Description
The Disability Discrimination Act (1992) and the Disability Standards for Education (2005) are important pieces of federal legislation that schools should consider when enrolling and catering for students with disabilities and learning difficulties. The DSE was recently reviewed and a major finding was that schools continue to misunderstand their legal obligations and need further support to meet these obligations into the future. This session will examine the legislation and offer guidelines in the areas that school leaders and teachers may wish to consider when reviewing their policies and procedures.
Presenters
Lynne Nixon (AISWA Staff)
Consultant - Child Protection
Lynne joined the Inclusive Education team at AISWA in April 2017 where her roles have included Inclusive Education Consultant, Inclusive Education Coordinator, and currently Consultant - Child Protection. She brings experience in filling various roles within schools, particularly in the areas of disability and leadership. During her time as Principal, Lynne has been passionate about creating an inclusive school culture and community, and quality teaching and learning. She has been involved in supporting and mentoring school leaders, and school registration, particularly in child protection and disabilities.
Lynne currently provides support to all AISWA schools in child safety and child protection. She is the AISWA contact in assisting inquiries related to child abuse including mandatory reporting and works with other child safe /child protection agencies.
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Segments
Event Segment
Date / Time
25 Jul 2018 Starts: 13:00 Finishes: 15:00Delivery Format : In Person
AISWA Seminar Room (First Floor)
PL Hours : 2.00
Course Number
10Learning Area
- Inclusive Education
School Area
- Early Childhood (PK - 2)
- Middle Primary (3-6)
- Secondary (7-10)
- Senior Secondary (11 - 12)