What is ADHD?
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and is "one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or overly active" according to the CDC.
Supporting Students with ADHD
This video resource provides a wealth of information about teaching students with ADHD along with visuals that help support the information shared.
Take a moment to watch this to increase your knowledge of how to help support students who come into your classroom with attention related needs.
Articles & Podcasts
Find links to resources below
Teaching Resources & Strategies
Additional Teaching Strategies
Increase structure & routine
Explicit instruction, modeling, practice, & reinforcement of desired behaviors
Repeated instructions with opportunities to respond to demonstrate understanding
Provide breaks
Limit distractions
Break large tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks
Assistance with organization (see Executive Functioning )
MIU IV Offerings
Behavior Coach services to provide individual student recommendations and support
Click here to view the Coaching & Consultation Form or to request services.
Contact amanda.hoban@miu4.org or richael.fertig@miu4.org for more information.