Pepi M. Silverman
Dec 12, 2017
Bullying and Resiliency.. The “Band-Aid” That Can Heal The Wound
As we reflect on “childhood”, experiences like playing with friends, getting 100% on a spelling test, and walking across the stage for...
Pepi M. Silverman
Sep 25, 2017
Universal Design for Learning Welcomes "Everyone" Into The Classroom
The modern classroom is an incredibly diverse and dynamic place. Traditional lesson design focuses on creating instructional...
Pepi M. Silverman
Sep 22, 2017
Behavior Is Communication. To Help Kids, Adults Need To Listen
As children develop, they learn how to “live” inside their skin, but that development varies in each child. Through each stage of...
Pepi M. Silverman
Sep 21, 2017
The "Power" Of The Pause
We live in a fast paced, constantly changing society with ever increasing demands on our time. Voicemails, e-mails and text messages...
Pepi M. Silverman
Aug 25, 2017
Encourage Positive Behavior With Attention To Authentic Praise
All children benefit from at least one person in their lives that stands out as their “champion”. As children and families embark on a...
Pepi M. Silverman
Jul 21, 2017
Take The Time To Listen To Your Children’s Concerns About Returning To School
Thinking about a new school year can be an exciting time for kids, new friends, new teachers, and challenging new concepts to learn; yet,...
Pepi M. Silverman
Jun 24, 2017
In Families, Everyone Is "Special"
Having a child with special needs has an impact on the whole family. Sisters and brothers of the child with special needs share in the...
Pepi M. Silverman
Jun 16, 2017
Start With A Plan
As families plan for summer fun and think ahead to the next school year, a common thread of consideration is behavior. Whether at home...
Pepi M. Silverman
Jun 6, 2017
The "Future" Starts Today
All educational experiences build foundational knowledge setting the stage for the future, but when learning is planned, future goals can...
Pepi M. Silverman
May 20, 2017
Goal Setting Can Chart A Path To A Future Filled With Learning
Districts and schools everywhere use goals to guide school performance. In order to be successful, those goals must be specific,...
