In Case Study #2, my student, Jessica, is a 15 year old female with an intellectual disability. She attends a high school where she is enrolled in the Special Education program. As of late, Jessica is demonstrating inappropriate behaviors towards her peers and teachers. In addition, Jessica parents seems to be very protective of her and does not require her to assist around the home. Because of that, Jessica is completely reliant on her parents for her basic skills needs such as ironing, cleaning and cooking, and using public transportation. On the other hand, Jessica parents are certain she will attend a university one day, yet their unsure how to assist her with this transition. Moreover, Jessica is unsure about her career, but she does know she loves working with “pretty things” like flowers, painting and sculptures.…
Knowing what you know about Andrea’s responsibilities, what challenges can you identify to bringing Andrea into partnership with her child care teachers?…
LM receives Special Education services as a student with a Serious Emotional Disability (primary) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (secondary). He has also been diagnosed with AD/HD and currently takes number of medications for this. The mental health provider indicates that they are currently working recognizing social cues and understanding social interactions, and struggles with his ability to be flexible with changes in routines.…
It is strongly encouraged that prior to any intervention sessions, the teacher should set a date to meet with Jerry’s mom and explain both the pros and cons of Jerry performance in the classroom setting. Both the teacher and Jerry’s mom should come up with realistic solutions in helping Jerry becoming more a more effective student.…
This case study is about David (name change to protect the student), a ninth grade student classified autism spectrum disorder and anxiety disorder. David is enrolled in inclusion classes for his academic subjects. David has had difficulty making the transition to high school. He is failing his classes and his parents and teachers report that his poor organizational skills decrease his ability to complete work independently and on time. The objective of this case study is for David to become independent in recording, tracking and completing all assignments assigned by the teachers, and turn them in on time. The starting point for the team was to review the initial assessment of the student. The following assessments were considered within this…
Participants in Viviana and I’s research included 144 East High students. These student ranged from 9th-11th grade but could be broken up into 18 freshmen, 33 sophomores, 69 juniors, and 24 seniors. These students are part of a large school with roughly 1328 kids. Some other participants included Ms. Burkhart and Ms. Beekmann. These two ladies make up the attendance office at East High. They work daily with incoming visitors as well as the attendance of students. Lastly, our principal, Mr. Todd, played a crucial role in our study. Mr. Todd has been the principal of East High for many years now and has become very familiar with the school and its…
If a teacher believes a student may need accommodations, parents must immediately be contacted. The student must also be given all tests that determine the comprehension level and ability of the student. Once all tests have been administered, all other teachers must be notified if the student may require additional accommodations. There must be a constant stream of communication between parents, teachers and counselors to monitor and document the student’s…
Bailey’s mother, Mrs. Stanton, reports that Bailey is a thirteen-year-old seventh grade female attending Hope Middle School in the Valley County School district. English is the primary language spoken at home where she lives with her mother, father, and two sisters age fifteen and seventeen. Also her older brother is usually home from college for weekends. Bailey’s siblings are bright, ambitious, and identified as academically gifted with differentiated education plans. Bailey does not seem as motivated as her three older siblings, yet this has not resulted in any problems. She has a good relationship with all of her family members. There were no pregnancy complications, serious illnesses, or medical conditions. Bailey is a healthy child that has progressed normally through infancy, childhood, elementary and middle school years. From an early age, she was exposed to a literacy rich environment having home access to numerous books that were read to her and many trips to the public library for more books and storytime. Bailey also attended preschool. She has no social,…
As a member of staff in school it is my responsibility as with others to recognise when a child may be struggling to cope with a transition in their life and to act accordingly by representing an outreach…
The sooner any changes are spotted in a child or young person the the more help and support can be given to them and these can be addresses and referred to suitable agencies or professionals with in the school team.…
Today is the first Friday back from vacation in January. You have been advised that Quan, a new child to the program, will be in your class on Monday. His parents have called and asked that you return their call to discuss how you will be helping Quan acclimate to the program, and what they can do to help him make friends and feel comfortable. On the same day you find out that Quan (from the previous situation) is coming to school, you are informed that Ashley, who has cerebral palsy, will be joining your class on Tuesday. You are told that she shakes and stutters. Your program supervisor wants to know what you will do to help her adjust and become part of your classroom.…
Some resolutions to consider would be allowing the child to participate in communication and social activities, join support groups for the parents and the children and allow the students…
3. Understand how to monitor children and young people’s development and interventions that should take place if this is not following expected pattern…
This pack has been produced to help people in a support role, raise awareness of the importance of effective communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults who are working in an educational environment. The pack will be separated into three key areas,…
What are classroom accommodations or modifications that might assist Steve in improving tasks completion and in working with peers?…