Transitioning to High School with an LD

Here at Sagonaska one of the most important jobs teachers have is to prepare students with learning disabilities for their future by teaching them how to self-advocate. Self-advocating is in fact the second of three overarching goals we have here at Sagonaska. I always explain the idea that "everyone needs help, and everyone can give help". I try to teach my students to be aware of when they need to both ask for help, and when to give help. Being an elementary teacher, students often become solid self-advocators rather quickly, perhaps because they feel comfortable with their teachers and peers. Unfortunately this is not always the case in a high school setting. Enter the LDAO!
     The hard working, knowledgeable people at the LDAO (Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario) realize that transitioning from elementary to high school can sometimes be an overwhelming process for students. To make self-advocacy skills better in a more unfamiliar setting, they are hosting a FREE webinar Wednesday, January 21^st from 6:30 – 7:45pm EST. Whether you are a student, parent, or advocator this is a must see webinar.

Building Your High Schoolers Self-Advocacy Skills