One of the biggest concerns schools raise during grading reform is:

“What about special education?”

In Episode 29 of Fires in Grading, Becky, Don, and Garth are joined by special guest Danica Lewis to unpack the complicated and often misunderstood relationship between special education and standards-based grading.

Together, the team explores common misconceptions around IEPs, accommodations, modified expectations, grading practices, and student support systems. The conversation focuses on how standards-based learning can actually create greater clarity and communication for students, teachers, and families when implemented thoughtfully.

Whether you are a classroom teacher, interventionist, administrator, or special education teacher, this episode provides a practical perspective on ensuring grades communicate learning while still honoring student needs and supports.

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