executive function development: a school-wide initiative to promote student growth presented by: dr....
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Executive Function Development: A School-Wide Initiative to Promote Student Growth
Presented by:Dr. Nicole Meshbesher, School
PsychologistDaniel Peabody, School Counselor
Why are we here?Session Objectives – Participants will…
Understand how executive functions (EF) develop.
Discuss the importance of EF in learning and in student achievement.
Learn about the HCPSS district EF development program (The LD/ADHD Initiative).
Explore how Patapsco Middle School infused EF development into staff professional learning and instructional practice over the past 2 years.
Walk away with ideas for student EF development in their school buildings.
It was a dark and stormy night…Form groups of 4-6Complete the group activity as
directed.This activity is part of the
Patapsco Middle School staff, student and parent EF modules.
What are Executive Functions?Patapsco Middle School Executive
Function Module for students
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Benefit to the studentsBenefit to the school
Remote Control ActivityEach participant receives a
remote control worksheet.Complete and discuss.This activity is part of the
Patapsco Middle School student and parent EF modules.
The HCPSS LD/ADHD Initiative
HCPSS LD / ADHD Initiative led by Emily Hurd
Train-the-Trainer Model
Lead team at all schools:• School Psychologists• School Counselors• Alternative Education Teachers• Cluster Nurses• Pupil Personnel Workers
HCPSS LD / ADHD Initiative led by Emily Hurd
LD/ADHD Initiative: Resource Modules
Executive FunctionsModule 1:
Understand the creation of the Executive Functions ModulesLearn the definition of executive functionsIdentify characteristics of executive functions Develop awareness of the development of executive skillsReview definitions of Learning Disabilities, ADHD and Autism
Module 2: Identify your own executive functioning strengths and
weaknesses Learn strategies to teach or enhance:
Planning/Organization skillsOrganization of materialsShifting and Initiating
HCPSS LD / ADHD Initiative led by Emily Hurd
LD/ADHD Initiative: Resource Modules
Executive FunctionsModule 3:
Learn strategies to develop or enhance: Emotional Control skillsWorking Memory
Module 4:Learn strategies to develop or enhance:
Self-monitoring skillsAttention skillsInhibition skills
The Knight WayImplementation of the EF Modules
at Patapsco Middle School◦Delivery of staff development modules◦Development of the student and
parent modules◦Collection of feedback◦Creation of the Executive Function
Design Team◦Ongoing staff development for EF
Supports
The Word on the StreetVideo of student reactions to the
Executive Function Modules
How do you Function?Participants complete a self-
assessment of their Executive Functions.
The self-assessment is part of the Patapsco Middle School staff, student and parent EF modules.
DiscussionWhat are the most important
skills for students to develop?What might a teacher do to
encourage this development?
Pay Attention ActivityParticipants complete an exercise
that highlights the Executive Function of Sustained Attention.
This exercise is part of the Patapsco Middle School student EF Module.
Instructional & Environmental SupportsInstructional Supports
◦Team planning around organization and time management support structures.
◦Ongoing professional development by the school-based EF team.
Environmental Supports◦Standing Desks◦Stability Balls
DiscussionWhat ideas do you have to
promote EF development in your school?
What are some potential challenges?
What resources would you need?What would be the desired
benefit for your students? For your school?
