Podcasts about ESY

Extended School Year (ESY) services can raise nuanced questions for IEP teams and special education professionals. On this episode of the Lozano Smith Podcast, host Aly R. Bivins talks with Roxana E. Khan and Erin Frazor about how ESY differs from summer school, the legal requirements under the IDEA, and how to make sound, individualized decisions. They round out the conversation by highlighting common pitfalls and offering practical tips to ensure compliance, including the importance of clear documentation. Show Notes & References 2:10 – ESY (Extended School Year services) vs. Summer School 2:52  – FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) and ESY 3:40 – Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District Re-1, 137 S. Ct. 988 (Client News Brief 12 - March 2017) 5:54 – Common ESY issues and questions 8:18 – How to determine eligibility for ESY 8:45 – Regression/Recoupment Analysis applied in California 10:14 – Three other standards determined by the courts 14:08 – What to provide during ESY 21:21 – When to make ESY determination 25:10 – Determining ESY eligibility for incoming students with less available information 28:01 – Litigation regarding ESY 34:17 – Does ESY only apply during the summer? 37:14 – Does the IDEA speak to Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in relation to ESY? 38:45 – M.C. by & through S.B. v. Los Angeles Unified School District (C.D. Cal., Aug. 9, 2023) Case No. 2:20-CV-09127-CBM-E, 2023 WL 11066079 40:07 – Continuum of ESY placement options   For more information on the topics discussed in this podcast, please visit our website at: www.lozanosmith.com/podcast.

Decoding the ABCs of Acronym Overload - A Pep Talk by YOUR Principal"Good morning, team! Today's priorities: align PPG with MTSS strategies, focusing on PBIS to reduce ODRs. Address RTI needs for students with ADD, ADHD, or OHI in IEPs and 504s. Boost ELA, MAPE, and SEL through targeted SLOs. Support ELL students via SSI and ensure compliance with FAPE and ESSA. Plan interventions during PLC to discuss SPED and ESY. Tonight: report PBIS, IEP, and SEL gains to the BOE. In fact, I'm going to take them directly to the BOE for you.  Let's make this count people!" We've got this together."  Holy crap! It's like the DaVinci code. We need to have some kind of code breaker.Do you have a story to share? Do you just want to talk? Send us a text! #holidayParties #StaffParties #TheyDontPayMeEnoughForThis, #IGiveUp, #HandsToYourself, #WhyDoIBotherDressingUp, #WhatItsAllAbout, #LessonPlan, #BathroomBreak, #DanielsonModel, #TryingToBeNice, #StopTheWorldIWantToGetOff, #WeDidntKnow, #WeDidntKnowWhatWeDidntKnow, #StressedTeacher, #funny,#NiceTry #StillFail #elementaryHumor, #DoAsISayNotAsIDo , #AForEffort, #IsItSummerYet, #ImHip #CoolTeacher, #WhyIsThisSticky, #ClassPets Please contact us with comments or questions at podcastwedidntknow@gmail.com. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SueandLisaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wedidntknowpodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgpsWcy93XJpleqVCML4IBQThanks for listening! -Sue and Lisa #teacherlife #teachersofinstagram #teacher #iteach #teachers #iteachtoo #funnyteacherstories #education #teaching #school #teach #teacherstyle #classroom #teacherretirement #teachertribe #learning #teacherproblems #students #elementaryteacher #primaryteacher #cryingteachers #elementary #thirdgrade #fourthgrade #fifthgrade #cryinginmycar #teacherfunny #ageism #proudtoteach #teachermamas #recessduty

Listen in as the girls debate key concepts of Extended School Year from how the determination of eligibility gets made, to the goals and mission of ESY services, all the way to the nuts and bolts of what kinds of programs for how many days and hours. We're referencing the MADESE ESY Q and A in its most recent form and don't all agree on everything it says or what it all means. BUCKLE UP for a spirited deep dive into ESY!MADESE Q & APlease tell us how you found us by completing this surveyEmail us at ASTALPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @astalpodcast

Paulina Rojas es una cantante de música católica. Nacida en Chile pero residiendo en Colombia desde hace varios años.Sus canciones reflejan perfectamente su personalidad. Llenas de fuerza espiritual pero presentadas con un gran cariño y mucha profundidad en cada palabra que dicen.Así es Paulina y en esta entrevista podrás notar la riqueza que ella ofrece con cada frase que te comparte.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Escucha este Podcast de Música Católica en Spotify, Apple Podcast o cualquier plataforma que te guste y ayúdanos a estar entre los Mejores podcasts católicos que los jóvenes y adultos puedan escuchar.No olvides seguirnos en nuestras redes sociales si quieres conocer música católica nueva:https://www.instagram.com/_tproyecto/https://www.tiktok.com/@tproyectoelpodcast?_t=8m15ZdpLlQL&_r=1https://www.facebook.com/tproyecto----------------------------------------------------------Puedes seguir a Paulina Rojas aquí

Worried about your child with special needs losing progress over summer break? Don't be! We're tackling the summer slide head-on in this episode.

When we are considering Extended School Year (ESY) services for our students, collecting and reviewing data is crucial. There are many state and federal regulations about who qualifies for ESY, and data is a key component in determining who needs this additional support and if it's beneficial for the students receiving the services.Whether you have already determined which students are eligible for ESY and are looking to understand data collection procedures throughout ESY or are still in the process of determining eligibility, ensuring that data is collected properly and that the data moves with the student will help in decision-making moving forward. To help you better understand what goes into data collection procedures for ESY, I am breaking down what ESY is, the importance of consistent data collection, and what tools are helpful for data collection.01:41 - What Extended School Year (ESY) is03:17 - The importance of taking data throughout the school year05:25 - How to take weekly data during ESY07:46 - Why it is necessary to pass along data from ESY to the student's teacherShow Notes: http://autismclassroomresources.com/episode218Resources:IEP Goals & Objectives Tracking - Data Collection Sheets for Special EdFREE Special Education Training Series: Data - Taking Sample DataFREE Setting Up Systems of Data WebinarJoin the Autism Classroom Resources Free Resource LibraryGet more information about the Special Educator AcademyJoin the Free Facebook Group Ifyou'ree enjoying this podcast, could you please take a quick moment to leave your review on Apple Podcasts? It would mean the world to me and will help spread the word to other special educators. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This episode delves into the challenges and strategies associated with school transitions, highlighting the critical role of behavior analysts in facilitating these processes. The discussion covers practical approaches to supporting students during transitions, including the planning and implementation of Extended School Year (ESY) services, to ensure continuity and effectiveness of educational programs.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References and Resources:  Gerhardt, P. F., Bahry, S., Driscoll, N. M., Cauchi, J., Mason, B. K., & Deshpande, M. (2023). Adulthood begins in preschool: Meaningful curriculum in support of increased independence for individuals with autism. International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, 15(3), 213-223. Retrieved from https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1391363 Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities and other works by James Partington can be found here: https://partingtonbehavioranalysts.com/products/teaching-language-to-children-with-autism-or-other-developmental-disabilities  To learn more about CR Lifted: https://centralreach.com/blog/centralreach-special-education-data-collection-rebrand/   

Las Gredas en Bolnuevo, en Mazarrón, o la Torre de Santa Elena en La Azohía, término de Cartagena, han sido dos emplazamientos mencionados por Fructuoso Navarro a preguntas de nuestros oyentes sobre paisajes hermosos para fotografiar en la Región. Lo mismo este tipo de recomendaciones se convierte en costumbre en esta sección de Plaza Pública.Nos acercamos a las 400 fotografías remitidas por nuestros oyentes, y hoy ilustramos este podcast precisamente con una de ellas a la que ha aludido Fructu durante el programa. Para esta semana, el reto planteado es utilizar un espejo para reflejar la luz e iluminar así el sujeto de nuestra fotografía. Esperamos sus imágenes, como siempre, en plazapublica@rtrm.esY en cuanto a las APP's, Fructu nos recomienda esta semana Meitu, una aplicación de edición imágenes para personalizarlas; e Hypocam, otro programa que podemos instalar en nuestro móvil con propósitos fotográficos más generalistas. Además de estos contenidos, Fructu no se olvida de recomendarnos, una semana más, cursos y exposiciones diversos.

INTRODUCCIÓNHoy damos continuidad a la serie del ESY el tema de hoy lo he tituladoAVIVAMIENTO EN PENTECOSTÉSSi hablamos de avivamiento, hablamos de ConversionesSi hablamos de Avivamiento hablamos del Espíritu Santo, Si Sihablamos de Avivamiento en PENTECOSTÉS, debemos entenderqué es PENTECOSTÉS por defecto.¿Qué fue PENTECOSTÉS?● No fue el principio de una denominación Pentecostal definales del siglo 19 (revival)● PENTECOSTÉS en nuestro contexto cristiano evangélico esbien conocido o está bien relacionado con el descenso delEspíritu Santo sobre los que estaban en el aposento alto● PENTECOSTÉS marca un inicio formal de la Iglesia Cristianacomo comunidad● PENTECOSTÉS Era una de las tres celebraciones judíasmás importantes (Pascua, Pentecostés y Tabernáculos)● Se le nombró así porque tuvo que ver con los 50 díasdespués de la Pascua (última Cena de Jesús y los apóstoles)Era un fiesta y está a veces era llamada"día de las primicias de la siega" (Éxodo 34:22; Números28:26)"la fiesta de la siega" (Éxodo 23:16)"fiesta de las semanas" (Éxodo 34:22). (7 semanas)● Esta festividad conmemora la entrega de las tablas de la leypor parte de Dios a Moisés, en el Monte Sinaí.Support the show

Permíteme un juego:abrirás brevemente los ojosy, si te atreves, mírame y yo haré lo mismo. ¿Podías imaginar cuánto anhelo conteníade mirarte, de respirarte?No se trata de una sutil complacencia,ni un deseo menor,tampoco diría que una necesidad.Quería cumplirme un acto de amory te agradezco. Así que respiremos en calma, con aliento propioy establezcamos lo que existe:un inquebrantable vínculo de amor incondicional. Observa entonces tu respiro, profundízaloy no permitas que nada te inquiete,ni el más mínimo pensamiento,serénalos uno a uno,en la medida en que aparezcan,séllalos con lo que tu amor es.Porque estar así, es un inmenso acto de amory lo que más lo refuerza, es este confiar,en lo que soy, en lo que eres, en lo que somos. ¿Qué somos?¿Qué somos?¿Qué somos? Si me preguntas qué o quién eres para mí,te diría: todo.Y no te miento, es así.Si te pregunto qué o quién soy para ti,te sugiero que me consideres nada, nadie.Y estaríamos a mano,sería lo perfecto, sería lo que es. Te quisiera contar cómo es que este mismo respiroha sido, es y será siempre el mismo,un único respiro, inmenso, sostenidoy profundamente consciente, tanto,que produjo el encuentro que Es. Si supieras lo que ha significado cada encuentro,que hayamos elegido, además, un espacio así,que en algún instante se haya producido lo que Esy que hubiésemos sabido todo eso que era,que éramos, que somos y que seremos.Y que haya sido el producto de este respiro,de esta vida, de este tiempo, de este espacio. Respira lo que puedas y tanto más, lo que quierasy celebra eso, esta posibilidad,esta oportunidad, este encuentro. Te puedo decir más: lo esperaba.Armamos esta vida para eso y respiro por eso.Te conmino a no resentir, a no juzgar,a ni siquiera reclamar,por todo lo que nos ha ocurrido.Nos jugamos toda esta aventurapretendiendo tanto,arriesgando tanto, queriendo tanto. Y sucedieron cosas,surgieron eventos, establecimos pautas,comprometimos recursos, descuidamos causas.Pero, lo más, establecimos un propósito,firme y en conjunto y, eso nos sostiene.Nos sostiene tanto el respiro,este que logramos, sereno, consciente, estable. Atiende este logro, valóralo, conmuévete,preserva, agradécete. Nuestro encuentro,nuestro vital encuentro, nuestro único encuentro,nuestro hermoso encuentro.Respíralo, no habrá otro.Y, por lo que sé,no tengo más que aceptar,que ha sido lo más grandeque esta vida me ha dado. Respira porque hoy piense,acaso lo único, que te amo.Y que quise volver para obtener aún más fuerza,más fuerza, más fuerza,de esa que sabemos crear. Ya sabemos lo que es estar presente,lo que es sentir presencia,lo que es crear presencia,lo que es tu presencia.Y te repito, es todo. Jamás abandones la presencia que eres.Nútrete siempre de la fuerza que eres.Confía más en todo lo que eres.Consiente siempre ser. Respira a profundidad, atendiendo el momento, hazte consciente de este momento, regístralo.Respira profundo, agradécete. Om Namaha Shivaya

¿Utilizas las discovery call en tu estrategia comercial? ¿Sabes qué son y cómo funcionan? Aunque es un término horrible en inglés, puede ser rabiosamente rentable para ti.En el episodio vas a descubrir cosas como:✅ Qué es una discovery call y cuál es su objetivo dentro de un proceso de ventas.✅ Cómo puedes aplicar esta estrategia y cómo lo hago yo en mi negocio.✅ Por qué NO se vende en una discovery call y que es lo que SI tienes que hacerLa agencia de marketing digital Misito es el patrocinador de este episodio.Puedes conocer más de su trabajo aquí:https://www.misito.esY cómo siempre recordarte que mando una idea para vender más cada día a los suscriptores de mi newsletter diaria.Si no estás dentro, estás fuera.Si te interesa suscribirte, puedes hacerlo en:https://www.jorgecoronado.com

¿Te atreves a ser diferente en redes sociales o haces lo mismo que los demás? ¿Aburres a las piedras o eres capaz de llamar la atención y conseguir que potenciales clientes se fijen en tí.Hoy mi invitada en el podcast es Paula Garrofé. Creativa hiperactiva, diseñadora gráfica y gestora de redes sociales, si quieres creatividad y humor en tu marca, es tu chica. Su especialidad es crear contenido para redes sociales, desde infografías, vídeos o creatividades para tu marca personal. Paula tiene clientes que me asustan hasta a mi.En el episodio vas a descubrir cosas como:✅ Por qué saber cuando se consumen los contenidos es importante a la hora de planificar tu estrategia (más que la mejor hora para publicar y todas esas tonterias)✅ Los principales errores que se cometen a la hora de plantear estrategias de redes y cómo puedes evitarlos.✅ El motivo por el que a veces es mejor no hacer mucho caso a los clientes y saber educarlos. Los contenidos no son para ellos, son para sus clientes.✅ Un par de buenos trucos que puedes utilizar desde hoy para ponerte las pilas en redes.La agencia de marketing digital Misito es el patrocinador de este episodio.Puedes conocer más de su trabajo aquí:https://www.misito.esY cómo siempre recordarte que mando una idea para vender más cada día a los suscriptores de mi newsletter diaria.Si no estás dentro, estás fuera.Si te interesa suscribirte, puedes hacerlo en:https://www.jorgecoronado.com

End the constant tug-of-war in IEP meetings. It's time to find compromise on inflexible goals, assistive technology needs, and ESY qualifications. Listen and learn strategies for what to consider when you are stuck in the "I want" vs. "they want" battles.  Read the full blog post and get definitions of Assistive Technology and ESY qualifications: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/blog/iep-tug-of-war-3-unnecessary-special-education-battles-between-schools-and-parents Links Mentioned In This Episode: Earn Your IEP Leadership Certificate Program https://www.masteriepcoach.com/course Start Your Own IEP Coaching Practice https://www.masteriepcoach.com/mentorship Download Your Time Saving IEP Guide  https://www.masteriepcoach.com/masterclass YouTube Music License: EXYX2OR8CSZAKEAQ    

¿Eres un vendedor de sofá? ¿Estás tan metido en las ventas a través de internet que te has olvidado de tener un contacto directo con los clientes? En este episodio hablaré un poco de este síndrome al que he bautizado así en una publicación de Linkedin que se ha vuelto viral. En el episodio vas a descubrir cosas como:✅ Por qué la «venta de sofá» es un error que cometen incluso las grandes marcas sin darse cuenta✅ Cómo las empresas que si saben hacerlo (como Apple) evitan este síndrome y contactan con el cliente de manera directa.✅ Las diferentes maneras de conectar con el cliente de forma directa (no siempre ir puerta a puerta o llamar sin ton ni son es la mejor fórmula para ello)✅ Una fórmula que usan mal en Linkedin los appointemen setters y cómo puedes hacerlo tú bien para conseguir clientes con una discovery call.La agencia de marketing digital Misito es el patrocinador de este episodio.Puedes conocer más de su trabajo aquí:https://www.misito.esY cómo siempre recordarte que mando una idea para vender más cada día a los suscriptores de mi newsletter diaria.Si no estás dentro, estás fuera.Si te interesa suscribirte, puedes hacerlo en:https://www.jorgecoronado.com

¿Crees que nunca venderás si no bajas los precios? En este episodio te voy a contar la verdad sobre cómo afecta el precio al proceso de ventas y voy a derribar muchos mitos al respecto.Entre otras cosas veras:✅ Qué supone el precio y porque puede ser un arma de doble filo si no sabes utilizarlo bien.✅ La importante diferencia entre bajar los precios y ajustar los precios y cómo se aplica sin liarla mucho en entorno B2B✅ Mi experiecia con una empresa de uniformes de precio alto y cómo prospectaba para descartar de forma rápida a aquellos clientes que no interesaban.✅ El motivo por el que odio el tema del Black Friday y por qué creo que es un error aplicarlo en determonados sectores.La agencia de marketing digital Misito es el patrocinador de este episodio.Puedes conocer más de su trabajo aquí:https://www.misito.esY cómo siempre recordarte que mando una idea para vender más cada día a los suscriptores de mi newsletter diaria.Si no estás dentro, estás fuera.Si te interesa suscribirte, puedes hacerlo en:https://www.jorgecoronado.com

Key insights on special education I wish more people understood: Honest conversations are required for effective IEPs. ESY not just for regression; know the criteria. No surprises at IEP meetings. Inclusion is an experience, not a place. Special ed is a service, not a place. Let's reshape conversations to build meaningful IEPs and inclusive schools.  Share to spread the change in Special Education! Links Mentioned In This Episode: Earn Your IEP Leadership Certificate Program https://www.masteriepcoach.com/course   Start Your Own IEP Coaching Practice https://www.masteriepcoach.com/mentorship   Download Your Time Saving IEP Guide  https://www.masteriepcoach.com/masterclass   P.S. I'm not a lawyer, but I love telling you where to look for facts in the law. Both teachers and parents need to feel firm in the WHY behind decisions like ESY!  Here's a screenshot about ESY from my favorite website that shares about all things IEPs from a legal perspective... you can read the full article here. https://www.wrightslaw.com/info/esy.standards.barlev.htm       YouTube Music License: UAMVIZN3XWXTREIE

¿Harto de buscar buenos clientes sin éxito? En este primer episodio de la segunda temporada del podcast te quiero desvelar algunos de los secretos de la venta directa y cómo puede ayudarte en tu negocio.Entre otras cosas veras:✅ Cómo salir a vende cambiará tu visión del mercado y lo que supondrá para tu negocio.✅ El secreto de los vendedores de 3M que permitió que los post-it se convirtieran en un autentico éxito con el que se han facturado millones de euros.✅ Mi experiecia con una empresa de Saas y cómo la venta directa les hizo ver en qué se estaban equivocando.✅ Cómo plantearte la venta directa y qué beneficios tiene para ti aunque no vendas absolutamente nada.En este episodio tengo también novedades.La Agencia Misito es ahora nuestro primer patrocinador. Estoy muy agradecido por su confianza.Puedes conocer más de su trabajo aquí:https://www.misito.esY cómo siempre recordarte que mando una idea para vender más cada día a los suscriptores de mi newsletter diaria.Si no estás dentro, estás fuera.Si te interesa suscribirte, puedes hacerlo en:https://www.jorgecoronado.com

It's Ridgefield Tiger Talks' season finale! On today's show, we welcome our two Assistant Superintendents, Cory Gillette Curriculum and Instruction and Dr. Elizabeth Hannaway Special Services. As we close out the school year, we talk about all the exciting things that are happening at RPS during the summer time. We discuss the Bridge program, ESY, building updates, and a few things we are looking forward to for the beginning of next school year. Thanks for listening and we wish everyone a fun and safe summer break and we will see you next fall. 

Listen in as Robin, Angela and Abby discuss and debate the realities of budgets, last minute spring evaluation requests, ESY and how they think about extended time on the SAT's!Click HERE for  the Massachusetts Q and A on Extended School Year (ESY) considerations.Please tell us how you found us by completing this surveyEmail us at ASTALPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @astalpodcast

¿Sabes aprovechar los recursos que nos ofrece la red para llegar hasta tus potenciales clientes?¿Tienes claro quienes son y qué es lo que necesitan?¿Has definido tu proceso de ventas?Javi Consuegra es el CEO de Sales Hackers, la comunidad de las agencias y los profesionales que venden a otras empresas, donde ayudan a agencias digitales y empresas de servicios tecnológicos que quieren implementar procesos para estandarizar, generar y cerrar más ventasCon él vamos a hablar de ventas, procesos, clientes y muchas cosas más.Si quieres saber más sobre Sales Hackers, puedes visitar su web y reservar una reunión con ellos:https://www.saleshackers.esY si te apetece formar parte de mi «famosa» lista de correo, te dejo el enlace de abajo. Si te suscribes recibirás un email cada día con una idea que te ayudará a vender más y mejor. https://www.estovadevender.com

Today Diane Wilcutts, a special education advocate from Connecticut, joins me to talk about Independent Educational Evaluations or IEEs. Evaluations are a critical piece of the special education process, as the evaluation is where it all begins. But what if you don't agree with your school evaluation? That is where IEEs come in. You can find Diane's website here: http://www.educationadvocacyllc.com/ Diane's email address: http://www.educationadvocacyllc.com/ You can always find me here: dana@specialed.fm FLASHBACK: Did you know Diane has joined us before? Yup! To discuss extended school year, or ESY. You can find that episode here https://five.libsyn.com/episodes/view/14855723 Transcript for this episode will be posted shortly after publishing. You can find them at https://specialed.fm  

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This week I'm releasing my conversation with David Toledo of Crow Bicycles. I first interviewed David early in the pandemic, but with the dramatic supply chain issues that were going on at the time, Crow decided to push the launch of their e-gravel bike back. They are now in-market with an extended line up of e-bikes so I'm excited to get our conversation out there. Episode Sponsor: Hammerhead Karoo 2 (use promo code: THEGRAVELRIDE for free HRM with purchase) Crow Bicycles Website Support the Podcast Join The Ridership  Automated Transcription, please excuse the typos: Crow Bicycles [00:00:00] Craig Dalton: Hello, and welcome to the gravel ride podcast, where we go deep on the sport of gravel cycling through in-depth interviews with product designers, event organizers and athletes. Who are pioneering the sport I'm your host, Craig Dalton, a lifelong cyclist who discovered gravel cycling back in 2016 and made all the mistakes you don't need to make. I approach each episode as a beginner down, unlock all the knowledge you need to become a great gravel cyclist. This week on the podcast, we've got David Toledo from Crow, bicycles from Madrid, Spain. I actually recorded this episode early on in the pandemic and was excited to learn more about the CRO brand. As it turned out as many of, you know, The disastrous supply chain affected many, many brands and it actually affected crow's planned launch schedule. We put the episode on ice, but I'm happy to say Crow is ready to go. With bikes, ready to ship. CHRO bicycles as you'll learn shortly is an E bicycle company. With a gravel model that is their flagship offering, but they also offer commuting bikes, a flat bar, gravel bikes, and a bunch of options. If you're looking to enter the e-bike market. I've always been fascinated by e-bikes. I first got an e-bike for a cargo bike and it was a no-brainer to schlep my son around. But increasingly I've learned to appreciate the place that e-bikes have in the market. Whether it's for commuting or pleasure. I do think if you open your mind, E-bikes makes sense for a number of types of riders. I often think about some of the riders I see up on Mount Tam, which is a bit of a hefty climb. As they're getting older, maybe they don't have the ability to get up the hill or maybe they're trying to ride with younger friends and I see multi-generational rides. Happening with fathers and sons and the father might be on the e-bike or a son might be on the e-bike. So it's been fascinating to see. So I'm excited to see where these will fit in. And I know crow's execution is very slick. You'll hear David talk about the type of drive train they've implemented and the sort of Swiss army knife approach they've taken. With the bike with the type of motor and battery pack removable from the bike entirely. Making it a perfectly. Acceptable standard bike, maybe with a slight weight penalty. But perfectly acceptable to ride. So I think it's an interesting option. Encourage you to enter this episode with an open. Heart about what e-bikes could be and learn a little from david and go check out the cro bicycles lineup. Before we jump in. I want to thank this week. Sponsor, hammerhead and the crew to computer. Do you want to get more out of your rides this summer? Any old device can track distance, time and pace, but how about the ability to see upcoming Hills and points of interest along the route? The hammer had crew to helps you find your path forward and unlock your full potential on every ride. I've talked about how I've been using the crew twos climb feature and how much I've enjoyed seeing upcoming climbs. I'm excited. I'm going somewhere new this next week for the 4th of July. And it's going to be interesting to see what those rides hold in front of me. I love seeing those data points. 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And for a limited time offer our listeners can get a free heart rate monitor strap with the purchase of our hammerhead kuru two. You just visit hammerhead.io right now and use the promo code. The gravel ride at checkout to get yours today. This is an exclusive limited time offer only for our podcast listeners. So don't forget to use that promo code, the gravel ride, and that's a free heart rate monitor with the purchase of a career to just go to hammerhead.io. At both items to your cart and use the promo code, a gravel ride. Thanks so much to hammerhead for supporting the show this week. And with that, let's jump right into my interview with David. , David, welcome to the [00:05:04] David Toledo: show. Thank you, Craig. Thank you for your time and thank you for your interest in crop bicycles. Yeah. I'm excited [00:05:10] Craig Dalton: to get into it because the e-bike category is obviously. Hitting all elements of the sport from commuter to mountain to gravel. Mm-hmm, , it's gonna be interesting to dig into the technology and what you are working on, but before we go there, David, why don't you tell the listener a little bit about your background and the inspiration behind founding Crow, bicycles, to say [00:05:35] David Toledo: that maybe in the us, you were early adopt in the digital trains and, and eCommerce, but in Spain specifically when I'm located. Came a little bit later than that, but I, I started very early in the early, in the first, uh, stages of the digital world in, in Spain, early 2000 in 2001, I funded my first, my first company. And it was a consultancy to help on the digital transformation to the, to the small companies in Spain. But it was really hard time doing that because it, it was, I, I felt I was talking in Chinese to the people. It was like, oh, they, they didn't understand what I'm trying to explain them and the opportunities of the digital world. And so that, but I started there on that time in 2001 with the, my first steps on the digital world. And then I, I, I run, uh, my own digital, uh, advertising agency, uh, for, uh, many years. And on parallel, I started a new business. Was raped with cycling industry with a few, with a few colleagues. And we started in 2000, uh, six with cannon bicycles. Uh, cannon bicycles was really interesting because it was the, probably one of the first direct to consumer brands in the market. And in 2006, it was here in Spain. It was just a few small retailers or super big online stores, like, uh, chain re and cycles. And that, that kind of stores or gems in USA, some people was buying to Jenson USA, even in Spain, but there was no real. Digital brands in the cycle industry. And Kenon was, I was coming to the market to change the things. And it was at the beginning, it was really tough because the people didn't trust you very much. They didn't trust on your project, on the brand that they didn't know it. And it was hard. But the, when with, with a lot of work from always side, this, the brands start to have a lot of, yeah. Awareness in the market and, and the people started to trust on us and it was, yeah. Then everything came. It was like explosion and everything wanted to all industry wanted to copy somehow cannon bicycles on that after few years, and now everything has changed. And, and I can say that the digital industry or the digital business are here for good. And it's something that, uh, even the, the big players. Figuring out how to interact with the digital world and to keep their, the traditional business models that trying to do some kind of blending between both words. But it is very interesting. And, but my background definitely is digital. Absolutely digital. [00:08:06] Craig Dalton: Interesting. So after all that time with canyon bicycles, did that spark an inspiration that you saw an opportunity in the market that led you to Crow bicycles? [00:08:17] David Toledo: Yeah. I had clear since the very beginning that the digital business and especially the direct to consumer business, it's the, in my eyes at least is the way to go. Because you have as a brand, you have direct and close contact with the customers. Sometimes the people say, Hey, yeah, but you don't have a physical place. I cannot reach you. I cannot see you face to face. But the thing is that is double side. The customers contact directly with the brands and the brands are interacting with the customers. And this is something wonderful because the, the customer can express their feelings, their, uh, fears or, uh, their needs. And the brand has all this input from, from firsthand. And this is part of the magic of the direct to consumer model. And you can react really quickly to the problems and yeah, somehow all these things made me to, to, to, to shape. In my head, if I, sometime I, I will have a, my own bike brand that was sold with my dream that definitely this, this will be the way to, to do it. But also there was a lot of things to improve because there was after 14 years working with cannon bicycles, I saw all the aspects of the brand, the good things. And sometimes even not the so good things, because it was always how you see it in English, Chinese and shadows or something like this. It's, uh, it's like, Things that it was not so nice. And this is the kind of things I want to improve. I want to change a little bit, and also from, uh, my experience and my learnings during my Eli years, there is also new ways to do business. And this is the part that I'm definitely going to disrupt in conversation with other brands. And even with Kenya bicycles in the coming months, we want to work in a project that is going to change the way the customers. Use the bike we could say. Yeah, but I cannot say too much about that because it's just an ongoing [00:10:03] Craig Dalton: project. Interesting. Great. And then to pull the company together, were you drawing on other teammates that you had worked with previously at canyon to design the bicycles, et cetera? [00:10:15] David Toledo: Yeah, I mainly the design of the bicycle was my work for the last, yeah, probably eight to 10 months or something like this, or previously since 2008, late 2019 until mid 20, 20, or a little bit more. I was working, just focus onto the cycling bicycles portfolio and design and components and trying to develop concept and a range that has Sims. And then I contacted my, one of my colleagues in. Ex or former C in Kenya USA. And he was working in another industry and I conducted him to. To tell, Hey, I'm gonna launch that this, this is something that sounds interesting to you. And of course he was interested since the very beginning and, uh, we start working and he helped me to also to shave the bikes in terms of adapting them to the, uh, us market and to the us, uh, consumer needs. And, and together we did a lot of, uh, things. Yeah. But it was, it was really interesting to have like both sides, right? The, the European point of view, uh, of the cycling and the American point of view, because. Even if, if it's, uh, gravel and even if it's cycling, uh, sometimes they're pretty different, uh, from market to market. Yeah, [00:11:27] Craig Dalton: absolutely. There definitely seems to be globally different perceptions around e-bikes particularly in the offroad world that we see in Europe versus the us stepping back for the listener. So Crow bicycles is introducing a range. E-bikes E gravel bikes to the world. David, why don't you get into just some of the basic idea behind the bike, the type of. Engine that I don't know, even know if engine is the right word in e-bike so you'll have to correct me but, but I'm super curious. I've been very, yeah. [00:12:00] David Toledo: Motor yeah. Motor maybe is the right way to, to yeah. But motor or system or just, yeah, it's maybe motor is the right [00:12:08] Craig Dalton: one. Thank you. Yeah. It's, it's been interesting for me. I probably started out originally seeing e-bikes offroad and being frustrated and maybe being a little bit of a naysay. I started to see them commuting into San Francisco. And I started to have a realization from a commuting perspective. There were absolutely days that I didn't wanna ride the hour to an office downtown in San Francisco, but I certainly didn't wanna get into a car and having an E commuting bike made sense. Then I started to talk to more and more athletes who were riding them off road. And I started to appreciate a lot of the nuances. In the e-bike market and how it creates accessibility for athletes who might not be able otherwise to get up the big Hills around here, but it also opened up new performance elements, new ways of riding, because you could discount certain things that may take up a lot of your time in any given bike ride. So I've become very pro eBike actually. And I'm curious to talk about E gravel bike because I haven't quite. Made that fit into my mental model yet. [00:13:19] David Toledo: yeah. The thing is that there's sometimes it's hard because there's so many kind of likes and this is interacting with customers. It's really, as I said, it is really interesting because you get a lot of feedback. Sometimes this feedbacks are saying, Hey, this is a mope. Or this is buy a motorcycle instead of an e-bike. Why, why do you buy an e-bike? You can buy a motorcycle or something like this, and this is not real bicycle. And so many feedbacks like this. And the thing is that most of these feedbacks are coming from people that never before tested a, an e-bike. Yes. And they don't have an experience with e-bike and, and I will definitely recommend them to test it because it's, it can change your whole perception of like concept of this thing. But the it's gonna start with saying. Somehow I have to give them a part of, of the, the ride because yeah, there's some e-bikes in the market that definitely, they are a concept that I'm not really, uh, friend of it's those super. High speedy bikes, uh, super powerfully bikes that they're somehow, they're like a moment with pedals and I'm not really comfort with that kind of, of concept. Or I respect this is in the market. I am of course agree that this needs somehow to be like regulated because they can be even dangerous sometimes because they have a throttle and then you, you can use it as a. Motorcycle, but there's another can of EBIS that this is, uh, more like, uh, a bicycle with some systems. And in this group, this, this is in some states in the us, this is called like the class one and they are limited up to 20 miles per hour. And at least in Europe, they have a limited a limitation on even on the power, the power, the motor cannot give you more than 250 Watts of power. Okay. . Yeah. And this is, this is another concept, absolutely different to the super powerful, super heavy e-bike. And, but the, the truth is that one of the friends, I was one of the first I was missing in the market. When I started to, to develop Crow, bicycles was something in between the e-bikes that you can find in the market, even coming from the big players, right? Like from specialize or Cannondale, their approach was more like. Powerful e-bikes but, uh, a bicycle, but with a powerful motor and somehow a little bit heavy, more heavy than I would like to have in a bicycle. So this is what I, I started to think. Hey, there's I think there's room in the market for a lighter bike, uh, uh, a e-bike that it's a blend between, sorry, between a, a standard bicycle and an e-bike something that you can enjoy pedaling that it needs to be easy to pedal. And it needs to be light and it needs to be nimble. And so all these concepts needed to be developed in a bicycle. So I start to research and I found that there was no many options in the market for that kind of bicycles. And this is what I decided. Okay. I need to step into that and I need to develop a brand that it's focused on the experience. Not only on the, yeah. I have a, a, a super cool bike, but it's, I have the feeling that some, somehow this is, uh, like artificial. I wanted to have a bicycle that when you're riding, you don't feel that this is any bike. You feel that it's somehow you're better trained than you really are or better fit than you really are, but you don't feel that you're not working out. And this is found Fati. I met FASU with through canyon bicycles because they used them at, in Theban and commuting bikes. And, and I, I saw there was like, uh, a lot of potential with that system. And. Yeah, this is basically what I wanted to develop a e-bike concept or a bicycle, a bike brand focus on really light e-bikes where the experience is. The most important thing is, uh, to have the feeling that you are not using, uh, Mo pit or something like this. That is a real bicycle. Yeah, [00:17:13] Craig Dalton: I think there's a couple really interesting points there for the listener one. I think we've all seen almost beach cruiser style, electric assist bikes, and someone goes by you at 20 miles an hour. And it doesn't even look like the same sport, right? It's just, they're not a cyclist. They're not getting any fitness or barely any fitness out of that. Maybe that's my personal bias. But when you get to the performance e-bike and these lower weighty bikes, clearly you're getting a workout. You're just getting it at different points. I like the way in your. Indigogo campaign, how you're articulating some of the power assist where it's the, the level one is like a breeze at your back. Yeah. Whereas the, the level three is like a rocket ship. So I think it it's super interesting. The second thing I wanna point out, and it's difficult without looking at an image and I'll certainly have links to both your website and the campaign about the motor and battery mechanism and how mm-hmm fr from the uninitiated eye. It really does disappear into the construction of the bicycle. You're not seeing a big battery where the water bottle might be, and you're not seeing a massively oversized mechanism around the crank shaft. Yeah. So it's a very interesting visual with the Crow bicycles and this FSA motor system that I, I think you've designed into the product. [00:18:35] David Toledo: yeah, yeah. For zoo was really interesting because you can find some bicycles in the market that they, they have like, absolutely integrated the battery into the main cube, but it's something that you cannot easily remove from the, from the bicycle. So you you're gonna have always this battery and the motor eats. Integrated in the bottom bracket. So you, you have a bicycle that it's an e-bike, it can be a not super powerful eBike and it can be pretty light e-bike. Yeah. But you have all these things in there inside, and you can remove them. And it's the aspect of some bicycles is, yeah, it's great. You can see that there's no even connections or URA was offering something that I really love. It was that it's a clean. Design it's absolutely integrated into the main tube. And, but the thing is that in seconds you can remove the whole system, even the motor, that this is the most interesting thing. Even the motor and the battery in one pack and just put in place a hollow cover and you have a thunder. and this is, this is like, uh, the best thing, because if you want, just to experience a standard bike without any assistance at all, and without the, and with you, the extra weight of the motor and the battery, you can do it in seconds. [00:19:52] Craig Dalton: Yeah. It's pretty fascinating. And I know I saw that you've basically, you have a, sort of a compartment that snaps back into where the battery and motor was, so that you can carry a jacket or what have you, in, in that location when you're not using the battery. [00:20:06] David Toledo: Yeah, that's it. That's it? Uh, this is this, that was one of the interesting things for me. And this is one I always tried to say to the people, Hey, this is, this is not a mop it. And this is like absolutely different concept. To what maybe you're used to seeing a, in a e-bike, but this is a real bicycle and you can even use it as a real bicycle. This is the magic of the system. This is, it's absolutely integrated in the, the whole, this angle bicycle. You cannot really notice that you have a motor and the battery there, but even if you want, you can, you don't need to carry with, with you, if you just want to go for a standard bike ride. And yeah. [00:20:40] Craig Dalton: So the bicycles am I correct? That they hover around sort of 30 pounds. [00:20:46] David Toledo: yeah. Is that right? Yeah. Something like that. Yeah. 30.2 30.7. Something like that. Yeah. And [00:20:53] Craig Dalton: is that, is that with the battery? [00:20:56] David Toledo: Yeah, that's with the battery and [00:20:57] Craig Dalton: the motor? Yeah. Okay. And then when you take the battery out, what do you bringing the bike down to at that point? [00:21:03] David Toledo: Yeah. It's you can get, let me. Be sure about that figure because it's, I have all the figures in, in kilos. gotcha. So yeah. Wait a second. I'll let you know what was that? I think it was like seven pounds or something like this. I'm correct. Yeah. You remove 7.3 pounds, right? You're removing a lot of weight and the weight of the hollow tube. It's uh, 0.9 pounds. so you're turning your 3.2 pounds bike into a, a 23.8 pounds or something like this. So it's, it's very light. It's a really decent weight for a, a standard bicycle. So it's, I know it's there there's of course lighter, like the more likeer options in the market, but this, but you cannot transform into a eBike. And this is the, the great thing of this concept that you can have two bikes in. [00:21:54] Craig Dalton: Yeah, no, I think that's really, it's a mind blowing thing as a consumer to think about how it fits into your life and how having those two bikes. Yeah. It's not your featherweight race bike, but without that battery in there at 23 odd pounds, that's not obnoxious either. That's a bike that you can still ride and enjoy. Obviously there's a lot of different sectors of the e-bike market. E mountain bikes and commuter bikes have been huge. As we've said before, what made you feel like E gravel mm-hmm was the right category to enter and for the listener, what type of adventures and types of riding do you think that an E gravel bike opens [00:22:33] David Toledo: up? Let's start saying that probably for me, the, the E the, the, the gravel's like, uh, the most versatile bicycle ever is, is a perfecto rounder. You can go everywhere and do whatever you want with that. You can to commute, you can travel with it. And that that's, that was why I decided to start my, my, my background, my bike brand with, with a gravel bike, but Y E gravel bike it's because I saw there was a new world to discover with a, with an, a knee bike. I, I, I really love to. I travel with my bike. I, every year I try to do at least one of two long urinates during, I don't know, 10, 10, 10 days or 12 days crossing part of the Spain. And I was always carrying my, my backpacks and, and all the, all the backs to, to carry all the stuff for 11 or 12 days. And, uh, some at some points I was Australian because even if you're feet, you definitely feel. All the way your came with you it's as, at some points it's, it's too much and you don't enjoy very much with that. So I start to think, okay. The, even for that kind of customers, when you're traveling, when you need a bike, that goes all kind of the rains, an e-bike it's perfect too, because you can be riding without any assistance and at certain points where you need some. You can count with that backup system that is going to help you. It's going to make your life a little bit more easy, and it doesn't mean that it's going to be any trick and you're not going to enjoy cycling, or you're not gonna do a workout. It's just going to help you when you want or when you need. I think it's [00:24:09] Craig Dalton: really interesting with the e-bike again, cause I, I feel like a lot of people like the natural perception is it's not a fitness experience, but it just changes. Where you're able to ride. They think about riders here out of San Francisco and anybody who's living in the city knows it might take you half an hour to get across the golden gate bridge and then into the Headlands. And in a big day, you might get to the top of Mount TA. But if you eliminate some of the efforts in the, the early part of that ride and maybe ride out to Fairfax and start from the backside of Mount TA, all of a sudden things that would've normally taken. A six, seven hour ride long day, which is generally outside the, the world of possibility for a lot of people, all of a sudden you're able to explore the backside of Mount TA or, or even farther out with the ESY. Yeah. So it becomes really interesting in the same way. Just a gravel bike in general becomes interesting that the combination of roads and trails, you can bring things together that you otherwise wouldn't. On other types of bikes mm-hmm so I think it's, it's just one of those very thoughtful things. As people are thinking about these bikes, you need to consider what, what it will open up for you to. . Yeah. [00:25:23] David Toledo: Yeah. This is one of the, one of the actual, this one of the main keys that you can, you can prepare your daily ride in like absolutely different way. You can, if you need to cross a city or you need to, uh, reach a certain point and you, you need to do some, I don't know, row that even you need some speed or whatever the EBI is going to always help you there. And you can enjoy the rest of the ride without, but this is part of the key of, of our concept that you can enjoy. Without any assistance, because even with other e-bikes you in the end, when you are not pedaling or when you're not having assistance from the motor, you are moving the motor. And this is somehow, this is hurting your experience because you have some kind of filling, like, like you have, uh, a not fine pedaling or you, you feel it like, uh, a little bit like a jam. I don't know how to express it in it's. So easy to pedal light with, or as in a standard bike and in, but with the FSU system, it's very interesting because when you don't use the, the assistance, the motor is disconnected from the bottom bracket. So you feel that you're riding a standard bike, even with the [00:26:27] Craig Dalton: mechanism still installed on the bike, you still don't feel like, yeah, yeah, yeah. [00:26:32] David Toledo: Interesting. Yeah. Yeah. That's a point. That's a point you have three, a systems modes. This is the breeze, as you described before, there is yeah. Having some wind on your back and the rocket, but in the middle you have, uh, a river and all of them, you can configure, uh, you can customize them with, with your laptop and, uh, a USB cable connected to the system. You can transform your, your whole system into, uh, a different behavior when you want and you can explore and you can play with it. But the, the cool thing is. You have another mode that it's, uh, we call it like the non systems mode and, and the LEDs are, uh, right and wide. And in this mode, it's, the system has a clutch and the motor is connected from the bottom bracket. So you are riding a standard bike and you're carrying, of course you're carrying some extra way because you, you have this 3.1, sorry, 7.3, uh, pounds of the motor and the battery. But it's not that much. It's not something that, and you are not really going to notice that weight very much because you're riding like one of the, uh, wonderful things of the global bikes is that they are not, you know, rolling this massive, super wide and heavy tires of a moon bike. You're rolling with a, with a tire that really rolls. Perfect. And even with the battery on the motor there, it's great. But one of the keys of the system is that you, your motor is disconnected when you're not using the systems. So you have a standard bike. [00:27:59] Craig Dalton: That's really interesting. And I know for the listener of a, a large, very large American brand, just introduced a mountain bike with this same exact engine in it. So I think it's something we're gonna see more and more. And again, I probably misspoke. I shouldn't call it an engine. It's that mid drive motor that we're talking about. interesting. So where are you in the progression of beginning to start your production and deliver bikes? [00:28:25] David Toledo: Yeah, that's interesting question. Uh, a lot of people ask it, ask it as about the, the production and because everybody knows how it's industry right now and the industry struggling. This is struggling because there's, it's, there's a boom on the demand. Something that after 15 years in the cycle industry, I never saw something like this, but it's, it's great because this is in somehow it's, it's unparalleled with our vision. We, we want more people riding on bikes. We want more people. Using versatile solutions for enjoying and for doing sports and also for commuting for transport. And so that's great because this means that more people is using bicycles. But yeah, the, the question is we are not going to use the stocks of the OE products. This in industry, in the cycle industry, there is two, two ways to approach to the, to the components. You can buy them as a OE, or you can buy them as a. A store or something as a retailer, the big players are always, they need to use OE stocks because they're ordering massive amounts of products. They cannot order their products to any other stock that is not an OE. And this needs go through the, directly to the production facility in whatever, in Japan or in the us, or in Asia. And that, that has a list of orders or pre-orders from all the big grant. And. Like right now because everybody's ordering and there's a mass waiting list. And, but our case is a little bit different because we are a small brand and we are not going to order a massive amount of, of parts. Uh, so we are going to order them to the local European stocks to have access to, to products that are going to be a viable sooner than the OE production. So we are gonna have of course, a. Expensive product. We are gonna have less margin in our products, but instead we can, we can deliver the bicycles to our customers before. [00:30:26] Craig Dalton: Yeah, no, we've talked about it on the podcast before. It's a very complicated moment in time for global supply chains and it's particularly affecting all the smaller brands that I speak with because the big guys are sucking up all that volume and the manufacturers just simply can't keep up with the demand. [00:30:46] David Toledo: Yeah, yeah, yeah. There was a with the COVID thing, there was like a lot of work that was a stop. And, but basically the production capacity is what it is. So even if you want to order more, the factories can produce more. So this is right. [00:31:03] Craig Dalton: Yeah. You assume that it would sort itself, [00:31:05] David Toledo: we would start shipping. [00:31:07] Craig Dalton: Yeah, sorry. Yeah. Sorry, dude. I was saying, saying, yeah, you assumed that a year into the pandemic that it was gonna start working itself out, but there's no indication that supply is unlocking anytime soon. Can you repeat [00:31:18] David Toledo: again? The, the question please? Because I, I was some cut [00:31:21] Craig Dalton: in this. Yeah, no worries. No worries. Yeah. You would've, you, I would've assumed a year into the pandemic that the supply chains would've been unlocked at this. But there certainly hasn't been any indication from people I've been speaking with that. That's the case. No, it's not the [00:31:35] David Toledo: case. It's not the case. This is still struggling. The thing is that it, it has somehow it's like the perfect storm, right? Because, um, with the co and in, in the whole world has been locked down in their homes for really, for months, at least in here in Europe, it was like pretty crazy because we were in our homes. We can't even not go out for anything, basically. Can go to the mall to buy some foods. And that was all. So the people was at their homes and they were really suffering. And once the people started to go again, out to the streets, they, they appreciate more than ever before the, the freedom to go out the freedom to practice the sports. That was part of why all this boom is coming from because the people wanted to keep practicing sports and enjoying their life. And also in, in the big cities, the people. Concern about using the, the public transports or the VA or the subway, whatever. So there's a lot of people that also they are buying bicycles to do commute. And so this is this together with the, with the, the whole stop that the production in, in Asia had the first, uh, quarter of the year. And even until the mid 20. And plus all the demand that all the, all this action industry is putting right now onto the, onto the production in, in Asia and in Europe. That's what is making this perfect storm and seems that it's not going to change in the short time. Definitely. We think that probably until 20 22, 20 23, this is not going to be better. Definitely. Yeah. [00:33:08] Craig Dalton: As you and I were talking offline, I think there there's gonna be this new reality post COVID and I, I do hope and I'm optimistic. The sheer volume of people out on bikes is going to start to transform a lot of our communities and make cycling even safer and better. And products like this that have the versatility to deliver you maybe farther than you'd normally want to pedal on any given day, I think are really exciting changes in modality for transportation that we're in front. [00:33:39] David Toledo: Yeah, yeah, yeah. That's it. This, I, I saw somehow the whole COVID thing has forced to speed up some changes in the world. Right. We were spec talking before about the, the new way to work and where the people is, where the people is located, working. They are right now working in different places or from their home. And now the, even the companies have discovered that, okay, maybe. Working from home is not that bad. And, and so the people it's changing their, um, mentality the way they understand the, the world. And this is somehow, this is because of the. And also the cycling industry. It's getting some profit from that because, uh, the bicycle is the perfect transport solution for a lot of people, but they didn't discover so far. So right now the people is discovering. Yeah. Wow. The bicycle is not that bad. It's great. I even go faster or I can, I spend less time that with my car because. Before that I was in a traffic jam and now I don't need to look for a, I don't know, half hour when hour looking for a parking to, to park my car. And now with a bicycle, I even, I go, even I reach my, my, my job happier because I'm, I'm practicing sports because before going to the office and. I arrived to my office with a, with a smile. And I, before that I was arriving really mad in a bad view, uh, in a bad news because I was tired of, uh, being for a long time in traffic jam. And this, this is changing. This is absolutely changing. [00:35:08] Craig Dalton: Yeah, absolutely. Some of the many reasons I'm excited about the project you're working on with Crow bicycles, for the listener, I'll put links to crow's website and their launch campaign. that you should check out. Yeah. And I very much look forward to trying one of these bicycles, myself and getting a perception on how it opens up. Yeah. Gravel cycling in my community for. . [00:35:29] David Toledo: Yeah, we're looking for that too. We have the truth is that we have right now, one bicycle on the us, it arrived last week and we're gonna have soon the motor and the battery system, because we needed to send it separately for, uh, different reasons. But yeah, it's gonna be ready for you soon. So we are looking forward to, to, to handle the word you and, and see your, your reaction to that bike. I think you're gonna, you're gonna love it. I'm enjoying this bike probably more than any other bike before. I'm appreciate that. A lot of people is going to discover a new work with this, uh, new concept. [00:36:02] Craig Dalton: Awesome. Thanks for all the time today, David. I appreciate the overview. [00:36:06] David Toledo: Thank you very much for your time and congratulations for your work and this, this podcast. [00:36:11] Craig Dalton: Big. Thanks again to David for joining the show and telling us more about Crow, bicycles, and their exciting lineup. I'll put a link in the show notes so you can find them online. I'm keen to get your feedback. So if any of you are e-bike riders or have thoughts on the subject, feel free to shoot me a note or join me in the ridership forum. You can simply visit www.theridership.com. That's our free global cycling community. So jump right in and have a conversation. It's a great way to connect with me and other gravel cyclists from around the world. If you're able to support the show, simply visit buy me a coffee.com/the gravel ride. And remember to go check out that hammerhead, kuru to offer, use the promo code, the gravel ride. Until next time here's to finding some dirt under your wheels

We are taking a break over the summer, so this is “goodbye–see you later” for a few weeks. We will return for the 2022-2023 school year, hoping for a smoother and better-executed plan for our students. We hope that we've brought some helpful information and inspiration to get you through these challenging times in education. Join us today for a few key takeaways and reminders. *We will be replaying some of our favorite episodes over the next few weeks until we are ready to start off the next school year with a bang! In the meantime, connect with us on our social media pages! Show Highlights: Remember to continue to push for virtual IEP meetings if those better fit into your schedule; we've proven that those can work during these past two years! Recognize that there are amazing teachers and administrators who are not the norm; they push the envelope and fight through the red tape for their students. Let them know that they are appreciated and supported! Remember, if your child was recommended to do ESY, but they need a break, you have the right to say NO. We hope you can reflect on the good that has happened this year, as we are trying to do. Enjoy your summer! Links/Resources: Thank you for listening!  Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show inhttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1307157016 ( Apple Podcasts),https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/inclusive-education-project-podcast/inclusive-education-project ( Stitcher Radio), orhttps://play.google.com/music/listen%23/ps/I23ctmblttqsbc4kagaccwm453a ( Google Play.) It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: https://www.facebook.com/IEPcalifornia/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/iepcalifornia/ (Instagram)–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions! https://twitter.com/iepcalifornia (Twitter) http://www.inclusiveeducationproject.org/ (IEP website) This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

 In this awesome episode, I will be Education to the Core's Summer Activity Packets for Primary Students. Are you looking for some fun, engaging summer review packets?  Whether you are tutoring this summer, teaching summer school or ESY, or even thinking about some review during those first few weeks of the next school year. This is the episode for you!  For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/06/summer-activity-packets-for-primary-students/

Buenos días y feliz viernes. Hoy quiero hablaros de un evento especial que ocurrirá este próximo domingo, una sala en Twitter Spaces con Almudena Ariza para hablar del complicado trabajo de los reporteros en zonas de guerra.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz jueves. Hoy, cambiando un poco el orden de los episodios, quiero haceros la recomendación de la semana en jueves. La serie elegida esta en Disney+ y relata los acontecimientos entre los episodios III y IV de la saga de películas de Star Wars.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz miércoles. Si ayer os hablaba de la productividad de trabajar con varias pantallas, hoy quiero hacerlo sobre los peligros que tiene vernos inmersos en el trabajo durante horas. La multitarea es una trampa en la que caemos con demasiada facilidad, en unos pocos minutos os cuento mis trucos para salir de ella.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz martes. Este mes de junio tengo una carga excesiva de trabajo y hoy quiero contaros cómo he creado un set-up con varias pantallas para mejorar mi productividad.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz lunes. Cuando compramos un producto tecnológico damos por sentado que tendremos un periodo de garantía y un servicio técnico a nuestra disposición, pero ojo con lo que damos por sentado porque no siempre se cumplen nuestras expectativas.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Often overlooked today, Norosbaldo Morales Sanabria, better known as Noro Morales was a seminal figures in the Latin Music scene of the 1940's and 50's in New York city. His Orchestra even rivaled Machito's in popularity and Morales was even invited to perform in downtown Manhattan at a time when it was closed to Latino Musicians. His story starts in the Puerta de Tierra section of San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 4, 1912. Noro learned several musical instruments as a child. The Morales family was a musical one; his father, Louis, played violin; brothers Ismael/Esy, Humberto, Jose/Pepito and Louis as well as sister, Alicia, all played instruments. In 1924, Louis was invited to Venezuela to work as the musical director of the presidential orchestra. He accepted the job and the family relocated there for 6 years. Sadly, months after their arrival, Louis died. At just 13 years old, Noro took over directing the orchestra. In 1930, the family moved back to Puerto Rico And Noro worked with Rafael Muñoz. 1935, brought changes to his life again, as he relocated to New York, getting work with Alberto Socarras, Augusto Cohen and Johnny Rodriguez (Tito Rodriguez's older brother). Morales started an orchestra with his brothers Humberto and Esy in 1939. 1942's ‘Serenata Ritmica' was a smash hit and catapulted Morales to fame. He was soon invited to perform in downtown Manhattan and even the Daily New's Harvest Moon Ball; he was quickly becoming mainstream! Noro's Orchestra even rivaled Machito's in popularity. The changes tides of Latin Music caused Noro to return to Puerto Rico in 1960 where he played a hotel for the last 3 years of his life, Sadly, Noro suffered from alcoholism and a family history of diabetes, that he and his brothers all suffered from. Noro joined the ancestors on January 15, 1964. He was just 53 years old. You'll learn all about this and much more in this week's episode Vitamina Perfume de Gardenia Campanitas de Cristal Lamento Borincano Serenata Ritmica Rhumba Rhapsody Mambo Maldito Celos Flores Negras Piel Canela El Negrito de Batey Maria Cervantes Maracaibo Mambo Inolvidable La Isla del Encanto Rhumba Rhapsody (Charlie Palmieri's version) 1984 Facebook and Instagram: @voiceofthewaterlily Blog: voiceofthelily.water.blog. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anani-kaike/message

Buenos días y feliz viernes. Hoy os quiero recomendar un nuevo documental publicado hace unos días en Disney+ sobre la organización sin ánimo de lucro World Central Kitchen liderada por el chef José Andrés.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz jueves. Si, con este episodio llegamos al primer aniversario de este humilde podcast. 12 meses y más de 220 episodios en los que han pasado muchas cosas. Hoy hago un breve repaso por las más destacadas.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz miércoles. Ya estamos a 1 de junio y no puedo dejar de pensar que el verano esta a la vuelta de la esquina. En este episodio os cuento un poco más sobre lo positivo que tiene imaginar y visualizar las esperadas vacaciones de verano.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz martes. Hoy voy a tocar el tema de la capacidad que tenemos para llegar a todo lo que se nos pide, y cómo es vital aprender a optimizar nuestros recursos para lograrlo.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz lunes. Hoy quiero hablaros sobre por qué se siguen celebrando las famosas comuniones y qué sentido tienen para los que somos creyentes y practicantes.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz viernes. Hoy, con motivo del estreno de la nueva temporada de la serie,e apetece hablar sobre los motivos por los que Stranger Things se ha convertido en un auténtico fenómeno para Netflix. Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Extended School Year is not for everyone but when a student has shown regression over breaks, they may need a little assistance over the summer. And someone has to teach that student. So….did you get voluntold? It will be okay…you can teach extended school year and not feel completely burnt out by the end of it, I promise!   In this week's episode I'm sharing some tips and strategies along with some resources that will make ESY smooth sailing for you and your student! In this episode you will learn: The benefits of making learning fun. How to adapt materials you already have for ESY services. How to create task boxes and other hands-on activities to meet the goals of the student. About some amazing resources that are easy for you to use. Links and Resources Brand New Sticker Designs for Special Educators Brand New Tshirt Designs for Special Educators Extended School Year Bundle Community Based Virtual Field Trips Digital Escape Rooms Connect with Dawn Find me on IG Etsy Shop TpT Store Subscribe Are you subscribed to my podcast? Trust me, you definitely want to do that so you don't miss a thing! Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Leave a Review If you are loving the podcast, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other teachers find my podcast and I love hearing what you think about the podcast as well. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what part of the podcast you found to be the most helpful!

Buenos días. Hoy voy a hablar algo que me ha sacudido e impactado de la actualidad, el asesinato de 19 niños y 2 profesores a manos de un chico de 18 años en el estado de Texas, en Estados Unidos.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz miércoles. Hoy os quiero hablar del buscador DuckDuckGo como alternativa a Google y por qué creo que es una gran idea darle una oportunidad. Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz martes. Hoy me apetece hablaros sobre cómo podemos mejorar la salud de la batería de nuestros dispositivos móviles para que duren más tiempo en mejor estado. Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz lunes. Hoy me apetece hablaros sobre tecnología, mas concretamente sobre algunos trucos que tengo para automatizar procesos en casa gracias a la domótica.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz viernes. Hoy os voy a hablar de una de las mejores series que he visto en Netflix en los últimos meses: Hearstopper Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz jueves. La aplicación de mensajería WhatsApp tiene una variante enfocada a negocios que es una herramienta muy potente para gestionar pedidos. Hoy os cuento un poco cómo funciona y las ventajas que ofrece.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz miércoles. El método GTD (Getting Things Done) es muy popular en nuestros días. No obstante creo que su uso no siempre es correcto y en el episodio explico brevemente por qué.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Buenos días y feliz martes. Las aplicaciones para desplazamientos son casi imprescindibles hoy en día. Bien sea para movernos por una gran ciudad, o para hacer algún trayecto en ciudades mas pequeñas, estas Apps son muy necesarias hoy en día. En este episodio os destaco alguna interesante.Si quieres conectar conmigo puedes hacerlo a través de Twitter, donde estoy como @jotalopmar: Link de Twitter: https://twitter.com/jotalopmar?lang=esY también puedes unirte y participar de la conversación en el chat en Telegram de Diario en Movimiento. El lugar perfecto para compartir tu punto de vista y comentar los episodios. Link: https://t.me/joinchat/YAkzb_VYXYZkOTc0

Ever hear ESY thrown around like you are supposed to know what it means? Let's dive into why you may want to advocate for ESY -- AND why you may not want it for your child! Also, we talk about how children qualify for ESY services! Shownotes: www.parentfriendlyot.com/podcast Parent IEP Get Started Pack: www.parentfriendlyot.com/pack 

Have you ever heard that ESY is only available if a child with an IEP shows regression? If this is new information to you... it's time to become a Master IEP Coach to help yourself and others! www.masterIEPcoach.com

In this episode of Real Talk, KJK Student & Athlete Defense Attorneys Susan Stone and Kristina Supler are joined by Jaclynn Bosley, owner and executive clinical director of Thrive Early Learning Center, to discuss intervention and therapy strategies for children with special needs. In particular, they address Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other therapy for students on the autism spectrum, as well as regression among students due to the pandemic.  TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR CAREER PATH.  I am a licensed Ohio Principal, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) & Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA). I started my career at the Lerner School for Autism at the Cleveland Clinic, Worked as a Special Education Supervisor for Riverside Local Schools, was a Behavioral Consultant and Director of Program Development at KidsLink and am now the Owner of Thrive Early Learning Center.   CAN YOU TELL US WHY YOU STARTED THRIVE AND WHAT IS THE MISSION?  Our slogan says it all: PLAY. LEARN. DISCOVER. THRIVE! Our mission at Thrive is to provide comprehensive, early intervention to young children on the spectrum, but to do so using a naturalized, play–based model.    WHAT TYPES OF STUDENTS ATTEND YOUR SCHOOL AND WHAT ARE THEIR ISSUES?   Students who attend our program are those who have an autism diagnosis, a related developmental diagnosis or those who are not yet diagnosed but are demonstrating symptoms that would respond well to this type of intervention model.  WHAT IS ABA THERAPY AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?  ABA stands for Applied Behavior Analysis and it is the “Gold Standard” of therapeutic models.  ABA has the most research (over 70 years!) behind it and has proven to demonstrate improvements across all ages and levels across the autism spectrum. It is important when looking into interventions for your child that you look to only those that are based on research, and this is because being that autism is a language-based disorder, our children are often unable to report back to us (or report in detail) their thoughts/feelings/perceptions about what they are participating in. So, it cannot be overstated that we must use methodologies that we know have positive outcomes that are predictable and safe.   WHAT OTHER INTERVENTIONS DOES THRIVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER PROVIDE?  Our early childhood program combines ABA, direct speech therapy, direct occupational therapy and direct behavior analytic services all in one. This is different than the traditional therapy models of clinic-based ABA in isolation, speech in isolation or OT in isolation. That model lacks the consistency and generalization that Thrive offers. Our Behavior Technicians are in therapy while the student is receiving speech or OT services, so that those skills can be taught to our behavior technicians to provide that intervention in those areas across all areas of play and learning throughout the day!   CAN AN AUTISTIC STUDENT RECEIVE A FREE APPROPRIATE PUBLIC EDUCATION (FAPE) IF THEY DON'T GET ABA AT SCHOOL AND JUST RECEIVE SPEECH THERAPY?  Loaded question. Every child's needs are so different that it is very difficult to just answer that with a solidified “yes” or “no.” What I can tell you is that children on the spectrum have very complex needs, and while much of what causes the complexities for our kids is speech/language related, this often manifests itself behaviorally (because of the communication frustration). So, while addressing the language needs is incredibly important, we also have to understand fully from a behavioral perspective why the behavior is occurring and how to address that need. That is where receiving ABA is so helpful, because children on the spectrum tend to demonstrate improvements when all areas are addressed, not just language in isolation. Also, ABA lends itself to “teaching the teacher,” not just the student. So, we often see that when the teachers are using solid behavioral principles, the overall responsiveness from the student so greatly improves. That part is something that cannot be addressed by speech services alone!   JACKIE – I SEE FROM YOUR LITERATURE THAT THE KIDS AT THRIVE HAVE IEPS. CAN YOU BRIEFLY EXPLAIN WHAT AN IEP IS AND HOW IT'S DEVELOPED?  An IEP is an Individualized Education Plan. The IEP is the document that guides the educational team on what services and goals will be provided to your child based on their individual learning needs. In order to get an IEP for your child, he or she must first be evaluated by the school team and identified as a child with a disability. This process is known as the ETR. The ETR identifies where the child's deficit areas are (learning, speech, motor, etc.) and then the IEP is developed based on these results. So, the ETR identifies the deficit area, and the IEP documents how the team plans on helping your child grow in those areas. These are all completed through your local school district, and the evaluation can occur no earlier than age 3.    SINCE THRIVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER IS A PRESCHOOL, HOW DO YOU TRANSITION THE KIDS TO GRADE SCHOOL? CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT A TRANSITION PLAN IS AND HOW IS IT ACCOMPLISHED FOR YOUR STUDENTS?  The purpose of the transition plan is to work as closely with the incoming team from the school district as possible to create a plan that outlines how to transition the student from highly individualized and intensive instruction over to the public school model (and these models vary from district to district). It begins by reducing some of the more intensive supports that we provide in our setting and doing this systematically over time. For example, students will begin working with another student and one teacher (so 2:1 ratio) and working in larger classroom spaces that naturally have more distractions. Additionally, students are taught to be much more independent such as traveling throughout the building independently, and are able to unpack their belongings, get lunch items, pack up for dismissal, etc. Then, as the physical transition draws closer, we may make recommendations that the school personnel will either come here to Thrive to spend time getting to know and work with the student, or that we do the reverse and Thrive staff attend school services in the public school setting. This helps create a “bridge” of sorts so that the student can get adjusted over time and that the new staff learn the child and their needed supports. It makes it a more comfortable transition for everyone when we set the child (and the staff!) up for success!   WE HAVE BATTLED WITH SCHOOLS ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROPER IEP FOR STUDENTS WITH AUTISTM. IN YOUR EXPERIENCE, WHAT SHOULD PARENTS KNOW THAT THEIR STUDENT SHOULD HAVE AFTER LEAVING PRE-SCHOOL AND ENTERING GRADE SCHOOL IN TERMS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND RELATED SERVICES?  I would strongly encourage parents to request an observation of the classroom(s) well in advance of the IEP/transition. It's very important for parents to physically see WHAT and HOW children are being taught. When an IEP goal/objective is developed, it will not list a curriculum or teaching methodology. So, while you may agree on the goal, as a parent you really don't know how the child will get there. By physically seeing how the classroom is set up and functions, you can get a feel for how your child's learning time will be spent. Take notes while you are there: who is providing the instruction (teacher or the aide?) How much free time do the students have? What are they doing in their leisure time? Are students working independently in work stations on file folders and TEACCH boxes, or is the intervention interactive and does it provide modeling, rehearsal of skills and feedback? The “HOW” (way in which it's taught) is often much more meaningful than the WHAT (the goal/objective) alone.    SINCE THE PANDEMIC, HAVE YOU SEEN A LOT OF REGRESSION IN STUDENTS?  Unfortunately, yes – in academic performance, but more importantly there has also been regression in behavioral skills and life skills. Being at home all the time has created such difficulty for our students. It blurs the line between learning and leisure and has forced our parents to put on a whole new set of hats, which is stressful for parents and children alike. Students are not used to having mom or dad be their teacher, their speech pathologist, their occupational therapist, their classroom aide, etc. So, it is not uncommon to see the undesirable behaviors spike as a strong message of “NO, THANK YOU! School should not be my classroom and Mom should not be my teacher!” It's hard for everyone.  DO YOU THINK THAT THE REGRESSION SHOULD BE ADDRESSED WITH COMPENSATORY SERVICES AND WHAT WOULD THAT LOOK LIKE? TO ANSWER THIS QUESTION, CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT COMPENSATORY SERVICES ARE FIRST?  Compensatory services are provided when a child has missed a significant portion of services, usually due to absence. In a more typical year, compensatory services would be provided for a student who missed a lot of school due to medical issues, for example. This year, with services being unable to be provided (or at least provided adequately), it could absolutely be justified that additional services be requested by the family. Depending on the district, they may or may not be so flexible in discussing this as an option. They may say that they offered the services, but if your child has demonstrated an inability to benefit (or even participate) at all from the virtual services, then it should at least be discussed at a minimum.    LIKEWISE, CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT ESY IS AND WHETHER YOUR STUDENTS NEED SUMMER SERVICES TO PREVENT REGRESSION?  ESY refers to extended school year. ESY services are detailed in section 4 of the IEP. You and your child's educational team will determine whether your child qualifies for extended school year. There are a few options for qualifying. One of them is compensatory services, one of them is regression and recoupment and the final qualifier is nature and severity of the disability. Many of my students qualify for ESY under this category, in that their diagnosis of autism and their presenting profile often justify the need for consistent services throughout the summer months. The majority of my students are on toilet training programs and participate in behavioral reduction programs for very interfering behaviors. Not addressing those for a typical 10 week summer would have significant negative impact on the child's functioning and independence.  JACKIE- PARENTS HIRE OUR LAW FIRM WHEN THEY DON'T BELIEVE THAT A PUBLIC SCHOOL CAN SERVICE THEIR AUTISTIC STUDENT AND THEY REQUIRE A PRIVATE PLACEMENT, SUCH AS MONARCH OR LERNER OR EVEN RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT PLACEMENTS FOR OLDER, AUTISTIC STUDENTS. WHAT IS YOUR OPINION AS TO WHEN A STUDENT NEEDS A PRIVATE PLACEMENT VERSUS STAYING AT THEIR PUBLIC SCHOOL AND RECEIVING SPECIAL EDUCATION AND RELATED SERVICES?  In having done this over two decades and also having had the opportunity of working in both the private sector and in public school, I think that what really needs to be assessed in making that decision is this: Is the child's time at school at a level of productivity that progress (albeit even slow progress) is continually being made? When progress is stagnant, other options need to be explored – even if the child isn't highly behavioral. I think there is a false notion that the only children that should be placed out of district are those with severe behavioral needs, and that isn't true. In both cases, it is important to have a highly qualified person (such as a BCBA) come in and assess the situation and provide recommendations on how to improve the situation so that progress can be reinstated. If, after that happens, the staff are still unable to demonstrate that progress is happening (and we assess this through the data), then it is time to explore other educational options.   WE HAVE DEFENDED STUDENTS FOR VARIOUS STUDENT CONDUCT VIOLATIONS AND HAD TO GO TO MANIFESTATION HEARINGS, AND AT THE HEARING WE HAVE ARGUED THAT THE STUDENT DID NOT HAVE A PROPER BEHAVIOR PLAN. AS A BCBA, CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT THAT IS, WHAT IS A PROPER BEHAVIOR PLAN AND HOW CAN YOU DETERMINE WHETHER A BEHAVIOR ARISES OUT OF THE DISABILITY OR IS JUST BREAKING SCHOOL POLICY?  There is an automatic notion that individuals with a disability are always acting out on purpose – as a means to some self-serving end. This is just not true. This is why we need a thorough FBA conducted by a qualified BCBA. This process is to determine the function of why a behavior is occurring, and then to develop a behavioral intervention plan that addresses this behavior from a functional perspective. A quality FBA defines in detail what problem behavior is being demonstrated, the data that shows how often the behavior is occurring (this may also include how long the behavior occurs for, ex: refusal to work), what is likely to happen before the behavior is demonstrated (antecedents) and what happens during and after the behavior occurs as well (consequences).      But a solid FBA also goes further. It doesn't just list these things on a paper. Many times, I will get called to do an independent FBA and I review what the district has already done and next to the antecedents column, a teacher writes in “none” or the teacher writes “gave the student a worksheet- he got mad and had a meltdown.” A true FBA doesn't include subjective opinions (i.e. “he got mad”) or use terminology that is vague (“meltdown”). A true FBA investigates further. It includes indirect methods such as interviewing staff to ask clarifying questions and interviewing the family to get additional information that can serve as a setting event such as poor sleeping habits, or familial relationships. All of these factors are so important in truly understanding the “why” and addressing it properly. An objective and quality FBA will help determine underlying or internal factors that contribute to the acting out behavior. When we understand those more readily, we can create behavior plans that address the whole person's needs and identify the positive behaviors that we must teach in replacement.  

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