Hanging In: Strategies For Teaching The Students Who Challenge Us Most

Many students arrive at school with unique mixtures of family histories, traumatic experiences, and special needs that test our skills and try our patience. In Hanging In, veteran educator Jeffrey Benson shows educators the value of tenacity and building connections in teaching students who most need our help. This essential guide includes detailed portraits based on real-life students whose challenges inhibited their classroom experience—and how they achieved success; strategies for analyzing students' challenges and developing individualized plans; recommendations for teachers and support staff; and advice for administrators to support all students. Teaching these students can be challenging but rewarding, and this book provides inspiration and practical ideas for creating a supportive classroom environment.