Neuro-Affirming Education

Emma-Rose Parsons @ Spectrum House

Neuro-divergent students need educators; teachers, learning assistants, wellbeing teams and school psychologists to support them well.

The Sebel Melbourne Ringwood

U﻿nderstanding and Supporting Neuro-Divergent students is vital. Creating a safe education environment for these students, has a significant impact on mental health and academic outcomes. C﻿ome along for this interactive day of learning, and unlearning. Upskill yourself to better support your neuro-divergent students. Please note: A﻿lthough neuro-divergent individuals could range widely, this presentation will focus mostly on the needs of autistic students and ADHDers.K﻿ey Take Aways:<ul><li>U﻿nderstanding the language and why it matters.</li><li>U﻿nderstanding the neuro-affirming movement.</li><li>U﻿npacking expectations that are unhelpful in many schools.</li><li>W﻿hat changes can we make in our schools to support neuro-diversity.</li><li>W﻿orking with your students to make collaborative changes</li><li>M﻿anaging the competing demands of the classroom.</li><li>C﻿hanges to the yard that may be helpful to consider.</li><li>C﻿ommunication considerations. </li></ul>Presented by:Emma-Rose Parsons is a psychologist, speaker and board-approved supervisor who opened Spectrum House in 2008. She works both in private clinical practice and with schools, assisting teaching teams to find solutions to mental health concerns in the education environment. She enjoys giving interactive and lively presentations, which are practical and meaningful.Relevant VRQA Standards:Curriculum and Student Learning – Student learning outcomesCare, Safety and Welfare of Students – Safe environmentT﻿ea/Coffee and Lunch provided.

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