School Development Day
for Student Learning Support Officers
Activity 1 - Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The podcast and article below explore practical ways that schools can support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. While these resources provide useful strategies, it is important to note that strategies should be implemented to meet the specific needs of individual students. After engaging with these resources, reflect on what the key takeaways are for yourself and your work with students at Camdenville.
Resource One - 'Classroom Adjustments: Autism Spectrum Disorder' - NCCD
Resource Two - 'Supporting Students with Autism: Strategies that work in the classroom' - Roselyn Dixon, 2019
Reflection - Answer the reflection questions on this Google Form
Resource One - 'Classroom Adjustments: Autism Spectrum Disorder' - NCCD
Resource Two - 'Supporting Students with Autism: Strategies that work in the classroom' - Roselyn Dixon, 2019
Reflection - Answer the reflection questions on this Google Form
Activity 2 - Supporting Students with ADHD
'Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a long-term problem that results in poor concentration and control of impulses. It can affect a child's learning and social interactions, and can have a big impact on family functioning.
It's estimated one in 20 children in Australia have ADHD. It is more common in boys than girls.
The exact causes of ADHD are unknown, but it tends to run in families, so genes play some part. ADHD is not caused by poor parenting.
With good supports at home and school, and, in some cases, medication treatment, a child with ADHD can live a successful life.'
-RCH, 2021
It's estimated one in 20 children in Australia have ADHD. It is more common in boys than girls.
The exact causes of ADHD are unknown, but it tends to run in families, so genes play some part. ADHD is not caused by poor parenting.
With good supports at home and school, and, in some cases, medication treatment, a child with ADHD can live a successful life.'
-RCH, 2021
Listen to the podcast below which explores practical strategies to support students with ADHD. Use the Google Form below to reflect on your work with students at Camdenville.
Resource One - 'Classroom Adjustments: ADHD' - NCCD
Reflection - Answer the reflection questions on this Google Form
