https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb After you explore the resources, videos, and links in Module Five, share an epiphany you had this week about the sensory, physical, or health care needs of either one of our case study students or a family member. Note that this padlet will be a running commentary and you may be able to peruse your peer's insights more easily. I've added the LIKE feature so you can give a thumbs up to a peer en-us 2022-10-13 23:01:29 UTC 2025-10-19 10:26:02 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2345618705 One thing that really stuck out to me was the teamwork that is needed for Madison's physical and health needs. It takes a village for Madison to be able to attend school, or go on a play date. I often would not think about this, but after reading many articles in this module it is clear that Madison's family has to be so trusting of many other people to take care of their daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend.]]> 2022-10-18 17:44:32 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2345618705 https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2352486024 One thing that stuck out to me was the comfort kits and how they are being implemented in Northern VA for those who have disabilities. I worked with a student with autism who had trauma surrounding police officers, so things could get a little sticky whenever they heard sirens. This Comfort Kit could help them so much because of all these wonderful items inside, like the noise-canceling headphones.

Regarding our case study students, I thought a lot about Arthur when going through the Positioning and Handling PDF. I know we talked a lot about his positioning, spasticity, and how there was not a lot of training for positioning and handling for classroom aides. Now, I understand how much goes into positioning and handling, but I am very thankful Arthur has access to the materials needed to help his positioning, but I am also glad that, even if his family did not have access to these materials, that the Medicaid waiver is based on the child's income in Virginia and not the parent(s)' income. While there might be a fight to get the support needed for certain materials, it is nice to know that anyone can have access to the Medicaid waiver in Virginia regardless of parent income.]]> 2022-10-23 18:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2352486024 https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2358256967 Something that stuck out with me was the guidelines for healthcare in schools. I looked closely at the part that talked about how to position students with physical disabilities, especially in wheelchairs. Arthur has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair throughout the day, and he has different chairs that he can transition in. According to my reading, transitioning needs to be getting the student active and moving. The student should be trying to stand and pivot into another chair. The aide will most often just pick up Arthur and carry him to his next chair. I did not realize how many steps there should be to transitioning a student who uses a wheelchair. I am not there when the physical therapist is there with him, so I am interested to see how she moves him around to his walker, chairs, and sitters.]]> 2022-10-27 01:50:35 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2358256967 https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2358370098 I learned so much from this module. I think the one thing that I found the most interesting was how in detail the lecture on CP went. This is a video that I have now saved to my drive in order to be able to go back through it when need be. It amazes me what kinds of resources are available for parents, teachers, as well as students peers to be able to learn more about their son/ daughter, student, or friend. ]]> 2022-10-27 03:19:49 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2358370098 https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2359678477 The part of the module that I liked the most was the section on sensory needs. I specifically looked at the use and implementation of comfort kits. I think that having this for a child who uses fidget, or who could benefit from sensory regulation would be wonderful. I was weary about the distraction level that could come with this, but after further exploration on items that could be included in a comfort kit, I think it is a good way to help those students with their sensory needs. 
I also enjoyed the website on emotional regulation and usurping some sensory input as a way to regulate big feelings and emotions. There are some great resources such as cards and input from an Autistic person on just how crucial sensory input can be when calming down or getting amped up to do a task. ]]> 2022-10-27 20:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethmaltieri/df5pkp1za5zrwmwb/wish/2359678477