Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday and some relaxing time with your family. I am excited to start a new calendar year with Medfield Public Schools. My first six months have been a whirlwind but I have gained a great deal of information, worked closely with staff and families, visited the schools many times and enjoyed collegial and spirited conversations. I am looking forward to the second half of the year and all that we are set to accomplish.
Neurodiversity: One area of conversation that I have had with a variety of stakeholders revolves around the concept of neurodiversity. Neurodiversity refers to the concept that "neurological differences are to be recognized and respected as any other human variation" (https://neurodiversitysymposium.wordpress.com/what-is-neurodiversity/). I have further continued to find myself discussing how to help all students to be successful beyond high school. This does not just mean in college or postsecondary education but in the working world as well. How do we help students to build a repertoire of skills that will assist in bringing success for them in any career and how do we further help students to recognize strengths that they bring to the workforce, no matter their areas of need or limitations? This article was recently shared with me and intrigued me as it discussed both of these issues together and how the workforce is beginning to adapt to the concept of neurodiversity. SEPAC: The next SEPAC meeting will be held on January 15 at 7pm at the Blake Library. I hope to see many of you there. Also, don't forget the Medfield SEPAC stress-relieving family event on January 22nd at Medfield High School Library - Tapping with Holli Bassin Take Care, Mary Comments are closed.
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AuthorMary Bruhl is the Director of Student Services for the town of Medfield, Massachusetts. Archives
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