💪What are the student's strengths?

For example, loves to help, kind to others, good sense of humor, hard worker, positive attitude, shares well, excels at a particular academic subject or task, always on time, passionate about a hobby or other interest, honest, self-starter, friendly, etc.

We can build off of these strengths!

🫙What are the student's skill deficits?

Does the student have any known or potential skills deficits or struggles? For example, academic skills (e.g., writing, reading comprehension), executive functioning skills (e.g., organization, planning, focus), social-emotional skills (e.g., navigating social situations, self-regulation), or communication skills.

These are potential triggers or areas that need extra support, accommodations, or skill building.

Is there a known history of potentially traumatic events or ACES (adverse childhood experiences)?

Per the CDC:

Adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years). Examples include:

• Experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect.

• Witnessing violence in the home or community.

• Having a family member attempt or die by suicide.

Also included are aspects of the child’s environment that can undermine their sense of safety, stability, and bonding. Examples can include growing up in a household with:

• Substance use problems.

• Mental health problems.

• Instability due to parental separation.

• Instability due to household members being in jail or prison.