Learning Differently

Aug 4, 20231 min read

#272 Makaton

Whenever I am “home”, I always am excited to walk past a particular building which proudly displays the Makaton Friendly sign. I had...

Mar 25, 20223 min read

#219 Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Neurodiversity Celebration Week aims to “bring about worldwide neurodiversity acceptance, equality and inclusion in schools and...

Jan 28, 20212 min read

#161

Mindful that representation and the power of role models can not be underestimated and further to last week’s blog post, Diversity,...

Oct 22, 20202 min read

#147

As is evident from previous posts, I am a strong believer in inclusive education and believe in the importance of positive language....

Aug 27, 20203 min read

#139

The outpouring of love and respect for Sir Ken Robinson, who passed away at the weekend, is evident in numerous posts on social media....

Jun 2, 20201 min read

#126

During a recent conversation with a colleague, I was reminded of how - with regards to learning differences - the terms accommodations...

Dec 26, 20193 min read

Good News Stories - part IV [Blogpost 103]

As 2019 draws to an end, it seems apt to share some more good news stories. These stories from places as diverse as Australia, Ireland,...

Dec 19, 20193 min read

Medical Services at "The Beach" and Reflections [Blogpost 102]

My daughter sustained a sports injury back in May and subsequently we ended up spending a few days at Pantai Hospital. I am not sure of...

Dec 5, 20195 min read

My Hundredth Post [Blogpost 100]

With this being my 100th blog and the week after American Thanksgiving, I am choosing to be reflective. As shared in my November 2018...

Oct 17, 20192 min read

Good News Stories - part III [Blogpost 93]

Mindful that there is much in the world about which to be desolate and despondent, these articles relating to various stories from places...

Sep 12, 20193 min read

Learning spaces [Blogpost 88]

Each and every day, I have the opportunity to share with prospective families our school community. For many families (especially those...

May 16, 20191 min read

Spellings

I saw this great image the other day on Facebook and it reminded me of some of the mnemonics we share with students to help them remember...

Apr 4, 20192 min read

Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning is one of those terms that up until a few years ago, was very much discussed solely when referencing students for...