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DECEMBER 2023
DECEMBER 2023
Expert Talk: Building blocks of Communication and Social Engagement
Expert Talk: Building blocks of Communication and Social Engagement
Tuesday 5 December
8:30-9:45 (Elementry Theatre)
Alison Cannon is one of our Speech Language Pathologists and she has supported students at SAS for close to two decades now. Alison will describe the over-arching framework linking "verbal communication" and the more nuanced "non-verbal communication" that is more related to how we use our language when interacting with others. It's often of great value to explain how seemingly disparate challenges for a child or young person, may be linked at a more functional level.
Alison will also highlight the difference between observing and intervening with behaviors (behavior modification, developing behaviors in a child or young person that more closely approximate a desired target) and the view Speech-Language Pathologists (and most Therapists - such as O.Ts) operate from - which is a developmental perspective. Often times, seeing the developmental level of a student's underlying skills explains a great deal about the more observable behavior and why it may or may not be something the student is able to adjust easily.
JANUARY 2024
JANUARY 2024
PASS Parent Social
PASS Parent Social
Thursday 18 January
10:00-11:00 (Town, TBC)
Expert Talk
Expert Talk
More to come
FEBRUARY 2024
FEBRUARY 2024
SAS Support Service Parent Coffee
SAS Support Service Parent Coffee
Thursday, 15 February
8:30-9:30 (M301)
PASS Parent Social
PASS Parent Social
Thursday, 15 February
9:30-11:00 (M301)
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
Thursday, 22 February
More to come
EAL Parent Social
EAL Parent Social
Thursday, 22 February
More to come
MARCH 2024
MARCH 2024
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
11-15 March
APRIL 2024
APRIL 2024
PoND Lunch Social
PoND Lunch Social
More to come
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
Thursday, 25 April
More to come
EAL Parent Social
EAL Parent Social
Thursday, 25 April
More to come
MAY 2024
MAY 2024
Embrace Neurodiversity Social (tentative)
Embrace Neurodiversity Social (tentative)
Saturday, 11 May
15:00-18:00 (Town, TBC)
Past Events
Past Events
SEPTEMBER 2023
SEPTEMBER 2023
SAS Support Service Parent Coffee
SAS Support Service Parent Coffee
Thursday, 21 September
8:30-9:30 (M301)
PASS Parent Social
PASS Parent Social
Thursday, 21 September
9:30-11:00 (M301)
Mark your calendars for a special morning of support, connection, and inspiration on Thursday, September 21, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at M301.
Ever wondered how to navigate the incredible web of support available at SAS? Curious about the amazing resources we offer to ensure your child's success? Look no further! Join us for an engaging Parent Coffee session that will demystify it all.
During this interactive meeting from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., we'll walk you through the various supports available and help you navigate the SAS support system like a pro. Whether you're a seasoned parent looking to deepen your understanding or new to SAS and eager to learn, this session is designed just for you.
But that's not all! After our enlightening discussion, we invite you to connect with the Parents and Student Support Community (PASS) from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PASS is a vibrant group of parents who share valuable experiences, insights, and tips about supporting their children at SAS.
Plus, get ready to be inspired by our special guest speaker, Jia Lakhamraju, an SAS student researcher. Jia conducted her Quest research on working memory and its impact on individuals with ADHD. Her insights are sure to leave you inspired and informed.
There will also be ample time to mingle with fellow parents and forge connections. It's an opportunity to share stories, exchange ideas, and build a support network that truly understands your journey.
Join us for a warm cup of coffee, a wealth of knowledge, and a community that's here to support you every step of the way. We can't wait to see you there!
Building Executive Function Skills for Middle School Success
Building Executive Function Skills for Middle School Success
Tuesday, 12 September 10:00-11:30 (M301)
Does your middle schooler seem forgetful, disorganized, or mismanage their time? During this interactive session facilitated by the middle school counseling team, parents will learn about executive function skills, what they are, why they are important and how they develop throughout childhood and adolescence. Participants will also learn about the overlap between executive function skills and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Parents will have the opportunity to explore three executive function skills through the lens of their child’s life and learn how to support the development of these skills at home. Finally, we will provide parents with resources and practical tools to support their children’s development of strong executive functioning skills to foster success in school and life.
Partnering With Parents
Partnering With Parents
Tuesday, 12 September 8:30-9:30 (P220)
Elementary school Deans of Student Life, Dylan Meikle, and Sarah Farris, are excited to launch a three-part series for parents titled SEL Spotlight: Partnering With Parents.
Families are a child’s first teacher and an essential factor in the cultivation of social emotional competencies throughout a child’s life. When schools and families work together, they can build strong connections that reinforce social-emotional skill development (https://casel.org/).
In our time together Dylan and Sarah will give a brief introduction to social-emotional learning (SEL), explore hopes and dreams you have for your child and the school year ahead, as well as zoom in on gratitude. This coffee is an opportunity to learn from each other and explore our shared hopes for our children's development.
OCTOBER 2023
OCTOBER 2023
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
SAS EAL Parent Coffee
Thursday, 5 October
8:30-9:30 (P220)
EAL Parent Social
EAL Parent Social
Thursday, 5 October
9:30-10:30 (P220)
JOIN US FOR AN ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL) PARENT COFFEE AND COMMUNITY GATHERING!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 5, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. as we invite you to our EAL parent coffee session at SAS.
Focus: Ways to Support Your Student at Home in English Development
This session will be dedicated to tips and things you can do at home to support your student at home in their English language learning.
Community Building | 9:30 a.m.
Following the enriching discussion, at 9:30 a.m. we invite you to stay for our EAL Parent Community Social Gathering. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow parents, share experiences, and build a strong network within our school community.
Chinese Interpretation Available
For your convenience, we will be offering Chinese interpretation services during the event to ensure that all our parents can fully participate and engage.
Please let us know if you would like to attend in this form.
ES Parent Coffee: Partnering With Parents (Part Two)
ES Parent Coffee: Partnering With Parents (Part Two)
Tuesday, 10 October
8:30-9:30 (P220)
MS Parent Coffee: Social Media
MS Parent Coffee: Social Media
Tuesday, 10 October
10:00-11:00 (M301)
NOVEMBER 2023
NOVEMBER 2023
PoND Lunch Social
PoND Lunch Social
Wednesday 29 November
12:00-14:00 (The American Club)
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