Rostrevor Magazine 2020-2021

At Rostrevor, there is a strong belief that every boy has the ability to succeed in a nurturing, inclusive and supportive environment. Inclusive Education is when all students, regardless of any challenges they may have, are placed in mainstream classes and receive high quality instruction, intervention, adjustments and supports that enable them to meet success with the curriculum. Rostrevor’s Inclusive Education Team, coordinated by Nadia Fantasia, is made up of teachers and educational support staff who are highly experienced, caring and nurturing. The team supports students with a diagnosed disability or learning concern using proven literacy and numeracy programs, including: The Macquarie Literacy Program - a systematic reading intervention program for small groups of students who require extra support in literacy. QuickSmart - an intervention program for students struggling in numeracy. The programs aim to upskill individual students in areas that they need. Organisational support is offered in small groups, as well as scheduled movement breaks to support regulation where needed. Social skills , life skill as well as gross and fine motor programs are also offered to enhance development and assist in improving school performance. In class, boys are taught a social, emotional learning program (What’s the Buzz) to build emotional intelligence. Students enjoy a sense of belonging by developing respectful relationships and encouraging empathy and resilience amongst peers. Conflicts between students are resolved by direct intervention to encourage boys to take responsibility for their actions and help them restore relationships. “Students with well-developed social and emotional skills find it easier to manage themselves, relate to others, develop resilience and a sense of self- worth, resolve conflict, engage in teamwork and feel positive about themselves and the world around them.” From the earliest age, boys are encouraged to become Men for Others by supporting each other and helping members of the community. Rostrevor’s leadership programs also give students many opportunities to develop their skills through House, community and student-led activities. Professional support Rostrevor employs a dedicated psychologist , Karolina Pasierbek, and counsellor Adrian Terminello who provide one-on-one support where it is needed. Helping Every Boy Thrive In recent years, Rostrevor has developed one of the most comprehensive and dedicated Inclusive Education teams in Adelaide. They are available to assist students with: • peer relationships • family difficulties • grief and loss • stress/study management • mental health • resilience and emotional regulation. Our psychologist and counsellor may be contacted if parents, caregivers or students feel the need for extra support via email: talk@ rostrevor.sa.edu.au. Rostrevor Magazine 2020 - 2021 / Page 55 Inclusive Education Team members le to right: Tess Thornton, Angelina Fiorito, Stephen Rendell, Nadia Fantasia, Paddy Fairlie, Tina Maridel (above) and Olivia Foresto (bottom right) and Bev Beneke (bottom le ). College psychologist Karolina Pasierbek (le ) and counsellors Leah Schultz and Adrian Terminello