Holly Smith
Holly Smith, Ph.D., ABD, has been a credentialed school psychologist for the past 10 years, has experience working as a social worker dealing with families and children, and has taught graduate-level courses in psychology.
In her former role as a social worker, she was tasked with providing education and training tofamilies during difficult times in their lives. She provided education and support in the areas of coping with crisis situations, making healthy decisions and choices, effectively parenting and co-parenting, overcoming homelessness, and improving self-esteem to help families function effectively with the goal of keeping them together. She presently teaches psychology classes through several colleges, and works as the Executive Director of a non-profit educational organization. For more information, please visit www.healingheartsnetwork.com.
Latest Articles
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Christmas Spirit & Giving from the Heart
Christmas is a time of year to be thankful for what we have, for our families, and for the blessings in our lives.
Dec 21, 2010
- Holly Smith
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The Utopian Educational Environment
Utopian workplaces are possible in many small districts and in larger districts with principals who assume personal accountability for their school.
Dec 20, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Administration in Special Education
Important competencies for special education administrators include an understanding of policy and law, organizational management, and resource allocation.
Dec 20, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Typical Teens and Tweens
Parenting teens and tweens is often a confusing, yet exhilarating time. Parental involvement is crucial to boost parent-child relationship.
Dec 18, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Marriage and the Value of "Till Death Do Us Part"
Some people still rigidly stand by the belief that "they need to stick it out for better or worse."
Dec 18, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Foster Youth with Disabilities & Special Education
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that requires districts to provide a free appropriate public education.
Dec 15, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Special Education Tools and Resources
A parent, advocate, or any other person or group may file a complaint if they believe the district has violated her child's legal rights.
Dec 15, 2010
- Holly Smith
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LRE and Your Child
The least restrictive environment (LRE) provides opportunities and supports for all learners to receive educational benefit.
Dec 14, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Special Education Eligibility Criteria
Special education is a program designed to meet the unique educational needs of children with disabilities who meet eligibility criteria under the law.
Dec 13, 2010
- Holly Smith
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Advocacy in Special Education
Special education advocates offer services to families and students in an effort to improve access to meaningful education for students with disabilities.
Dec 13, 2010
- Holly Smith
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