Unlocking Potential: Including students with Down syndrome in the classroom - for educators
Event description
Join us for the first South Australian Education and Inclusion event, tailored for educators wanting to explore ways to create classrooms where every student, including those with Down syndrome, thrive. This professional development day is for any educator, including classroom teachers at any level, specialist teachers, leadership, and support staff.
Please see our parent event if you are a family member wanting to know more about inclusion for your child with Down syndrome.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of what inclusion is and the principles that underpin inclusive education.
- Learn practical strategies and tools for teaching students with Down syndrome.
- Discover ways to foster positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.
- Explore ways to adjust the curriculum and provide accommodations for students with Down syndrome.
A more detailed program will be released early in 2024.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon included.
Speakers
Paula Kilgallon | Education Manager, Down Syndrome Victoria
Paula is an experienced teacher who has worked in primary schools in both Australia and overseas. She also has experience teaching socially disadvantaged children with Berry Street. Paula has post graduate qualifications in Psychology, having completed a Graduate Diploma in Psychology and a Graduate Diploma in Professional Psychology with Monash University. Paula joined the DSV Education Support Team in January 2019, and is committed to helping students with Down syndrome achieve their goals.
Ro O’Dwyer | Education Manager, Down Syndrome Victoria
Ro is an experienced classroom and Reading Recovery teacher who has worked in a variety of educational settings over many years. Ro completed graduate studies in Special Education and joined DSV as an education consultant in 2019. Ro is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with teachers to support schools to become more inclusive environments for young people with Down syndrome.