Hugging Porcupines: Practical Strategies to Support Students with Challenging Behaviors
Part of ISTELive 2026Presented by Mike Anderson
Tuesday 30 June 2026·11:30 am
Kids who struggle in school need us to use strategies that are warm AND demanding, supportive AND empowering. They also need us to use an integrated approach--one that values positive relationships, effective management, and engaging academics. In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies that strike this tricky balance.
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