Success in School: Children Who Learn Differently (Auckland Down Syndrome Association)

This is a 2-day workshop run by Auckland Down Syndrome Association.
The workshop provides inspiration, detailed information, practical guidance, and strategies for educating students with Down syndrome and other special learning needs.

We have a range of world class presenters who have a huge wealth of experience and knowledge - and are passionate about passing this knowledge onto you.

*Dr Jude MacArthur - Inclusion & Universal Design for Learning
*Paula Beguely - Learning profile of students with Down Syndrome
*Dr Susan Fawcett - Understanding & Supporting Behaviour
*Fehm Hussain - Friendship
*Dr Rhonda Faragher - Numeracy & adapting the curriculum
*Catherine Huxford - Numeracy in Practice – Numicon
*Dr Sally Clendon - Literacy and how to use the curriculum
*Fiona Kenworthy - Using visuals to assist in accessing the curriculum
*Andrea Smart (MoE) - Collaboration for Success – IEPs

Two adults with Down syndrome will also share their school experience as part of this workshop.

Who is it for?
SENCO’s, teachers, teacher aides, learning assistants specialist staff, and parent educators of students with Down syndrome and other special learning needs. Anyone who is part of this education journey will find the course beneficial.

Registration and further details
This course is run via ZOOM 8.45am to 2.30pm - so no travel is required. It is suitable for all those involved with education ofthose with learning challenges. Anyone in NZ is welcome to attend.

Need more info?
For a full information pack including presenter profiles, course agenda and registration please see our website: 

https://adsa.org.nz/home-2/success-in-school-course/

For further information please contact our Community Liaison - Paula via email: clo@adsa.org.nz