Who
When you need help, find a ________ adult.
Trusted
What is self advocacy?
The action of standing up and speaking up for yourself.
Making your needs known.
Asking for help when needed.
Understanding your rights.
What are the three sizes of problems?
Small
Medium
Large
3 methods to ask your teacher a question
Chat during Zoom
Google Chat
Who understands your needs and feeling BEST?
Yourself
Why can't your mom/teacher/friend always advocate for you?
They can sometimes, but YOU know yourself best.
They may not always be available to help.
They may misinterpret what you need or how you feel.
The problem size that almost always requires help from an adult...
Large
Your teacher is moving through the slides too quickly. How can you advocate for your needs?
Type into chat asking to slow down
Raise hand and verbally ask to slow down
Email teacher after class and ask for slides and let teacher know it was moving too fast for you.
A student in Math is bullying you. Who could you ask for help?
Math Teacher
Home Court Teacher
Student Center Staff
Parent
The 3 "Knows" of self advocacy
Know yourself and your needs
Know your rights
Know how to ask for help
The problem size you are likely able to resolve on your own...
Small
You do not understand an assignment. How can you ask for help?
Email your teacher or teacher assistant
Home Court HW help session
XLT in Social Comm on Fridays
Google Chat a peer from your class asking for help
Ask Mrs. Johnson for an individ. HW help session