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Before assuming non-compliance, gather comprehensive evidence about the student's abilities. This step requires careful observation and documentation: Has the student successfully completed similar tasks before? Was the task completion consistent and fluent? Did they demonstrate mastery multiple times? Can they complete the task in different settings or with different people? Do they show consistent performance across similar assignments?

In classrooms everywhere, teachers face a tough decision: when students struggle with a text, should we lower the Lexile level to “meet them where they are”? On the surface, it feels compassionate. But lowering the text too far risks keeping students from the very experiences that build reading strength. ✅ The challenge is not whether students can access grade-level texts. The challenge is how we help them get there.

Artificial intelligence (AI) & machine learning are no longer futuristic concepts. They are already transforming industries, from healthcare to entertainment, & are becoming essential skills for students to learn. But how can high school educators introduce these concepts in a way that is engaging & accessible? Practical strategies are shared for integrating AI & machine learning into the classroom, along with easy-to-understand lessons & resources to help teachers introduce