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Setting High Expectations and a Strong Work Ethic

09/07/10
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Setting high expectations and a strong work ethic is really important for the success of our students with special educational needs. Ann Marie understood the importance of keeping the standard highs. Ann Marie has 3 children with special needs.  Two children have dyslexia and one was born with Spina Bifida.  “My late husband and I […]

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High Expectations: Raising the Bar for Children with Disabilities?

04/27/10
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At the annual convention of the Council for Exceptional Children last week, Education Secretary Arne Duncan called on special educators to take responsibility for the success of their students. Duncan said that all children should leave school ready for college and/or career. “High expectations must be the norm, not the exception.” What do you think? […]

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