OMG! ADHD 3. Sleep Easy 4. Introduction to ASD 5. Exploring Social Communication Difficulties 6. Emotional Regulation 7. An Introduction to Makaton 8

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1 Parents, Carers & Families Workshops

2 Workshops Page OMG! ADHD 3 Sleep Easy 4 Introduction to ASD 5 Exploring Social Communication Difficulties 6 Emotional Regulation 7 An Introduction to Makaton 8 Siblings and Friendship 9 Success on the Spectrum 10 Booking Information 11 The MIDAS Team 12

3 OMG! ADHD Thursdays 5 & 19 October, 2 & 16 November 2017 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP or Fridays 6 & 20 October, 3 & 17 November 2017 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 12:00 A four-part workshop about Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity (ADHD) for parents and carers of children and young people with a diagnosis or a noticeable difficulty. In this four-part workshop we will: Explore the causes and effects of ADHD and address some of the many misconceptions and myths surrounding this contentious label Consider the role and implications of medications Consider strategies and interventions to support learning and social development Explore positive approaches to behaviour management including sanctions and rewards Consider what good practice looks like for children with ADHD in the home and in the community The content of the workshops will be the same at both locations; parents should choose the location that is most convenient for them. Numbers are limited and therefore places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. One parent or carer must commit to attending all four workshops. Another parent or carer (or member of staff from the child s school) is welcome to join any or all of the above. Presented by: Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield with guest speaker Dr Kim Selby, Community Paediatrician This four-part workshop is free to attend 3

4 Sleep Easy Thursday 23 November 2017 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 or Thursday 23 November 2017 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 Sleep problems can be a persistent and severe problem for children and young people with learning disabilities. Improved sleep can lead to reduced stress within the family and improved educational outcomes for the young person. In this workshop we will: Introduce participants to a range of sleep problems in children and young people with additional support needs Identify possible causes of sleep difficulties Consider behavioural interventions to improve them Provide an opportunity to share ideas with parents and carers facing similar challenges Presented by Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield Sleep Scotland Sleep Counsellor This workshop is free to attend 4

5 Introduction to ASD Friday 1 December 2017 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 or Friday 1 December 2017 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 A workshop about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for parents and carers with a diagnosis of Autism or a noticeable difficulty. Participants will gain an understanding of Autism and the strategies and interventions to support children and young people who have a diagnosis of ASD. In this workshop we will: Discuss ASD, diagnosis, and what ASD means for your child Consider the cognitive theories relating to ASD and the impact this may have on learning Consider the potential implications for communication and interaction Discuss how to support children with ASD strategies and interventions Presented by Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield This workshop is free to attend 5

6 Exploring Social Communication Difficulties Friday 19 January 2018 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 or Friday 19 January 2018 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 A workshop about social communication difficulties for parents and carers of children and young people with a diagnosis or a noticeable difficulty. In this workshop we will: Discuss what social communication difficulties are and their impact on children and their families Consider strategies and interventions to support learning and interaction Explore positive approaches to developing social communication skills Presented by Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield This workshop is free to attend 6

7 Emotional Regulation Thursday 19 April 2018 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 Or Thursday 19 April 2018 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 Emotional regulation can be difficult for some children to learn, but is an important skill for life. In this workshop we will focus on developing an understanding of why some children struggle to recognise, regulate and understand their own emotions and behaviours. Participants will be introduced to the 5 Point Scale and consider how it can be used at home, at school and in the community. In this workshop we will: Discuss some of the reasons why children can struggle to recognise, regulate and understand their emotions Consider how we can support and teach emotional regulation Consider how a 5 point scale works in practice and how it can help children to learn to identify, regulate and de-escalate their own behaviours and emotions in challenging situations Presented by Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield This workshop is free to attend 7

8 An Introduction to Makaton Thursday 21 June 2018 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 or Thursday 21 June 2018 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 Many children with additional needs benefit from signing used alongside speech. For those who experience the frustration of not being able to communicate effectively, Makaton can really help. This workshop provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme. In this workshop we will: Learn a small core vocabulary of everyday signs that are relevant for children and young people with additional needs Consider hints and tips for effective signing in school and at home Presented by Becky Kenny & Sophie Cartwright, Specialist Teachers, Meadowfield, Makaton Regional Tutors This workshop is free to attend 8

9 Siblings and Friendship Thursday 12 July 2018 MIDAS Centre at Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 09:30 11:30 or Thursday 12 July 2018 Halfway Houses Primary School, Danley Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP 12:30 14:30 Having a child with an additional need can cause strain and difficulties for some families. Often parents worry about the impact of their child s need on their siblings and other family members. As well as providing an opportunity to discuss worries and difficulties with other parents and carers and to share ideas and tips about maintaining successful family life, in this session we will: Consider strategies to foster positive family relationships Discuss the support available to siblings and families in the local community Look at the impact of social communication difficulties on family life and strategies that can support this Presented by Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield This workshop is free to attend 9

10 Success on the Spectrum Following advice and feedback from parents and carers we have developed an exciting new support programme. This programme is designed for parents and carers of children and young people aged 7-18 with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This programme is designed to:- Increase understanding of ASD conditions and their impact Develop an awareness of potential sensory sensitivities and their impact on everyday life Consider brain development and its impact Support parents and carers to use and understand strategies they can use to support children and young people Support the development of healthy relationships Create an opportunity for participants to meet with other parents and carers and share experiences This programme will run on the dates below, from 9.30am 12.00pm at The MIDAS Centre, Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL:- Thursday 11 January 2018 Thursday 18 January 2018 Thursday 25 January 2018 Thursday 1 February 2018 Thursday 8 February 2018 Numbers are limited and therefore places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. One parent or carer must commit to attending all 5 sessions. Another parent or carer (or member of staff from the child s school) is welcome to join any or all of the above. Presented by Katie Skinner Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield Becky Kenny, Specialist Teacher, Meadowfield This programme is free to attend and refreshments will be provided 10

11 Booking Information For further information, to make a booking or to be added to our mailing list please contact Liz Lewis, MIDAS Administrative Assistant on (option 5) or via MIDAS@meadowfield.kent.sch.uk All bookings need to be made via the MIDAS Centre please do not contact Halfway Houses for bookings All our parent, carer and families workshops are free to attend but we still need to know in advance if you would like a place. If you have a place but are then unable to attend could you please notify the MIDAS Centre at your earliest convenience. 11

12 The MIDAS Team Lisa Colquhoun, Administrative Assistant Liz Lewis, Administrative Assistant Jodie Williams, Administrative Officer Clare Bridgewater, Inclusion Manager Specialist Teachers Clare Barwood Christine Cardosi Sophie Cartwright Jamie Elliott Becky Kenny Katie Skinner, Pupil Wellbeing Manager and Specialist Teacher Jonathan Smeeton Meadowfield School, Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL 12