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Quality Improvement Officer within Inclusion. 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 MEd SPMLD University of Birmingham.

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A graphic to promote a new webinar series from CELCIS based on the findings from the Children's Services Reform Research. There is an introductory video here.

A graphic to promote a new webinar series from CELCIS based on the findings from the Children's Services Reform Research. There is an introductory video here.

Find out more about our Children’s Services Reform Research study with this new video explaining the purpose, scope and findings of this research: buff.ly/3B0ultQ

08.03.2025 10:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Pre-Ordered and very much looking forward to reading this Lisa πŸ˜€

23.02.2025 10:34 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic to promote the CELCIS recorded webinar on Section 25 arrangements, in which researchers presented their findings and suggested ways on improving non-compulsory care for children and young people in Scotland.

A graphic to promote the CELCIS recorded webinar on Section 25 arrangements, in which researchers presented their findings and suggested ways on improving non-compulsory care for children and young people in Scotland.

ICYMI: The webinar recording about our research into Section 25 arrangements and what the future might hold for non-compulsory care for children and young people in Scotland is now available: buff.ly/4fZB5qZ

08.12.2024 10:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic with the logos of Bluesky, Facebook and LinkedIn which reads: Find us on these social media channels. You can follow us on Bluesky, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Graphic with the logos of Bluesky, Facebook and LinkedIn which reads: Find us on these social media channels. You can follow us on Bluesky, Facebook and LinkedIn.

From the new year we will be posting on Bluesky, Facebook and LinkedIn only. We would love to catch up with you on any of these platforms!

07.12.2024 16:37 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Close range photo of the wooden pier with a white cloud sky overhead and a few people in the distance. In Sopot, GdaΕ„sk, Europe’s longest wooden pier.

Close range photo of the wooden pier with a white cloud sky overhead and a few people in the distance. In Sopot, GdaΕ„sk, Europe’s longest wooden pier.

Photo shows a sea bird looking directly to us, sitting on a white wooden fence top with some sand and the Baltic Sea behind it. Most of the picture shows the large white clouds and a small area of pale blue sky above a gap in the cloud.

Photo shows a sea bird looking directly to us, sitting on a white wooden fence top with some sand and the Baltic Sea behind it. Most of the picture shows the large white clouds and a small area of pale blue sky above a gap in the cloud.

The wooden pier in setting sunlight casting a shadow of the fence on to the wooden pier. The sky is darker with more space between clouds allowing the golden sunlight to be seen reflected off the clouds and the ground.

The wooden pier in setting sunlight casting a shadow of the fence on to the wooden pier. The sky is darker with more space between clouds allowing the golden sunlight to be seen reflected off the clouds and the ground.

A clear glass on a saucer. Glass is full of amber coloured tea filled with slices of ginger, lemon, blood oranges and a sprig of rosemary.

A clear glass on a saucer. Glass is full of amber coloured tea filled with slices of ginger, lemon, blood oranges and a sprig of rosemary.

Preparing to go back to work after 2 weeks leave and reflecting on what I take forward with me.
1. Down time is vital.
2. Big skies are therapeutic.
3. Experiences will always trump β€˜stuff’.
4. Polish Winter Teas should be served everywhere!

Thank you GdaΕ„sk ❀️

08.12.2024 10:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Guide on the Children’s Rights case-law of the European Convention on Human Rights from the Council of Europe

ks.echr.coe.int/documents/d/...

07.12.2024 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic showing a small girl and a flower that represents the supporting child refugees and their families page on the www.CELCIS.org website.

A graphic showing a small girl and a flower that represents the supporting child refugees and their families page on the www.CELCIS.org website.

​If you are a local authority or organisation supporting and caring for child refugees, take a look at our online resource which has up-to-date guidance and information for all those in Scotland who work with and support children and their families: https://buff.ly/4buOYvK

04.12.2024 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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When annual leave gives the flexibility to be on holiday over our anniversary ❀️❀️ Celebrating in GdaΕ„sk

02.12.2024 19:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graphic to promote a new webinar series from CELCIS based on the findings from the Children's Services Reform Research. The first webinar is entitled: Reforming Children's Services: The Role of Data in Transformational Change

A graphic to promote a new webinar series from CELCIS based on the findings from the Children's Services Reform Research. The first webinar is entitled: Reforming Children's Services: The Role of Data in Transformational Change

On Monday morning! Sign up now for the first of our new CELCIS Emerging Insights Series: Reforming Children’s Services webinars which will look at the role of data and using information to drive change and reform to achieve improvements in outcomes for children and families: https://buff.ly/40SYx4z

30.11.2024 17:33 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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adoption.scot/adoption-week/
@adoptionukscotland.bsky.social

25.11.2024 21:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Service redesign and embedding voice through co-design are vital to creating the transformational change needed to
#KeepThePromise. The Promise Design Tools are free, interactive resources for those working to implement this change. Explore the new tools: ow.ly/Kkre50TSlgi

25.11.2024 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Promoting Equity in Education - Schooling for the Future PROMOTING EQUITY IN EDUCATION A SET OF RESEARCH-BASED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MATERIALS MEL AINSCOW These professional development materials focus on the greatest challenge facing education systems a...

Professional development materials for staff and teams working to promote #Equity in #Education - with thanks to Mel Ainscow

futureschooling.co.uk/inclusive-sc...

24.11.2024 00:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Creating the conditions for school Belonging - Schooling for the Future SCHOOLS AS PLACES OF BELONGING CREATING THE CONDITIONS FOR SCHOOL BELONGING FINDING ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS THAT MATTER Belonging is that sense of feeling confident that you will fit in. It’s a way o...

Schools as Places of Belonging - materials to support professional development and dialogue

futureschooling.co.uk/inclusive-sc...

24.11.2024 00:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

A great example of an attentive adult modelling communication. Natural, unhurried & without any expectation to replicate fully.
If you are teaching #communication & language to children who will not speak, our examples must also be natural, unhurried with attention to all their efforts to return.

24.11.2024 00:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Regulating Yourself and Your Classroom | Stress, Trauma, and the Brain | PBS LearningMedia Learn how students and teachers can often impact each other’s moods and brain function and find effective strategies that help keep students and adults calm and regulated, decreasing behavioral challe...

cptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/reg...

23.11.2024 16:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How Stress Impacts the Brain | Stress, Trauma, and the Brain | PBS LearningMedia Learn from Dr. Perry about the impact of stress on students and teachers, and how creating a safe, secure environment is critical to allowing students to reach their full learning potential.

cptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/how...

23.11.2024 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2

An important piece of research. With around 1 in 3 children in care living within a kinship arrangement, school staff, post-school planning teams, and health partners are likely to find this research a helpful read.

23.11.2024 14:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Step Up Network Leadership Journeys Webinar This year, we are following a consistent format as a trial for the academic year. Four panel discussions based around four different themes.

We have a great series of FREE webinars lined up this year and our next one is all about Leadership Journeys hosted by @boundlessltd.bsky.social

Reserve your spot here: Step Up Network Leadership Journeys Webinar www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/step-up-ne...

22.11.2024 19:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Fantastic news Jo! Many congratulations to your and all involved. Enjoy taking some well deserved celebrating πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ“

23.11.2024 01:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Research in Special Education

We’ve launched! Check out Research in Special Education (RiSE), a journal where all publications are open to everyone at no cost to authors!
Journal: riseopenjournal.org
Press release: tinyurl.com/3cmufchb

22.11.2024 18:44 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 4

I just scrolled #EduSky for a few minutes and counted how many images used alt text vs those that did not.

Only 17 images had alt text whereas 36 did not. This means our community is not accessible to blind users or others who use screen readers.

We have a lot of room for improvement. 🧡

17.11.2024 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 210    πŸ” 60    πŸ’¬ 12    πŸ“Œ 26

Hello Bluesky πŸ‘‹
Here for connection and discussion with folks driven to realise #QualityImprovement in #InclusiveEducation for all. #CurriculumDesign and #Accessibility for #Neurodivergent learners and those with #ComplexNeeds. #Communication and #Language in all their wonderful forms.

19.11.2024 23:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

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