Moniqua Gallop

Please Let Me Do It Myself!

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by Patricia Dischinger As a technical assistance consultant who works with teachers of children with DeafBlindness ages birth-five, I am constantly talking with teachers about the importance of independence for children with DeafBlindness including helping them develop the ability to explore their environment independently and to actively participate in their daily activities. Two techniques that … Read more

Together Everyone Achieves More: School/Family Perspectives on Educational Strategies

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Mother, father and child sitting at a table with teacher

The acronym T.E.A.M. stands for ‘Together Everyone Achieves More’. We must be sure to value and recognize the importance of understanding the child’s family perspective as part of the student’s educational team. Academic, functional, and communication success of the child can be achieved when home/school collaboration is present. When the team works together through collaboration … Read more