Is this Self-Advocacy?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Katie goes to the mall to meet up with friends.
This is not an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Katie is just doing something for fun.
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Believe in Yourself
You are a unique and valuable person. You are worth the effort it takes to advocate for yourself. You can do it! You may need to work on raising your ____________ to really believe in yourself and become your own best advocate.
What is self-esteem (or any synonym such as confidence, self-belief, etc)
This item allows you to organize any school-related tasks you need to complete. It is helpful in keeping due dates in mind. You can easily take it anywhere you go.
What is an agenda?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Andrew asks his teacher to speak a little louder because he is having trouble hearing him from his assigned seat in the back row.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Andrew is recognizing what he needs to help him be a more successful student.
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Decide What You Want
Clarify for yourself exactly what you need. This will help you set your own ____________ and help you be clear to others about what it is that you want and need for yourself.
What are goals?
You can reach out to this person to help you be more successful in a class. This person's goal is to help you reach your goals.
Who is a teacher?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Trevor takes food to a homeless shelter at Christmas time every year.
No, this is not an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Trevor is performing an act of service.
Plan Ahead
Once you know what you need, make a plan to achieve your goal. Think of several ways to address the problem. Then take __________ using the one that you feel has the most chance of being successful.
What is take action or take control?
You may need this to feel capable of taking the action needed to reach your goal. Having this helps when self-advocacy isn't easy. The cowardly lion was also in search of this.
What is courage or determination?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Heather asks a classmate to study with her for their science exam.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Heather is identifying that studying with a classmate will help her be a successful student.
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Communicate What You Need
Decide who you need to communicate with to most effectively achieve your goal. Talk directly with the person who can best _________ you.
What is help, assist, or support?
You can reach out to this staff member for support or encouragement no matter what part of your life you'd like to change. This person is trained to listen and help work through problems...and may even make you laugh.
Who is the counselor or administrator?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Alex signs up to attend his math teacher's WIN session to get extra practice with a skill he is confused about.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Alex is using his resources to be a more successful student in math.
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Don't Quit
Don’t give up! Follow through until you achieve your goal. Dedicate yourself to doing everything you need to be successful. This may require you to make _____________, but they will pay off in the long run!
What are sacrifices or changes?
Use this to speak up for yourself or for someone else. Without the use of this, people that can help you may not be aware of your needs or goals.
What is your voice?