Listen "#3 - Advocating for Accommodations"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to the third episode of the School Can't Experience Podcast by School Can't Australia. Hosted by Leisa Reichelt and featuring Tiffany Westphal and Louise Rogers. This episode explores:strategies for working with schools to obtain supports and accommodations for children struggling with school attendance,personal stories and practical advice,discuss legislative protections to empower parents in advocating effectively for their children's needs,the necessity of ongoing reassessment of accommodations, and alternative educational pathwaysUseful resources:Disability Standards for Education Act (Australia) - https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2005L00767/latest/textNCCD - Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (Australia) - https://www.nccd.edu.au/Lives in the Balance (Dr Ross Greene’s Collaborative and Proactive Solutions) - https://livesinthebalance.org/Send us a textSupport the show School Can’t Australia Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/schoolphobiaschoolrefusalaustralia Make a donation to School Can’t Australia - https://www.schoolcantaustralia.com.au/get-involved If you are a parent of carer in Australia and experiencing distress, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or contact the Parent Help Line. - https://kidshelpline.com.au/parents/issues/how-parentline-can-help-you You can contact us to volunteer to share your School Can't story or some feedback via email on [email protected] DisclaimerThe content of this podcast is based on personal lived experiences and is shared for informational and storytelling purposes only. It should not be treated as medical, psychological, or professional advice under any circumstances. If you have concerns about your health or well-being, please seek guidance from a doctor, therapist, or other qualified professional.
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