Finding Your Village: The Power of Joining an ADHD Community
Imagine feeling like you’re the only parent on Earth who yells at the milk carton for hiding (again!). Or maybe you constantly chase rogue socks around the house like they’re possessed by mischievous gremlins. If you have a child with ADHD, these scenarios might feel a tad too familiar. The truth is, you’re not alone. […]
Navigating Life After an ADHD Diagnosis: An ADHD Coach’s Parental Journey
I had this gut feeling when my son was just three that something was up. His focus was all over the place and his separation anxiety was next level. So, I booked an educational assessment, hoping for some clarity. But, because he was still so young, we couldn’t lock down an official diagnosis. The assessor […]
The Crucial Role of Teacher, Parent, and Coach Relationships in Supporting ADHD and Executive Function Development
In the realm of education, the journey of a student with ADHD or executive function challenges is not a solitary one. It’s a collaborative effort that involves the synergy between teachers, parents, and coaches. This triadic relationship forms the backbone of a multimodal approach, which is instrumental in helping students navigate academic and social success. […]
Navigating Anxiety and ADHD in the Caribbean: Breaking the Silence
In the idyllic landscapes of the Caribbean, where serene beaches and lush greenery paint a picture of tranquility, an invisible struggle often remains concealed. Mental health issues, including anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), are realities for many Caribbean residents, yet they remain largely unacknowledged in this region. The Caribbean Silence on Mental Health […]
PEP Up!
AMID the firestorm which the introduction of the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) assessment has stoked, some educators across the island are standing up in support of the approach, arguing that the skills taught are what Jamaica needs to effectively and successfully compete on the world stage. In an exclusive interview with the Jamaica Observer yesterday, the group […]
Keeping Pace with Modern Teaching Skills
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180909/keeping-pace-modern-teaching-skills
Dear Parents, Welcome to the Real World
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180812/dear-parents-welcome-real-world
Road to PEP – Developing Critical Thinking
Of the four C’s that PEP students must demonstrate in order to excel – creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration – I like to think of critical thinking as the leader of the pack; we can’t learn well without thinking well. Critical thinking is the process of analysing, synthesising, conceptualising, applying, and/or evaluating information from various […]
Road to PEP – Encouraging Collaboration
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180610/road-pep-encouraging-collaboration
Road to PEP – Mastering Communication
Mastery in the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) is reflected in a student’s ability to not only apply content knowledge in mathematics, social studies, English language and science but to demonstrate proficiency the 4C’s creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking. In this article we will be focusing on communication. Communication is imparting and transferring knowledge and […]
