Decoding Learning Differences with Kimberlynn Lavelle

In this conversation, we talk with Dr. Norrine Russell, the Founder & CEO of Russell Coaching & Consulting.  We go into ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, as well as technology's role in education and SO much more!

Russell Coaching for Students, a nationally recognized practice supporting complex learners—uses an innovative method of coaching for complex students, including those who have ADHD, Autism, or Anxiety; and those with learning differences.Since 2009, her approach has helped thousands of students thrive, while also guiding parents and neurodiverse adults.
With over 20 years of experience in youth development and parenting education, Dr. Russell blends deep expertise in psychology, education, and positive parenting philosophies.

Check out RussellCoaching.com and use coupon code: RUSSELL26

This week we're chatting with Jonathan Treiber of Skil-Care on the podcast.  We discuss how a child’s environment may impact their learning and what we can do for these students to better support them.

 

Although Skil-Care is a company selling products, they also want you to view them as a resource to learn more about how to best support your kids with sensory needs.

 

Jonathan Treiber, CEO of Skil-Care (LinkedIn)

website: https://skil-care.com/ 

What has your experience with technology been with your kids?

 

Are you able to give unlimited screen time with no consequences?

 

Does your kid become an unrecognizable monster after 20 minutes of video games?

 

Have you noticed any impact in their learning?

 

Do you use educational apps with your kids?

 

I would LOVE to know all of these answers! Please email me at Kimberlynn@DecodingLearningDifferences.com and give me any insights into what you are seeing experiencing in your own home!

 

This week, I’m beginning what I expect will be a series of episodes diving into the use and role of technology in education and with our students. 

 

In future episodes, I plan to interview experts in the field and go deeper into the research and solutions.

 

Listen to this week’s episode, and then email me at Kimberlynn@DecodingLearningDifferences.com and let me know your thoughts and experiences!  I REALLY want to hear from you!

Later this month is my birthday and one tradition I have is to give gifts on my birthday as a way to celebrate my life with those around me.  It’s a tradition my dad demonstrated and I always thought was lovely.  I don’t do it every year and mostly just for my kids, but this year is different!

 

Almost 2 years ago I created an IEP checklist to help you do what I do for my clients and the tech gods were not on my side.  For some reason, it would never SEND the dang emails with the pdf for you!  I’ve messed with it over the years and FINALLY got it working, just in time for my birthday!  AND for you to enjoy the end of the school year with this in hand!

When working with clients, I go through every part of an IEP to ensure it is well-written, accurate, and is working toward reasonably ambitious goals.

 

With this PDF download, you can now do the same thing!  The PDF links to videos that go deeper into some of these topics to help you better determine how to support your kiddo and how to best evaluate your kiddo’s IEP.

https://yourparenthelp.com/iep-checklist 

 

Click here to watch the podcast!

 

Message kimberlynn@DecodingLearningDifferences.com if you would like individualized support for your child's IEP.

David P Hurford, PhD is a true gem, offering wonderfully comprehensive texts and curricula for children, parents, and educators; and making navigating the world of dyslexia easier!

Learn more about Dr. Hurford at https://www.jettpublishing.net/authors/about-the-author and get your copy of his books at the same link!

Enjoy this episode from season 5, to prepare you for next week's episode about some books written by David Hurford!

 

original notes from Season 5:

Dr. Hurford is doing great things in the world, studying dyslexia and teaching kids with dyslexia as part of his non-profit organization!

You can hear all about that as well as some books he’s published (that I just had to get my own copies of, so expect to see another episode on those in the future!) in this week’s podcast episode!

To learn more about his organization and his books, go to: https://www.jettpublishing.net/authors/about-the-author

Evan Connell is an Australian sustainable technologist and systems architect who has spent over 30 years helping schools, governments, and community organisations extend the life of their technology while improving reliability and control. He is the creator of Sprint Central, a lightweight operating system designed to keep existing school computers usable for years longer than traditional platforms allow.

Email Evan Connell: Sales@SprintCentral.com

https://sprintcentral.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanconnell/

After taking a summer break that stretched into a winter break that stretched into a mid-winter break…

I’m finally back at putting out new episodes of the podcast!

This week is a soft intro into what to expect this season, and how I plan to avoid the problem of last season.

 

For more information on how to work directly with me (looking over IEPs, preparing yourself for IEP meetings, getting your kid onto an IEP, etc; or working on how to help your child with dyslexia or dyscalculica succeed, email Kimberlynn@DecodingLearningDifferences.com!

Are you dyslexic?

 

Is your child?

 

Someone you know well?

 

Chances are that you answered yes to at least one of those!

And yet, for most people, dyslexia is still a mystery!  Myths still abound, and kids with dyslexia often feel alone and different.  

 

Feeling alone and different leads to lower self-confidence and can further impact academic success as well as friendships and navigating social situations.

 

Kids need to know that they’re not alone, and actually far from it!

 

Adults need to know some essential facts and truths about dyslexia.

 

@Dyslexia_Diaries on Instagram aims to do just that!  They’re busting myths and sharing stories and doing what they can to educate the public and ensure that kids don’t feel alone with their dyslexia.

 

Listen to this week’s podcast with Dyslexia Diaries!

 

Then be sure to share your own stories of dyslexia!

Restorative Justice is about accountability and making repairs. It’s about emotional intelligence and building relationships. It’s about investing in people with time and patience.

Listen in to this week’s podcast to learn more about Restorative Justice in Education including what it can look like, and how it can change a school’s disciplinary system to a system with redemption built-in.

To help you with some notes you may want to take while listening:

In this episode, Nicholas Bradford shares 4 questions that drive a restorative justice conversation:

1. What happened?
2. What was the thinking?/ What were you trying to accomplish?
3. Who was impacted and how?
4. How do we move forward?

He also shared 5 overarching principles of Restorative Justice:

1. Conflict Happens; let’s talk about it
2. Engage all stake holders
3. Empower the author and the victim
4. Value Empathy; Connection over shame
5. Develop Agency

Additionally, (although this is not the official layout of a Restorative Justice system) an RJ system typically includes:

• Preventative Work:
  • Relationship- building
  • Self- Reflection
  • Social and Emotional Intelligence
• Intervention Work:
  • Self-Reflection
  • Accountability
  • Recognizing Impact
  • Making it Right (if needed)

Learn more about Nicholas Bradford’s work at: https://www.nationalcenterforrestorativejustice.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalcenterforrestorativejustice/