INTEGRATION

My goal has been to find out how best to integrate Ryan with the grade yet make sure his needs are met. I got a lot out of the "Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder" PD I attended and developed a better understanding of what Ryan's world might be like at school. It helped me understand some of his behaviours eg repeating something over and over. I also learnt that it is difficult for Ryan to read people by their body language. We need to teach him basic things. It also gave me a greater understanding of how difficult it can be for the family.

We need to work on Ryans life experiences eg. what he eats and how to make contact with others. He is going to the camp in October so this will be a focus for some of the things he needs to learn.

Kerry and I also went to Kalianna and the Special School to look at the sort of things that are done to help these goals.

Ryan basically cooperates well and is happy to come to school.