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Positive Behaviour Support Strategies for Parents/Carers and Professionals of Students with Down syndrome Workshop with Educator, Alison Maunder

Speaker: Alison Maunder, Educator

Alison Maunder is an educator of over 20 years, specialising in literacy intervention for students with high-support needs. She has worked in a range of diverse learning environments, and since 2019, has developed and initiated a targeted reading program, working specifically with students with Down Syndrome. She is passionate about developing not only literacy skills but also the overall growth and well-being of all students. She strongly advocates for an inclusive educational environment where every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Alison will be exploring practical, relevant strategies for facilitating positive behaviour support, aimed specifically at young individuals with Down syndrome. These include research-based practices, as well as tips and tricks learned over many years of working with young people with Down syndrome. Strategies will target both long and short term goals, in home and school environments. Using an understanding of brain theory, this positive behaviour approach keeps the unique strengths and characteristics of each child at its core.

Date: 30th January 2024

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Format/Location: Online via Zoom

Cost: Free

This session will not be recorded

Slides and resources from this session will be shared following the presentation.

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Content Warning: Please note this facilitated workshop will discuss the topic of Down syndrome. Attendees are advised that statistics, life experiences and challenges associated with living with Down syndrome may be discussed, which may be triggering or confronting for some participants. We encourage all attendees to priorities self care, and note that participants are free to leave the event at any time.

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