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Show Notes: Oh My! The Functional Behavior Assessment
Episode Overview: In this final segment of the three-part series, Meredith and Tashia are joined by Dr. Stephanie Crawford (Director of Mental Health), Dr. Bernadette Pigeon (Mental Health Coordinator), and Ellen Kerkoff (Mental Health Lead) to demystify the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process in schools. The discussion covers when and why an FBA is used, how it differs from other evaluations, and what parents can expect.
Key Topics Covered:
- What is a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)?
- Signs a student might need an evaluation beyond academics
- When and why an FBA is triggered
- The difference between an FBA and a psycho-educational evaluation
- The process for parents to request a B ...