Westfield Special Ed Committee Presents 'The Role of a Behaviorist in a Public School'
Shakira Czapla and Ann-Marie Kuba, behaviorists for Westfield Public Schools, will present.
Come join the Westfield Community for an evening of education and insightful conversation on Thursday, November 29th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m., at the Edison Intermediate School Library, located at 800 Rahway Ave. in Westfield, NJ. Have you ever wondered if your child's behavior in school can be specifically addressed? The study of Behavioral Psychology has been around for almost 100 years and is a very effective tool in helping children learn new skills and overcome maladaptive behaviors. Techniques, such as applied behavior analysis, behavioral modification and token economies can be utilized in the school environment as well. In a public school, such as Westfield, a behaviorist has a variety of roles and responsibilities. During this …
