Home & School: Joyful connections and a strong relationship

Home & School: Joyful connections and a strong relationship

I’m presenting in my capacity as a parent, not in a professional capacity. My daughter Charlotte is in Year 5 at our local primary school. I’ll be sharing with you about this journey so far, and how we work together with our school to ensure that we have a strong relationship. It’s a long-term relationship, and it’s not always smooth – but I’ve learned some important things along the way.
I’ll talk about how we communicate, plan and solve problems together. And how our focus has changed over the last 5 years.
This year, we have been focusing on friendships and building social connections through school and outside of school. I’m passionate about ensuring Charlotte’s continued participation in school and community life. And educating those around her to best support, understand and include her.
This is suitable for anyone who has a child starting school soon or who has already started primary

Presenter

Paula Beguely
Parent
ADSA Education & Information Facilitator

Biography

I live in Auckland, with my husband Tom, and two beautiful daughters, Harriet (13) and Charlotte (10). Our journey with the Down syndrome community started when Charlotte was born in 2016. I was the Community Liaison with Auckland Down Syndrome Association for 6 years, and now I’m in a new role as Education & Information Facilitator.

Theme: Education and advocacy
Audience: Parents, whānau and professionals