Navigating Complexities: Behavioral Challenges and Advocacy in Special Education
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| Title: | Navigating Complexities: Behavioral Challenges and Advocacy in Special Education |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Fallon E. Graham (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership. 2026 29(2):15-25. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 11 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Elementary Education Grade 4 Intermediate Grades |
| Descriptors: | Elementary School Students, Grade 4, Students with Disabilities, Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Special Education, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Parent Teacher Cooperation, School Role, Advocacy, Trust (Psychology), Individualized Education Programs, Teacher Role, School Responsibility, Aggression, Violence |
| Geographic Terms: | Virginia |
| DOI: | 10.1177/15554589251344287 |
| ISSN: | 1555-4589 |
| Abstract: | This case study examines the complex dynamics involved in managing the behavioral challenges of an elementary special education student. The focus is on the interactions between the school, the student's parents, and special education advocate. The student's disciplinary record, which includes multiple incidents of physical aggression, resulted in significant challenges for the school's staff, including an incident that sent a teacher to the emergency room. Key incidents and responses are analyzed to provide insights into effective strategies and areas for improvement in special education settings. The case highlights the role of communication and collaboration between the school, parents, and advocates. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1504971 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This case study examines the complex dynamics involved in managing the behavioral challenges of an elementary special education student. The focus is on the interactions between the school, the student's parents, and special education advocate. The student's disciplinary record, which includes multiple incidents of physical aggression, resulted in significant challenges for the school's staff, including an incident that sent a teacher to the emergency room. Key incidents and responses are analyzed to provide insights into effective strategies and areas for improvement in special education settings. The case highlights the role of communication and collaboration between the school, parents, and advocates. |
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| ISSN: | 1555-4589 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/15554589251344287 |
