SENCC role update.

 Meeting today with Ang to discus our CMS Case Management System.

We looked at our cases at Oruaiti and updated a doc that Ang created so we can keep track of everything.  

We also looked at our student register that was completed at the start of the year, we want to build on this register and start using etap to enter a support register so each child has that record that follows them.  Ive also found you can attach documents such as IEP plans to the etap which will be helpful for future teachers.

Ang has asked to do a PD lesson with staff next year around 'Common learning difficulties', we thought term 1 2024.

I have asked for her to let me know of any valuable PD that can enhance my role as SENCO and she also sent me a list of agencies that I had requested with what the services offer.

Teacher inquiry update

Last week I spoke to Ang (RTLB) and she said that her team are looking at ways of upskilling and doing more PD for SENCO staff.  YAY

She is asking for ideas about how to support and what would be useful.  

I have suggested a document or PD around different agencies, what they do and how we can contact and apply for support for students. 

I also finished my restraint training and here is the certificate!!!! Whoop 

2023 Teachers Inquiry

This year I would like to find out how to get more value for the students at Oruaiti School through my role as SENCO.

A SENCO is a special education needs cordinator and I have had this role for a few years now.  I regularly meet with Angela Robson who is our area RTLB (resource teacher for learning and behavior).  I also complete a data base of cases at our school with Ange.

Sometimes I will meet with ministry personnel around one student who is considered very high needs and so is under a different umbrella.  

When I first started I did request a list of all the agencies and what acronyms mean what, and this year I have been emailed a list! YAY.   RTLB Workplace Acronyms

Goal setting for this year:

Approach Ange or other RTLB's for ideas about good PD for SENCO's

Look into dyslexia programs or support for these studnets.  Talk to Mark about his site he has created for these students or reseraching good websites to support me e.g https://www.helperbird.com/

I still would like a quick link list of all the agencies available for students and their whanau.