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Engaging Parents : Engaging Parents : Our NPSC SEAC JourneyOur NPSC SEAC Journey
Sharing of Best PracticesSharing of Best Practices
SEAC Provincial ConferenceSEAC Provincial Conference
May 2, 2015May 2, 2015Marie Derosier, Vice – Chair, NPSC SEACMarie Derosier, Vice – Chair, NPSC SEAC
Paula Mann – Superintendent of EducationPaula Mann – Superintendent of Education
Our AgendaOur Agenda
Board Profile Highlights of the SEAC Parent
Engagement Survey Parent Engagement Roundtable SEAC Communique SEAC Action Planning Process Annual Carousel Evening
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NPSC SEAC: Who We AreNPSC SEAC: Who We Are
Darlene Brooks: Chair, Community Living North Bay
Marie Derosier: Vice-Chair, Learning Disabilities Association, North Bay and Area
Brenda Restoule: Nipissing First Nation Representative
Jeannie Boissoneault: Nipissing Down Syndrome Society
Mary Duquette: Children’s Aid Society, District of Nipissing and Parry Sound
Dr. Mary Grise: Parent Representative
Kelly Van Buskirk: Parent Representative
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NPSC SEAC: Who We AreNPSC SEAC: Who We Are
Barbara McCool: School Board Chair
George Whittet: Trustee
Theresa Bitonti: Special Education Coordinator
Jennifer Palangio: Secondary Special Education Curriculum Lead
Paula Mann, Superintendent of Education
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NPSC ENDS Guide Our NPSC ENDS Guide Our Work:Work:
1.Students develop their Catholic faith.
2. Students acquire the necessary attitudes to lead a positive and healthy life.
3. Students are responsible, respectful and caring stewards of their world.
4. Students have knowledge and skills appropriate to their age and learning ability, to reach their full potential.
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Special EducationSpecial Education
Our Philosophy of Programs and ServicesOur Philosophy of Programs and Services
NPSC is committed to creating stimulating and nurturing learning environments for all students entrusted to its care.
Our Catholic school community respects, builds upon, and indeed celebrates the uniqueness of the individual, who is created in God’s image.
When specialized learning is required, our shared faith vision manifests in the integration of exceptional students in an atmosphere of loving acceptance, shared responsibility and continuous support.
A recognition that students with special needs are more like other students than unlike them, and a focus on abilities rather than disabilities, is the primary focus in our Catholic schools.
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Learning For All – Meeting The Needs Of All Learning For All – Meeting The Needs Of All Of Our StudentsOf Our Students
Special Education Advisory Director Senior Administration
Committee
Principals
Educational Classroom
Assistants Teachers
Parents
Volunteers Students Peers
Special Education Teacher Church Health and Social Services Partners
Classroom Resource Teacher Speech and Language Pathologist/CDA
Coordinator of Special Education Behaviour Manager Support
Teaching & Learning Through Technology
Community Agencies First Nation, Metis and Inuit Community
NPSC Board ProfileNPSC Board Profile
11 elementary Catholic schools
1 secondary Catholic School
5 municipalities (North Bay, Callander, Powassan, Sturgeon Falls, Mattawa)
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Students With Special Students With Special Education NeedsEducation Needs
Elementary: 22%
Secondary: 29%
Board Average: 24%
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SEAC Parent Engagement SEAC Parent Engagement Phase I: Survey Fall 2013Phase I: Survey Fall 2013
In October 2013, each of our elementary and secondary school(s) were invited to complete our SEAC Parent Engagement Survey.
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SEAC Parent Engagement SEAC Parent Engagement Survey Survey
Four Areas of Priority:
Identification, Placement and Review Process (IPRC)Individual Education Plan (IEP)CommunicationTechnology
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Profile of StudentsProfile of Students
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Length of Time Receiving Length of Time Receiving Special Education ServicesSpecial Education Services
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Identification, Placement and Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) ProcessReview Committee (IPRC) Process
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The Individual Education Plan (IEP): The Individual Education Plan (IEP): Helps Me Understand My Child’s Helps Me Understand My Child’s
Learning NeedsLearning Needs
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The Special Education The Special Education Guide For ParentsGuide For Parents
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CommunicationCommunication
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Technology:Technology:74% of parents feel their child’s 74% of parents feel their child’s program is supported through program is supported through
technology at schooltechnology at school
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Overall Themes and Overall Themes and Trends:Trends:
Supporting Students and Resources Transitioning Communication Staff Professional Development Parent Learning Opportunities
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IPRC Process:IPRC Process:
What Is Working Well?
Process allows for team approach to support student(s)Community / Therapist InvolvementHelps the transition from elementary to secondary
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IPRC Process:IPRC Process:
How Can We Improve?
Ensure there is time for parent inputEnsure student profile is reviewed with the IPRC committeeReview the assessment wait list time
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IEP Process:IEP Process:
What is Working Well?
IEP allows for communication between parent and teacherOpportunity for parent input including meetings to review implementation, goals and strategies throughout the school yearAccommodations are included and clear
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IEP Process:IEP Process:
How Can We Improve?
Use parent friendly languageFocus on staff development on special education needs and strategy implementationProvide increased support for students
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Communication:Communication:
What is Working Well?
Different forms of regular communication work well for parents. (i.e. agenda, communication book, personal phone calls, face to face meetings, emails)Timely responses and teacher contact regarding special needsPositive relationships with Teachers, EAs, Principals
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Communication:Communication:
How Can We Improve?
NPSC Parent Guide – make more clear to parentsParent friendly languageContinue regular contact with parents
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Technology:Technology:
What is working well?
Variety of technology and programs are available: iPAD, iPOD, laptops, specific software applications, literacy programs and APPSStudents like to learn with technology and this is availableInvolving agencies for training on specific programs
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Technology:Technology:
How Can We Improve?
Provide more parent information about the technology, how they can assist, support and opportunities to discuss technology with staffContinue staff development and training in this areaStudent training for specific programs and technology
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SEAC Parent SEAC Parent Roundtable April 2014:Roundtable April 2014:
Modelled from Board of Trustees Ownership Linkage sessions (Policy Governance)
Invitations to representatives of NPSC parents.
SEAC members acted as facilitators through group discussion of key.
Input gathered, analyzed and informed SEAC Priority Action Plan
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SEAC Parent Roundtable SEAC Parent Roundtable Discussion QuestionsDiscussion Questions
1. If we were meeting ten years from now and we were looking back on the last 10 years, what would you like to be able to say was beneficial to our students because of the Special Education Programs and Services provided by the Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board?
2. When considering our NPSC Special Education Programs and Services that we currently offer, please provide your top priority and an example of what is working well?
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SEAC Parent Roundtable SEAC Parent Roundtable Discussion QuestionsDiscussion Questions
3. When considering our NPSC Special Education Programs and Services that we currently offer, please provide your top priority and an example of how we can improve?
4. Regular and on-going communication is essential for your child’s success. From your experience, what do you see as effective and strong communication strategies?
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SEAC Parent RoundtableSEAC Parent RoundtableDiscussion QuestionsDiscussion Questions
5. The role of our NPSC Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) to is act as an advisory body with respect to the development and delivery of special education programs and services. Please provide your ideas and feedback on how SEAC can further support the education of students with special education needs at the Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board.
6. Are there any other ideas or comments you would like to add at this time?
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Our Next Steps:Our Next Steps:
Feedback shared with board, principals and school staff.
NPSC Parent Guide Review. Carousel Evening workshops reviewed to meet
feedback needs. Review all input as we review and plan special
education programs and services. Developed and distributed a SEAC Communique. Developed a Staff Engagement Survey 14-15 and will
develop a student survey 15-16
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NPSC Special Education NPSC Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)Advisory Committee (SEAC)Annual Carousel EveningAnnual Carousel Evening
NPSC SEAC’s Annual Parent Engagement Event
15th Anniversary (2000 -2015) Provides parents, educators and
community partners with an opportunity to learn in the area of Special Education.
Engagement with local community partners and pediatricians.
Collaboration with NPSC Parent Involvement Committee since 2013
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Featured Carousel Themes:Featured Carousel Themes:
Fostering Happy, Healthy and Whole Children.
Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Kids.
Learning Differences Fostering Collaboration Inclusion
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Featured Keynote SpeakersFeatured Keynote Speakers
2013 – Dr. Adele Lafrance Rich
(Laurentian University)
2014 – Dr. Bruce Ferguson
(Sick Kids Hospital)
2015 – Dr. Julie Corkett
(Nipissing University)
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Featured Workshop TopicsFeatured Workshop Topics
Self – Regulation Anxiety Transitions A Parent Perspective Supporting Autism Learning Differences Literacy Numeracy Integration of
Technology
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Questions?Questions?Thank you for your participation!Thank you for your participation!
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