NEST Inclusion Program
Rio del Mar Elementary
A Note from NEST Inclusion Specialist:
NEST Support during Distance Learning
Dear NEST families,
As you know we are transitioning to a Distance Learning school model for at least the next month, perhaps longer. As you can imagine, this is new territory for our program and we appreciate your patience as we navigate these uncharted waters for our Inclusion Program. We are dedicated to continue to support the students in our NEST inclusion program through consistent communication with families and electronic resources as needed.
This page will serve as just one way in which we can offer you services and support while you provide your child with educational experiences at home. In addition to this page, I will be reaching out to each family individually, to establish a learning and support plan as well as to determine the best way to maintain communication and support for your child in the next several weeks.
This page will also serve as a hub for Speech and Language Support links, Occupational Therapy Links as well as Behaviorist support. I will include electronic links for each of your child's IEP service providers so that you can easily contact them as needed. Additionally, each of these service providers will be reaching out to you as well.
As each student in the NEST has their own unique educational plan, I will be individually arranging a scheduled check in with each family based on the needs of their child. However, the links provided in this site can also serve as a way to reach us directly if you need immediate assistance or have a question. I will also post helpful links and resources for your reference. I will be reaching out to you next week with an individualized student IEP matrix with recommended resource activities or accommodations as well as a recent IEP progress report. Please look for these items in your email inbox.
Sincerely,
Rachael Jones and the NEST Team
A Note from our NEST Inclusion BCBA:
A note from Heather Pint (NEST BCBA)
As we navigate these uncertain times, we realize behavior at home may be a challenge. As things come up, please know our program BCBA (Behavior Analyst) is here to help. She can be reached at: heather_pint@pvusd.net for questions or to set up a phone consult. Please reach out!
What NEST Supports can parents expect during Distance Learning?
Weekly Behavior and/or Academic Check In's (via email, phone or Zoom)
Resources for Social Stories, academic supports, Positive Reinforcement Systems
Assistance with reaching IEP service providers
Weekly monitoring of General Education curriculum and supports with curriculum modification ideas (if applicable)
IEP Goal updates via Progress Report and IEP Goal Matrix (this will be sent out individually via email)
Weekly communication with each NEST student's general education teacher, as needed
flu_teaching_story_final (1).pdfHow do I contact Mrs. R. Jones?
- Email : rachael_jones@pvusd.net
- Phone: Cell (808) 341-8195
- Google Hangout
- CLICK HERE for ZOOM DIRECTIONS FOR STUDENT ACCESS
Occupational Therapy Links (Susan Ramos)
Token Board Training (2020-03-19 at 13_06 GMT-7).mp4Our PVUSD BCBA demonstrates how to use a Token Board at home with your students
First-Then Training (2020-03-19 at 12_46 GMT-7).mp4Our BCBA explains how to use a First-Then Visual Schedule with your children at home
Click the Image to access important resources from the UNC Child Development Institute Autism Team regarding Supporting Individuals with Autism through uncertain times.
or CLICK HERE