Don Drysdale
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Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States
About the store
Hi there! I’m a high school Special Education teacher with 22 years of experience supporting students in both resource rooms and co-taught classrooms. Over the years, I’ve taught everything from Support Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2 to Senior Math Review, Language Arts, Economics, and Government. I’ve also spent many years co-teaching Geometry, collaborating closely with general education teachers to help all students succeed.
My passion is helping students believe in themselves — not just in math, but in life. I focus heavily on building confidence, promoting mental health, and creating a classroom culture where every student feels safe, supported, and loved.
Every resource I create is built with real students in mind — differentiated, practical, and designed to support struggling learners while promoting independence. I hope my work helps make your job easier and your students’ lives better.
Thanks for stopping by — and thank you for all you do for your students!
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IEP GOAL BANK BUNDLE (600 GOALS!)
IEP Goal Bank Bundle | 600 Measurable Goals for Special Education TeachersStop spending hours searching for quality IEP goals!The IEP Goal Bank Bundle is a comprehensive resource designed to help special education teachers, case managers, interventionists, school psychologists, and transition coordinators quickly find measurable, standards-based goals for a wide variety of student needs.This resource includes 600 measurable goals organized into ten easy-to-navigate categories, making it simple t
Not Specific
For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
AI Toolkit for Special Education Teachers | 100 Time-Saving AI Prompts
Are you spending too much time writing IEPs, creating accommodations, communicating with families, and planning lessons? This comprehensive AI Toolkit for Special Education Teachers is designed to help you work smarter, not harder.Inside this resource, you'll find 100 ready-to-use AI prompts specifically created for special education professionals. Simply copy and paste the prompts into ChatGPT or your preferred AI platform to generate high-quality drafts, lesson ideas, behavior supports, parent
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For All Subjects
UDL Lesson Plan Template
Here is a UDL lesson plan template that includes a sample Geometry lesson. This is something that is required of me to have for each lesson and this template makes it very easy.
PreK - 12th
Real-Life Algebra Scenarios (That Don’t Suck)
Give your students algebra that actually makes sense (and makes them laugh). This resource includes 10 real-world, high-interest algebra lessons designed for students who struggle with traditional word problems — especially in Support Algebra, Special Education, or intervention settings. From pizza deliveries and TikTok followers to gas mileage, sneaker drops, and YouTube ad revenue, each lesson is scaffolded, standards-aligned, and built to help your students finally get it — and enjo
6th - 12th
Algebra
10 Amazing Pythagorean Theorem Activities
If you have just completed a lesson on the Pythagorean Theorem, it is a great idea to allow your students to apply what they have learned while improving their skills and having fun at the same time. Here are 10 Pythagorean theorem Activities that you can use in your classroom:
8th - 11th
Algebra, Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
8.G.B.6
, 8.G.B.7
, 8.G.B.8
+3
Common Core Checklist - Geometry
Here is a Common Core Checklist for high school Geometry. This is a great quick checklist to help you to keep track of which standards that you have already met and which ones you still have to attend to.
9th - 12th
Geometry, Math
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About the store
Experience
Hi there! I’m a high school Special Education teacher with 22 years of experience supporting students in both resource rooms and co-taught classrooms. Over the years, I’ve taught everything from Support Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2 to Senior Math Review, Language Arts, Economics, and Government. I’ve also spent many years co-teaching Geometry, collaborating closely with general education teachers to help all students succeed.
My passion is helping students believe in themselves — not just in math, but in life. I focus heavily on building confidence, promoting mental health, and creating a classroom culture where every student feels safe, supported, and loved.
Every resource I create is built with real students in mind — differentiated, practical, and designed to support struggling learners while promoting independence. I hope my work helps make your job easier and your students’ lives better.
Thanks for stopping by — and thank you for all you do for your students!
Teaching style
My classroom is built on connection and laughter. I believe that if students feel safe, seen, and valued as people, learning follows naturally. I use humor, empathy, and encouragement to break down barriers and make challenging material more approachable — especially for students who often struggle.
Whether it's math, life skills, or navigating high school itself, my goal is always the same: help students believe they can succeed and actually enjoy the journey along the way.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I’ve been honored to receive both the Make A Difference Award and be named Teacher of the Year, but my proudest moments happen far from the stage or spotlight.
The real wins are when I see that lightbulb go off for a student who’s been struggling — and I get to watch their face light up with pride and confidence. That’s the kind of moment that reminds me why I teach, and it’s what drives every resource I create.
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