Back to school… ALREADY?
Does anyone else remember back to when we were kids and the end of year holidays went F.O.R.E.V.E.R. ? Now they’re they’re over in a blink of an eye and moreso, our kids are feeling like it goes by super fast too! But, no matter how long or short the holidays felt, back to school is BACK. This is how we set up for a new year.
Grieving Through Term 4
For some, this blog’s title may create intrigue or confusion but for others they’ll know EXACTLY what I mean immediately. The end of year brings big emotions of all kinds, and this one I’m talking about specifically is a doozy. This feeling of grief and mourning that I am referring to is the complex and layered emotions that arise with the end of the school year.
Supports & accommodations work only when they’re used.
Duh, right? You’re probably rolling your eyes at this title, seeing me write one of the most obvious sentences in the world - something only works when its used?! Definitely not reinventing the wheel on this statement.
I know it’s obvious but I’m also serious in stating this as a reminder to stop and reflect.
No to Neuronormative Expectations!
ANOTHER ‘neuro’ word, and this one is critical to understand, identify, and most importantly, unlearn. To be truly neuroaffirming, we need to unlearn Neuronormativity. So, what is Neuronormativity?
Spiky Profiles - have you heard of them?
It’s a concept that has been around for awhile but is semi-known, I heard about it last year and simultaneously loved it and wanted to adjust it. Spiky Profiles are a great way to have a visual representation of an individuals strengths, hurdles, and areas that need support.
Hi, This is Me! A Social Story
I want to tell you about and welcome to the world my newest idea! An empowering, self advocacy Social Journal that you can develop and add on. Absent of colour, ready to make it YOU and YOURS!
The Power of Social Stories
Social stories can hold immense power when used correctly (to support & encourage - NOT coerce & control) to reduce anxiety of an event or experience. In fact, I bet you make social stories sometimes without even realising it!