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Day 14 — The School Called Again
Before you call today a failure, I want you to hear this.
A kind word for tonight
The school name flashed across my phone; my stomach gave a turn. I wondered what had happened and what my child still needs to learn. A label isn't all the facts, and worry isn't proof. I need the what and when and why before I choose my move.
Before we stress, let's assess
Before we stress, let's assess. A useful behavior report identifies what happened before, during and after.
Step 1. Tonight’s reset
STOP: pause.
BREATHE: slow it down.
SAY WHAT THEY NEED: "Can you tell me what happened right before?"
Step 2. I DO → WE DO → YOU DO
I DO: model it.
WE DO: practice together.
YOU DO: try with support.
Step 3. One small action
Request a factual description, not just a behavior label.
Tomorrow, we can practice again. Spot the clue. Know what to do. We made it through the day.
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