<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Huddle Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddle Up]]></description><link>https://mphillips9948.wixsite.com/my-site-2/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:00:49 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.huddleupcare.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Our Favorite OT Resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team One of the best parts about occupational therapy and teletherapy is that activities that address a variety of skills do not need to be difficult, hard to find, or have many components. ‍ By taking everyday activities and tweaking or targeting different skills, you can address a variety of skills while also increasing the odds that a student will generalize those skills in the classroom. ‍ I've been loving this activity  for handwriting activities  for my elementary...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/our-favorite-ot-resources</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694cbff175ac6f3c3d8cf6d0</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_bbd67bf23f8548fc823e6c645a2ae6fb~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The Huddle Up Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Teach Kids to Cope with Losing]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Caroline Bologna This article was originally posted on huffpost.com  on February 9, 2022, and on DotCom Therapy. It has been updated as DotCom Therapy is now Huddle Up. ‍ If you’ve ever played sports or other competitive games, you know that losing is tough. Watching your child lose can be just as difficult. But as much as parents may want their kids to win all the time, what’s more important is learning to lose with grace. “Good sportsmanship is an important skill for play and learning on...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/how-to-teach-kids-to-cope-with-losing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694cc0c575ac6f3c3d8cf87d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_9d05377cf7ec4e3ca9dd813966fa9f85~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_334,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caroline Bologna</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Create an Optimal Learning Environment for Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team This article was originally published on DotCom Therapy and has been updated as DotCom Therapy is now Huddle Up. ‍ Creating an optimal learning environment plays a significant role in supporting the mental health and overall well-being of children. As educators, parents, and employers, we have a shared responsibility to help children and adolescents cope with the stressors of everyday life. In this guide, we list 10 ways to create an optimal learning environment for...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/10-ways-to-create-an-optimal-learning-environment-for-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694cbac775ac6f3c3d8cec7c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_0ff52a894ff94a978bc9fed7e4d93643~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 Tips for Prioritizing Your Mental Health as a Special Education Provider]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team As a school mental health provider, you demonstrate a commitment each day to supporting students with empathy and care. However, it's far too common for providers to overlook their own well-being. The emotional demands, busy schedules, and systemic challenges of your role can put a significant strain on your mental health. At Huddle Up, we know that prioritizing your own mental health isn't just a choice; it's vital for maintaining your effectiveness and resilience. ‍...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/4-tips-for-prioritizing-your-mental-health-as-a-special-education-provider</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c1037922cfc95692fab73</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_657764f970e742f7ab60491f3a609e77~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virtual IEP Care at Huddle Up]]></title><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/virtual-iep-care-at-huddle-up</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c0d7b922cfc95692fa4cd</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://vimeo.com/1086436134?fl=pl&amp;fe=vl" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How AI Can Help Students with Learning Disabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team In classrooms across the country, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept; it's becoming a powerful partner in everyday learning. From personalized math practice to real-time reading support, AI is helping students learn in ways that are smarter, faster, and more adaptable. But for students with learning disabilities, these tools can really be life changing. ‍ Learning challenges such as dyslexia, ADHD, or autism often come with unique...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/how-ai-can-help-students-with-learning-disabilities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c0e327b5d4818ec469bce</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_0ac3820190124bdebae702e0789a94ed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_976,h_683,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips for Special Education Teachers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team Special education teachers don’t just teach — they build bridges, spark confidence, and help students discover their strengths. This guide is here to support you with real strategies, encouragement, and tools you can use every day in the classroom. ‍ From personalizing instructions to navigating emotional and behavioral challenges, the work of a special education teacher is both incredibly rewarding and uniquely demanding. Their day-to-day duties often extend beyond...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/tips-for-special-education-teachers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694bfbe97b5d4818ec466e01</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_eee795746f894b7a8de5f8eff40de6d1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_200,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How School Affects Mental Health [and vice versa]]]></title><description><![CDATA[By: Jackie Wight, MA, LPC, Director of Mental Health Services at DotCom Therapy (DotCom Therapy is now Huddle Up) It is undeniable that our children are experiencing a mental health crisis . Many believe this crisis was underway prior to the pandemic, as rates of mental illness were already on the rise, but the pandemic has had a significant impact. Navigating childhood and adolescence is already a time of change, transition, worries, distress, and developmentally expected challenges. All of...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/how-school-affects-mental-health-and-vice-versa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694cbeea75ac6f3c3d8cf4dd</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_ef03088e604f4128ac8c78d34d5f1398~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_334,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pros &#38; Cons of Remote Work as a Speech-Language Pathologist]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nicole Pounds, MS CCC-SLP, Director of Content &#38; Community at Huddle Up Remote work opportunities continue to be prominent in the business world, with many companies offering remote or hybrid options to their employees. In fact, the majority of employees in a recent survey said that they would prefer to work 100% remotely and that they would choose a better work-life balance over a pay increase if given the option. ‍ While a 100% remote position is often not an option for school employees,...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/pros-cons-of-remote-work-as-a-speech-language-pathologist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c13a6922cfc95692fb3d7</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_c55d0363ebe14e0088af6ac0f4c58feb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leveraging Collaborative Virtual Therapy to Better Serve IEP Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team The landscape of education has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years, and one of the most notable changes is the rise of remote therapy services for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Early adopters of remote therapy in K-12 education found themselves at the forefront of a movement that finally addressed some of the inequities created by critical shortages of qualified clinicians. ‍ However, not all remote therapy options are...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/leveraging-collaborative-virtual-therapy-to-better-serve-iep-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c1263e0456745429fa2b6</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_68f7f9e0efdc4944b9cfe8d6bf94ee82~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virtual School Psychology | Your Burning Questions Answered]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up SLP Team DotCom Therapy is now Huddle Up ‍ If you’re an administrator in special education, you’re probably experiencing challenges finding and retaining a qualified school psychologist - and you’re not alone. Schools nationwide are struggling to fill open positions due to resignations, attrition, and lack of overall applicants. ‍ To make matters even more difficult, the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), reports a lack of graduate programs for those who...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/virtual-school-psychology-your-burning-questions-answered</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c15ae922cfc95692fb978</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_93c4e7016d074b6590a20c06bb414cdc~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's the Secret to Building a Thriving School Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team This article was originally published on DotCom Therapy and has been updated as DotCom Therapy is now Huddle Up. ‍ If there’s one thing we know about schools, it’s that they believe strongly in their students. ‍ Through our partnerships  with school districts around the country, we’ve seen innovative groups of people coming together to bring about creative solutions for their communities because they know that if a student’s support network is thriving, it increases the...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/here-s-the-secret-to-building-a-thriving-school-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694cbc01922cfc95693132c1</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_14bcad0cfdb247eba217a6615e6fba67~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_500,h_334,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huddle Up Fireside Chat with Fort Smith Public Schools]]></title><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/huddle-up-fireside-chat-with-fort-smith-public-schools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694bfb8c00b0d11d8888c5d1</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/Xm7cIAGdFZ0" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Value of Huddle Up]]></title><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/the-value-of-huddle-up</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c0d2d922cfc95692fa3f2</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://vimeo.com/935852956/0f28be581d?fl=pl&amp;fe=vl" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managing Election Stress]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team Students perceive political events differently than the adults around them due to less involvement in the process while being exposed to the information. Oftentimes, students only hear snippets of political discussions which leads to confusion and fear. The constant media coverage as well as adult discussions can increase symptoms of anxiety. Students are also highly perceptive and can sense the stress and worry adults like their parents and teachers may feel during...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/managing-election-stress</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694c149b7b5d4818ec46ab44</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:25:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_bdf18876e19b46a4a8c68e92c3293053~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Write Goals and Objectives for IEPs: A Practical Guide for School Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Writing strong, actionable IEP goals isn’t just a compliance issue – it’s a reflection of how well a team understands a student’s current needs, growth potential, and support landscape. For educators, therapists, and district teams alike, clarity around how to write goals and objectives for an IEP is key to meaningful progress. ‍ At Huddle Up, we help school districts turn goal writing from a vague task into a collaborative opportunity. This guide will walk you through the process of writing...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/how-to-write-goals-and-objectives-for-ieps-a-practical-guide-for-school-teams</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694bf8367b5d4818ec466454</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 14:29:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_cac8aa6d309d4e409af452a5e13d9d27~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_500,h_333,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Often Do IEP Meetings Occur?]]></title><description><![CDATA[By the Huddle Up Team ‍ Why IEP Meeting Frequency Matters ‍ An Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting is more than a box to check – it is the foundation for meaningful special education service. ‍ At Huddle Up, we view these meetings as the heartbeat of the support system for students with disabilities. They bring parents, educators, and specialists together to discuss progress, challenges, and adjustments that will help every child access their education. ‍ If you’ve ever asked...]]></description><link>https://www.huddleupcare.com/post/how-often-do-iep-meetings-occur</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694ad49749cd504c60cbf05d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:43:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7c7e5c_ea04112043924f2eaef1d396c0929917~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_718,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dan762399</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>