In SPED Shoes…

“A woman with good shoes is never ugly.” -Coco Chanel

“Shoes transform you by lifting you up physically and emotionally.” -Christian Louboutin

“Shoes are the quickest way for women to achieve instant metamorphosis.” -Manolo Blahnik

“No matter what I go through in life, I know my God loves me and I have beautiful shoes.” -Valentina Rideaux

Valentina Rideaux 5/1/25 Valentina Rideaux 5/1/25

Repeat. Repeat. Repeat: Why Repetition Isn’t Redundant—It’s Brain-Based

Think you're repeating yourself too much? Good. You should be. Learn why repetition is a brain-based SPED strategy—especially for life skills classrooms. Repetition isn't redundancy—it's how the brain learns. This post breaks down the science and shares practical strategies for SPED teachers working with students who have moderate to severe disabilities.

Valentina Rideaux 10/27/22 Valentina Rideaux 10/27/22

Three Ways to Make Schools More Inclusion-Friendly

This blog talks about inclusion from the prospective of both the teacher and the student. This blog explores the importance of implementing inclusion effectively and its effect of how children will grow up and perceive each other.

Valentina Rideaux 5/28/19 Valentina Rideaux 5/28/19

Special Education Teacher SLAY: What does it Look Like?

Competent special education teachers who SLAY in the classroom are happy and satisfied individuals. They STAY in special education, serving the needs of our students with disabilities who desperately need them.