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This is a Google Sheet that you can visualize standard scores on the normal curve. You will receive access to a spreadsheet with SIX tabs. Two tabs are for a Standard Deviation of 15, another two tabs are for a Standard Deviation of 10, and another two tabs are for T-Scores. Tabs are labeled A. or B. depending on how you want it color-coded (entire row the same color or entire column by the same color). All you need to do is: Enter the student's nameEnter the student's date of birth (the ag

This document describes the components of Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan. This product includes: A visual of the FBA process which includes why students engage in problematic behavior, how to identify the target behavior, information collected as part of the FBA (time, setting, antecedent, behavior, consequence), types of data collected, common antecedents, and common functions. Defining Consequences that Maintain Problem Behavior - A flowchart of how to determine

This is a Google Sheet for conducting behavioral observations of students (time on task). As you observe your target student, you enter in “1” to indicate what behavior the student was engaging in. You need to leave the rest of the cells blank for that moment. You can use whichever observation format you want. Personally, I look at the target student and a peer simultaneously using a 15-second interval. Also, every 15 intervals, I switch target students. I try to use a same-sex peer, if p

This PDF describes the various test scores that are presented to parents. What are they? What do they mean? This has been such a helpful visual to provide parents when discussing what different scores mean. I often get asked, “What do you mean the 50th percentile is Average!?” I am able to quickly provide a visual of the bell curve and give a short description of percentile ranks using average shoe size. It has been so helpful clearing up any confusion! Included are descriptions and visuals

This is a mega bundle of my special education parent handouts! How do I use this? 1. I send components to parents prior to meetings so that they understand the agenda or items that will be discussed. 2. I provide components to parents when we discuss certain topics (i.e., FBA, BIP, Eligibility Categories, etc.). 3. I frequently reference the binder during meetings to provide visuals of what I am discussing. Specifically, I use visuals when describing the various scores that may be discuss

This is a quick guide to help students write thank you cards. There are 6 steps in writing this thank you note. Step 1: Greeting Step 2: Say thanks Step 3: What you enjoyed Step 4: Get personal Step 5: Thank you again Step 6: Signature This comes in two versions: color and grey style. Connect with SchoolPsychologist -Be sure to follow my TpT store by clicking on the red ‘Follow Me’ next to my Seller picture to receive notifications of new products and upcoming sales. -Follow me on Instagra

This product contains access to four different Google Sheets. Each Google Sheets will allow you to input data collected through behavior point sheets, CICO, etc. Depending on how many target behaviors you are assessing (two, three, four, or five), you will have access to force copy a spreadsheet. You can rename the target behaviors and have full access to edit the graphs. As you input data, the following graphs will populate: A graph of the total amount of points earned per weekA graph of t

This is a PDF that helps guide you and parents through 504s. I use these visuals when discussing the differences between a 504 and IEP to parents. 
Included are: 1. A brief table that describes the differences between an IEP and 504. Specifically, basic description of each, key differences, what do both do, what laws apply, eligibility, who creates the plan, what is in each plan, and defining "appropriate education." 2. Questions and Answers are taken from the Department of Education Guida

This is a Google Sheet that can track all of your student’s three-year re-evaluations and annual reviews. To view how this spreadsheet looks and works, watch this video! To view how to update the calendar to match your district school days and state regulations, watch this video! It will automatically calculate students’ age in years and months, automatically calculate 60-days, and automatically color-code each cell. There are instructions attached to the document to help you customize your

This is a Google Sheet that you can visualize standard scores on the normal curve. You will receive access to a spreadsheet with TWO tabs. One tab is for a Standard Deviation of 15, and the other tab is for a Standard Deviation of 10. All you need to do is: Enter the student's nameEnter the student's date of birth (the age will automatically populate!) Enter the subtests that you are reporting out onEnter the standard scores for each subtestAfter purchasing, you will be asked to download a

This is part of my A Guide to Special Education and Related Services. Included in the PDF are two different flowcharts to help explain the special education process to parents. The first flowchart describes the process of an IEP from recognition to intervention, to request for evaluation, to eligibility, to triannual meetings. I use this as a visual when I describe the special education process to parents. Parents have found this to be such a helpful visual to understand the timeline of an

This is a Google Sheet designed to automatically color-code your benchmarking data! This is perfect for AIMSWEB, F & P, MAP, or any other data that is collected. Enter your district's benchmarking goals (10th percentile, 25th percentile, 75th percentile) on the second tab. The sheet is conditionally formatted to change the following colors as you enter in student’s scores: RED - if the student is below the 10th percentile YELLOW- if the student is between the 10th and 25th percentile GREEN -

This document describes the different Autism Considerations that are included within an IEP for a student eligibly under the category of Autism. It is based off of Illinois State Board of Education’s guidance. However, the components are not “state specific” and can be used in other states. These considerations must be completed when a student is found eligible under the category of Autism to ensure that all of the student's needs are met. The pages also provide ISBE guidance on what informa

Just print, laminate, and velcro! How do I use this? As a psychologist and now in two buildings, I am in and out of my office all day. When I leave my office, I can let people know where I am. I also have a whiteboard on my door that I can leave even more specific notes on. This product will allow you to copy a Google Slide. Once you download, there will be a link to the google slides where you can edit your door sign. Please do not request access. You Might Also Like… How to Apologize

Students' behavior often poses challenges to teachers. At times, the behavior of one student disrupts the normal operation of the classroom. Teachers have to address the behavior, which creates a challenge to their ability to provide instruction to the classroom. Attached you will find "quick tips" to respond to challenging behavior. How do I use this as a school psychologist? In the beginning of the school year, I provide a printed copy of these tips to all of my teachers. It is important

I had seen something similar at a workshop that I attended. I could not find it online, so I decided to recreate it and post it as a free product. What is it? Included is a visual on how the five basic/core emotions overlap to make feelings. Basic emotions function as building blocks, with more complex emotions being blends of basic ones. This visual also uses Inside Out's characters to help learn these "abstract" emotions. How do I use it? I use this visual to help my students build th

Included is a template on how to appropriately apologize to others and how to NOT apologize to others. How do I use this? I provide this template when my students are rehearsing how they will apologize to someone or when they are writing an apology letter. It has been a wonderful reference when I teach WHY we need to apologize, what it means to apologize, and how to ask for forgiveness. After I teach the WHYs, my students can easily follow the template in future apologies. You Might Also Li

THIS RESOURCE HAS BEEN TRANSLATED TO SPANISH. ALL COMPONENTS ARE IN SPANISH. This is a mega bundle of my special education parent handouts! How do I use this? 1. I send components to parents prior to meetings so that they understand the agenda or items that will be discussed. 2. I provide components to parents when we discuss certain topics (i.e., FBA, BIP, Eligibility Categories, etc.). 3. I frequently reference the binder during meetings to provide visuals of what I am discussing. Spe

The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a legal document developed by the student, teachers, administrators, parents and other team members. The IEP helps students with disabilities to reach their goals. All students, regardless of age or disability, can be involved in the development of their own IEP. All students need to be a part of their IEP meetings after being provided with direct instruction, accommodations, and opportunities to practice or role play their participation. Students