Just wanted to tell everyone Happy Halloween! Stay safe and have fun!

Anyone want to talk about the article???

I have to admit, I really, really liked this article. It made me think about things that I haven't thought about in years. I mean, when was the last time you sat and thought about the kid that everyone picked on in elementary school for acting different. Or, how about those "goth" kids in high school that wouldn't talk to anyone. We thought that they were just being weird to freak everyone out. What if that wasn't the case at all. What if they didn't know what to say and when to say it. It never occured to anyone at the time that maybe they wanted to be involved with the rest of the class but didn't know how. Gosh, it makes me pretty sad to think that I was so judgmental in high school, but then again everyone was. I also thought about that scary kid in my BIO class that blurts out weird things. He is not stupid by any means. In fact, he is pretty friggin' smart. So why does he say off-the-wall things that don't make sense. While I was reading, these are some of the things that I started to think about. How isolated some of these people must feel from the rest of their community. No wonder they dress gothic, become suicidal, and go on killing sprees. How else are they going to communicate so much anger and frustration if not verbally. I don't know about the rest of you, but I am on a crusade. Too many kids are acting out violently and turning our American classrooms into a war zone. Something has got to be done. I am not saying that this is always the case with every student that lashes out in this way, but I do think that communication is an issue.

I saw the post about the Special Olympics and instantly was curious as to if there are any things concerning the deaf community for me to participate in here in Richmond. I know about some things since I am in the Deaf Ed. program but I was wondering if there was anything local for me to get plugged into and build up my sign language skills. If anyone has any information please let me know. I would greatly appreciate it. :D 

Also, I am in need of some help with my Observation project. Since we are not aloud to conduct it at Model I am in a bind. I am not from around here and do not know of any other schools or special education teachers for me to observe. If I could get some help on this as well that would be great.

Thanks a ton :D  

I missed class last week over chapter 11 could anyone fill me in on what I missed?

Please pray for my mother and family

On Friday I had to call an ambulance to come get my mom. When I got to the hospital I had to decide whether or not to put her on a ventilator. She is still on it, but hopefully getting winged off. So please pray for her and my family.
Thank you

Special Olympics

I was always wondering how to get involved in the special Olympics. does anyone know how to go about doing this? I see it as a great chance to be involved and would really like to be a part of it in some shape or form. So if anyone has any information please let me know?

Bonus Points Available

I have sent an email to the class offering 12 bonus points. If you have not read your email to learn HOW this will work, I'd encourage you to do so now! It's a ONE TIME offer - not available throughout the semester.

More SCEC info

I noticed a lot of you were interested about SCEC in my previous post. The organization's information was placed on my Blackboard this week, and I wanted to share with you what they have posted. I have copied and pasted the information below. Hopefully this will answer some of your questions!

Watch for updates on our site! Our next chapter meeting will be posted soon!

What is SCEC?
SCEC stands for the Student Council for Exceptional Children. The chapter here at Eastern is chapter #723. We are simply a student organization meant to carry out the goals and mission statement of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). CEC's mission is "to improve educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities." We, the student chapter of CEC, believe in that statment and hope that through our meetings, activities, and service projects we can improve outcomes and experiences of those with exceptionalities. Through direct interaction and by preparing future professionals with the skills and attitudes necessary, we can help these amazing idividuals grow and succeed!

On my blackboard, there was also a membership form and constitution by laws that I tried to attach to this blog, but I don't know how! If anyone knows how to upload an attachment on here, please let me know. If not, look for the SCEC website through the EKU web page. I haven't checked, but maybe they have a membership form on there if you would like to join.

Class on 22nd

I'm not able to make it to class this week due to an illness. If you all don't mind I would greatly appreciate some classmates letting me know what was talked about in class. Thank you.

Shooting at Western College

I was at the bank earlier and over heard a mother terribly upset because her son goes to Western college. She said they are in under a lock down because of a shooter. Students recieved a text message in to regards of the shooter and another one was sent saying shots have been fired. My prayers go out to those at Western.

Wednesday - November 5th Class Time

As each of you are aware there are NO CLASSES on Monday, November 3rd due to Fall Break. This means the Monday night class wil miss an additional week of class.

You will notice on the course schedule there is currently no Wednesday night CLASS scheduled for Wednesday, November 5th. This is an attempt to keep the classes on basically the same schedule.

HOWEVER. . . I do plan on being at EKU in room 346 on Wednesday night, November 5th. I will be available to work with individuals one-on-one or in small groups to go over your Language Project work, material for the upcoming test, review your Observation or discuss any concepts you're having difficulty with in the course. This is purely OPTIONAL however, I will be in the room that night regardles.

If you wish to meet with me that night feel free to "drop in," email or post a comment here and schedule a specific time during that 6:00 - 9:00 block to chat. You will not be coming for the entire time - it will be only the time needed.

I would encourage those of you who want to get input on the analysis of your Language Project to sign up for a time and bring your transcription with you. We'll work on a part of it together ensuring you understand how to complete it.

Video Clips

I've added a couple of the video clips we watched in class to the side. I've also added a new one - Diagraph Rap! Where do you see this connecting to our study of children with LD or EBD?

Observation time

I have a question about our observation time in the school system. Can we observe a math recovery teacher. I have recently talked with a teacher who does math recovery at Mayfield, and within our conversation I learned that she video tapes/tape records her students. This allows her to go back and observe how the student responded to questions, and to find any clues that they might not truly understand the concepts. She has noted that see can really see what is going on in the video verses while she is teaching. Such as finger counting under the table or counting ceiling tiles.

Reading Response

I have sent email to everyone regarding the article and reading response assignment. There is additional information on Blackboard in the Assignments tab. I encourage you to look at this EARLY before the due date.

The response is now due on Friday, October 31st. This is DIFFERENT than what was discussed in class last night.

Feel free to post questions here on the blog or discuss with one another ways you are approaching or completing the assignment.

Daily Dozen

As we near the middle of the semester with many assignments, projects and tests on the horizon. . . I encourage you to consider these dozen tips for each day...

• Take one day at a time.
• Pray
• Eat right.
• Pace yourself. Spread out big changes and difficult projects over time; don't lump the hard things all together.
• Talk less; listen more.
• Separate worries from concerns . If a situation is a concern, find out what God would have you do and let go of the anxiety . If you can't do anything about a situation, forget it.
• Find time to be alone, jot down thoughts and inspirations.
• Spend time with someone you love
• Laugh, find at least a few minutes to relax and have fun.
• Develop a forgiving attitude (most people are doing the best they can).
• Go to bed on time and get up on time so you can start the day unrushed.
• Every night before bed, think of one thing you're grateful for that you've never been grateful for before.

ASL Monster Bash

I thought that I would write to see if anyone was going to be attending the ASL Monster Bash in Wallace this year. It seems like fun and a great place to learn a little more about communication and how everyone on campus can be interactive on campus. I had heard about in lab last week and then got an e-mail about it.

Second Test

Has anyone had any problems so far on this second test? I have not started it yet, I am going to do it tomorrow while I am at school, so if anyone has any tips or if any questions are more imposing than others please feel free to blog anything you feel necessary about this exam.

Virgil's Home!

Thank you to each of you who took the time to pray for my husband and me. The CAT scan showed no blockage. The abdominal pain and other issues he was having were the result of medication. Once they removed the tube from his stomach, changed the medicine and started feeding him again through his mouth rather than the IV he was able to keep food down and everything started working well. Although we spent our anniversary at the hospital yesterday he was released and able to come home today. Now to see if we can get him to and regain some weight!! Here's a picture from our summer fishing trip in Wisconsin. I'm praying for a repeat trip in July of 09!!

Class 10.8.2008

I just wanted to say that I thought the lesson plan for class yetsreday was amazing. I was excited to see how the ideas we were understanding all fit together in the end. I know from experience that classes sometimes seem as though they have no point. And after last night I can see now how our professors can link information from one point to another. Thank you Mrs. White and class for a fun night.

Small Problem

Hello all,

I have a slight problem that i am sure some of you share. I cannot find a child to do my project with.
I live on campus with no car but will pay for gas to travel if anyone knows of a family in your area that has a child they wouldnt mind me working with that would be great... i have lots of experiance with children and would be willing to meet them bf actually doing the project if that would easy any anxiety... i would even compensate by babysitting for them.
i am pretty easy going but really need to try and finish this project soon due to the fact i am having surgery soon that will limit my ability to get around and be active...
if you have any ideas please let me know or if you just want to brain storm please let me know!
-Lindsay

I really enjoyed class tonight. I love how Mrs. White is so willing to help us whenever possible. I have never met a college teacher willing to go the extra mile.