Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: New Student Lacking Appropriate Social Skills I just received a new special needs student in my classroom from another state. He has had a very difficult time adjusting to our classroom and school rules. During the time he is in my regular ed classroom, he constantly hums or sings during independent work time, he refuses to complete work, and he has difficulty showing respect towards adults and acknowledging when someone is addressing his behavior. I would consider myself a moderately strict teacher and I make is a priority to stay consistent with the students. It is already March and we are heading into testing time. What are some ways that I can quickly get this child on the right track so that I can focus my attention on covering standards instead of behavior? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) There definitely needs to be an IEP in place for this student in order for him to keep on track with his goals. His behavior may be disrupting the general ed classroom but sometimes students with special needs have trouble understanding their behavior and how it is affecting others. An IEP will give both the student, his teachers, and parents a way to understand, communicate, and address these issues.