A number of useful presentations for teachers, parents and SNAs have been developed over the last number of weeks by the National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) and the HSE Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), in partnership with Kilkenny Education Centre. The COVID-19 pandemic and the responses to it have radically changed society and the education landscape.
These presentations have been developed to assist, inform and guide adults who are in contact with children who are transitioning from Primary to Post Primary school, but they will also be useful for parents and teachers of all children and young people who are returning to school following the COVID-19 school closures from March to September 2020.
Schools may find it useful to share these links with parents, teachers, SNAs and all other stakeholders in school communities. Information and knowledge will help ease the return to school for our young people.
Preparing and Supporting Students with ASD During COVID-19 Times
Presented by a NEPS Psychologist, this presentation deals with the issue of transition in uncertain times and preparing and supporting students with ASD for the move to Post Primary school during the time of COVID-19.
Adolescence and Developmental Changes
This presentation is a collaboration between the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) and Kilkenny Education Centre. It gives a psychological perspective on adolescence and developmental changes that coincide with the transition to Post Primary school.
Practical Approaches to Good Nutrition
This presentation, delivered by a CAMHS Senior Dietitian, explores factors which affect dietary choices.
What to Expect - Supporting Your Child
This presentation, by HSE Social Care Workers, explores preparing for the school move to Post Primary school, supporting your child's education, school and friendships.
Information, Tips and Strategies for Self-Regulation and Organisation
Presented by a CAMHS Senior Occupational Therapist, this presentation covers the themes of Self-Regulation and Organisation, and how you can help your child to make school more manageable.
Psychological First Aid (PFA) for Teachers
This presentation is offered by the Carlow/Kilkenny NEPS Team as part of their program of supports for school communities in the context of COVID-19.
Department of Education and Skills Resources
Wellbeing for Schools
The Department of Education and Skills have recently made a Wellbeing webinar for Primary schools and a Wellbeing webinar for Post Primary schools available on their website. There is also a Wellbeing Toolkit for both Primary and Post Primary schools available, which are comprised of a combination of NEPS-developed materials and information collated from other acknowledged sources, that promote natural resilience for all and recovery for those with additional educational needs.
Back to School Advice to Parents
The Department of Education and Skills also have various videos on back to school advice on their website for parents of both Primary and Post Primary school students.
