Comments on: It’s Almost Time for School!

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 19:28:52 +0000

Good for you, Yesenia, for remembering the all-important rights and procedural safeguards for transition and all aspects of the EI process.

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 19:26:42 +0000

In reply to Paige.

Glad you liked the field trip idea, Paige. It was a huge success when I did it with some of the families I worked with. Patience and clear-mindedness are helpful so many aspects of our work with families! 🙂

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 19:10:48 +0000

In reply to Theresa Nguyen.

Make-believe or pretend play is a great strategy to help prepare the child for the transition to school. AND, I’m always in support of inclusive classrooms. Thanks, Theresa.

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:56:20 +0000

In reply to Caitlin Baltzell.

I like some of the skills you considered for a child to be better prepared for transition, Caitlin. One thing I always talk to my students about is that no one really likes to share. I try to think about “my turn/your turn.” Just some food for thought.

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:52:34 +0000

In reply to Kimberly Mendez.

You know, if you think about your comments of “being understanding and patient” as key steps, this really is true for SO MANY aspects of effective family-centered practices. Thanks, Kimberly.

By: Cori Hill, M.Ed.

Cori Hill, M.Ed. — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:45:42 +0000

In reply to Bilan.

Such a good suggestion, Bilan. Sometimes we focus on preparing families using our best family-centered practices. I like that you considered how to prepare the child for this transition.

By: Kimberly Mendez

Kimberly Mendez — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 22:16:19 +0000

I definitely believe that the process if enrolling and going to a new school (or even a new area) is overwhelming for the child and the parent as well. Therefore I think that being understanding and patient are key steps towards becoming acclimated. In addition, I believe that preparing the child and allowing them to become comfortable in an as much as an inclusive place is essential.

By: Caitlin Baltzell

Caitlin Baltzell — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 21:10:40 +0000

Some helpful skills that a child could work on before the transition to help the child be “school ready” would be: how to follow directions, share toys and materials, have self-care skills, mobility and getting needs met through communication.

By: Bilan

Bilan — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 21:05:25 +0000

I think it would be very helpful to prepare children’s minds first. For example, the family and the team can talk about anything about school, so that the child has a prepared mind and have an idea what to expect before they step in the classroom. Children will experience the greatest changes during the transition period after all .

By: Paige

Paige — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 04:23:35 +0000

I think patience and an open mind are the most important things regarding this. Patience is important for all new transitions with a child and I think when transitioning into school it’s especially important to have a clear mind to allow for new ideas regarding the child’s schooling. I loved the field trip idea. This would allow for the child to see school as more than just learning and as an exciting time.