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free parent workshops in Yankalilla

SPELD SA is presenting free workshops in Yankalilla suitable for parents of children in Preschool, Junior, Primary and Secondary School on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th October 2019. These workshops may also be beneficial for SSOs who are welcome to attend.

Numbers are limited so book early.
(NOTE: Some workshops are repeated on the second day)

1. Dyslexia: What it is and how to help at home - Presenter: Sandy Russo
Friday 18 October 2019:11:30 am – 1:30 pm ACDT
Saturday 19 October 2019: 9:00 am – 11:00 am ACDT

This session looks at the problems encountered by students with Dyslexia (Friday), Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (Saturday), and the ways in which they can be assisted. Each family attending will receive a copy of the AUSPELD Understanding Learning Difficulties Guide to take home as a reference guide.

Book Dyslexia: What it is - Friday 18 October 11:30am

Book Dyslexia & Dyscalculia - Saturday 19 October 2019: 9:00 am

2. Hearing Sounds in Words (Phonemic Awareness) – a key literacy skill - Presenter: Sandy Russo
Friday 18 October 2019: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm ACDT
Saturday 19 October 2019: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm ACDT

This hands-on workshop will investigate the relationship between ‘hearing sounds in words’ and the development of literacy – reading, writing and spelling. Participants will leave equipped with:

•   An insight into the numerous phonemic (sound) aspects of literacy
•   Strategies to support your child’s literacy development
•   Games and activities to nurture your child’s literacy development

Suitable for parents of students struggling to spell and read.

Book Hearing Sounds in Words - Friday 18 October 2019: 9:00 am

Book Hearing Sounds in Words - Saturday 19 October 2019: 11:30 am

3. Technology that helps - Presenter: Sandy Russo
Saturday 19 October 2019: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm ACDT

Come and look at some of the best assistive and remedial software for students (all ages) who have difficulties in literacy and numeracy. We will explore what works and how to use it.

Book Technology that helps - Saturday 19 October 2019: 2:30 pm

4. Using a six box in planning – all genres – all year levels –
paper based or PowerPoint – Presenter: Sandy Russo
Friday 18 October 2019: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm ACDT

Writing involves many processes and by the time pen touches paper and the challenge of working out how to spell the first word or even which word to use is reached by a struggling writer, the rest of their ideas have disappeared from their memory.

This session focuses on how a six box structure can be used when planning any writing task in a paper based form and in PowerPoint. The six box structure is also easily used in a PowerPoint platform which helps students with working memory issues. You will leave the session with the knowledge of how to use a six box and the different strategies and programs that Sandy finds useful with the students she works with.

Book Using a Six Box - Friday 18 October 2019: 2:30 pm

5. Number Sense Fun! Pattern work! - Presenter: Jan Daly
Friday 18 October 2019: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm ACDT
Saturday 19 October 2019: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm ACDT

Number sense is the basis for mathematical understanding and development. Numbers follow patterns! Patterns are fun!

Through hands-on activities, use of concrete materials, and considering the many ways we use and apply number in our daily activities, participants will investigate and develop a resource of simple fun ways (including strategies, activities and games) they apply or use at home and in the community to assist their child master a solid understanding of number. Suitable for parents of Preschool to Year 4

Number Sense Fun! Pattern Work! - Friday 18 October 2019: 2:30 pm

Number Sense Fun! Pattern Work! - Saturday 19 October 2019: 11:30 am

6. Resilience and Self-Esteem - Presenter: Jan Daly
Friday 18 October 2019: 9:00 am – 11:00 am ACDT
Saturday 19 October 2019: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm ACDT

Brain research reveals that emotions, such as anxiety, anger and depression, place us in a state of alert - fight or flight – impacting our state of alertness and ability to concentrate and learn.

This practical workshop, through interactive activities, provides support for parents to equip children with the strategies to develop optimism, positive self-esteem, resilience and a growth mindset. These aim to assist them to overcome obstacles, meet challenges assuredly, feel included and happy, and continually learn, developing into calm, optimistic and self-assured young people.

Resilience and Self Esteem - Friday 18 October 2019: 9:00 am

Resilience and Self Esteem - Saturday 19 October 2019: 2:30 pm

7. Assisting Your Child with Writing and Spelling - Presenter: Jan Daly
Friday 18 October 2019: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm ACDT
Saturday 19 October 2019: 9:00 am – 11:00 am ACDT

An informative hands-on workshop providing parents with the tools to proactively assist their child’s writing and spelling development in strategic and fun ways. You will be provided with: simple strategies for use in everyday life, resources to take home and reference points for support.

Assisting Your Child with Writing and Spelling - Friday 18 October 2019: 11:30 am

Assisting Your Child with Writing and Spelling - Saturday 19 October 2019: 9:00 am