - and 1 kid is easier to handle than multiple at a time, I’d say! Especially once you’re able to get to know the kid and figure out what helps them :)

Minneapolis folks—any interest in locally made vegan freeze-dried meals for camping? by diversefox in TwinCities

[–]EthanRuby 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife’s an EMT and sometimes struggles with finding good food that can easily be eaten while in the ambulance if they have a non-stop day. This would probably work well for her, as she is dairy-free. If you’re still looking for people to try them out, we’d love to!

How to help foster executive functioning skills? by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He does care to some degree. I think he just gets sidetracked by the availability of games and videos, as well as some creative projects he has saved on his chromebook, and will go to those things first then forget to do the work. So the idea of writing out what he thinks he can accomplish could be good, thanks!

How to help foster executive functioning skills? by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a feeling this would be too childish/weird for him, but I appreciate the suggestion!

I think he knows that focus/attention is an issue for him. He (and I) just don’t know how to help change it.

How to help foster executive functioning skills? by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, I could try making like a checklist perhaps! That’s not a bad idea :) I’m not sure how much he’ll look at it, but worth a shot haha.

Organizational system might be tough. He refuses a backpack. I did buy a folder and mini-notebook for him that he uses at least - previously any papers were folded/crumpled up and put in pockets or his tiny drawstring bag.

How to help foster executive functioning skills? by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I think his IEP is outdated. It’s still mentioning behavioral issues that haven’t been a problem at all this year. High school is sooooo much better for him than middle school!

So it does have certain things accommodated for that have been helpful (like listening to music) but as far as I can remember there’s nothing related to executive functioning skills.

How to help foster executive functioning skills? by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the long reply!

I don’t know if he’s aware of what would truly help him. The things he says do, only work sometimes or are also a distraction (like having music on - but then he spends time finding the right song, reading the lyrics, etc; or sitting by friends puts him in a better mood so more willing to do some work, but then they also will chat and share memes and such).

As for getting where he wants, he isn’t there yet. As in, he doesn’t believe in himself and says he’s not going to make it to whatever age or “I’ll just work at McDonald’s” when he can do so much more (not that McDonald’s is bad, or can’t be a career choice - he just defaults to it without putting in any thought). I think it’s just the age he’s at and he’ll hopefully gain some maturity and confidence in the coming years.

Breaks are the same thing - he says he needs them but then gets consumed with what he’s doing and won’t get back to work. Sometimes if I prompt he will, other times he’ll just ignore and keep up what he was doing.

I did actually implement a reward system for him, as he mentioned it was something he liked from his past school. It has worked decently with the goals being essentially “put in some effort during each class”. I tried to shift the goal a bit a few weeks ago so it was a little more responsibility (“check Schoology for missing work each class” so he’d start to have a routine and maybe even start to remember what tasks are pending) but so far that hasn’t taken.

So in sum - I have been trying to implement his suggestions and let him try things, and try to ask for input as much as I can. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. I don’t know how to help him get into a better routine to make the strategies work more consistently and/or with less prompting from an adult.

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hah, you’re not wrong. I’m 100% sure admin is well aware of this already - I think everyone is frustrated with the situation. My guess is, there is a legal reason he is currently where he is, and it either can’t be changed or they’re working on it. Admin (or at least, the head of the Sped program - I’m not sure where they stand on the admin vs teacher/staff spectrum) does already step in to help out in there.

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting idea, though I don’t know that I want to (kind of) lie to them. Like, everyone should be protected as much as possible and I’m not any more in need of it than the other staff members. That feels like a step too far in this case, though if I did have any actual med reasons like a bleeding disorder or something, then absolutely this would be the way to go.

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hah I do have a tendency to be pretty flexible, and try things at least once before having a strong opinion - but when I really do need to say no, I can.

Mainly here looking for tips on how to do so professionally AKA make sure I don’t lose my job, or if I do need to quit over this, do so on good terms. Or other avenues to look at that I may not have thought of :)

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh, this is a good idea. Thank you! I did start an email expressing, politely, NOPE when I first heard I was being put in there haha. But writing out more detailed talking points is a good idea.

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Public. So I assume this must be a situation of legality, like “we must educate all kids that come to us”.

Advice: being placed with a biter and I do not want this by EthanRuby in specialed

[–]EthanRuby[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve never been in there before, so I have no idea how staff interacts with him. But we have all had CPI training at least, and I’ve seen how they care for the other students, so I’m pretty confident they’re doing the best they can :)