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Topic of the month... "Fall"ing in to a routine
Topic of the month... "Fall"ing in to a routine
Some of the routines we have established at home is a visible work schedule on her desk( it’s laminated with Velcro). The schedule consists of both her synchronous and asynchronous class work. The schedule is labeled with the time slots as well as images of what she will be doing such as English language arts, math, reading, or any therapies she might have in school. The schedule also has designated break times where she is allowed a preferred task for 5- 10 minutes. This really helps her understand what is expected of her throughout the day and minimize any behaviors. The Velcro allows for quick exchange of images if there's a change in her schedule. I also try to have her build the schedule with my help which I feel gives her a sense of control and independence. I hope this helps.
Respectfully,
Christina A. Dail
Joseph Sims M.A. Ed.
3rd-5th SDC Teacher
Herk Bouris Elementary
"The very best thing you can do for the whole world is to make the most of yourself."
Abilene Soto
Special Education Teacher/Mod/Severe-Autism
Quail Valley Elementary School - TK/2
Teacher Tip: Fall "ing" to a Routine
Hello!
We are a few weeks into school, and man am I sure it has been tough for each, and every, one of us. My name is Joseph Sims, and I am the 3rd through 5th grade SDC teacher at Herk Bouris Elementary. These are some very interesting times, and I understand how frustrating they can be. Which brings me to my teacher tip. One of the best ways to alleviate any stress is by ensuring that we have very strict routines we stick to. Typically, in our classrooms, we have a schedule posted, or an individual visual schedule available for the students to see. This is important for two reasons: The first reason is that we notice students who have a visual representation of their schedule can transition from task to task, and feel more accomplished, as you praise them for each task they have completed. The second reason is that it helps build the routine of their schooling, at home. Over time, they will get used to checking their schedule, and the routine will continue to build.
Through time, you should be able to work in this routine, and it will soon help ease the stress!
Joseph sims
I am always pushing for interaction in my morning meeting like saying “Hi” or “Good Morning” and the parents are following through on their end to get the students to do the same. Also to have a fidget toy there for the student to keep them focused.
Abilene Soto
FROM OUR RELATED SERVICES TEAM
FROM OUR RELATED SERVICES TEAM
-Make a space dedicated to doing school work with all of the supplies you will need (pencils, paper, markers, crayons, ruler, calculator, token chart, first/then board, AAC device).
-Develop a schedule so that your student knows what to expect each day and throughout the week. This can be flexible but there should be a similar order to each of the days.
-Remember to give yourself, your student and your teachers lots of grace. We are all adapting to a new way of doing things.
Lindsey Gump-Occupational Therapist
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