Championing Neurodiversity
Championing Neurodiversity
Helping Your Child Thrive in a Neurotypical World
Monday 19 August | 7 pm AEST
https://schools.happyfamilies.com.au/championing-neurodiversity/
Life for a neurodivergent child is a journey of highs and lows, marked by the joy of mastering new skills and the challenges of setbacks. As their parent or teacher, your support is crucial.
Educators, parents, and carers of children who are diagnosed as neurodivergent, are undergoing assessment, or are suspected to be neurodivergent are invited to join us for Championing Neurodiversity. This empowering webinar is designed to equip you with practical insights and strategies to help children with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent conditions flourish.
Dr. Justin Coulson will help you:
- Celebrate the unique strengths of your neurodivergent child
- Support your child’s individual needs
- Provide better behavioral and emotional support
- Improve communication and social skills
- Build resilience in your neurodivergent child
- Encourage collaboration and advocacy
Whether you’re a parent or teacher, this webinar will provide the knowledge, encouragement, and community support needed to help neurodivergent children thrive in a neurotypical world. Join us to make a positive impact on their lives, helping them grow, succeed, and find joy in their journey.
Last week, our staff attended a presentation by the Learning Diversity Consultant from the Melbourne Archdiocese of Catholic Schools (MACS), as part of our ongoing professional development in neuro-affirming educational practices.
What is neuro-affirming?
It is a way of being that is respectful and inclusive of neurodivergent individuals and their experiences. It acknowledges that neurodivergent individuals have diverse ways of thinking, processing, and interacting with the world, and it promotes an understanding and acceptance of these differences.
As the science of neurodiversity continues to grow and evolve, it is crucial for everyone involved in the lives and education of children to evaluate, challenge, reflect upon, and refine current understandings and practices. This ensures we meet the needs of all our children in a positive and affirming manner.
As a staff, we took a deep dive into our teaching practices, instructional and teaching language, behaviour management, classroom environments, resource selection, yard expectations, communication, supporting conflict, and much more!
Here are a few slides from the presentation that our staff found powerful and informative.
