A Closer Look: Episode 3: Zoe Korengold from Lionsgate Academy in Shoreview, Minnesota on Supporting Students’ Psychological Health and Wellness
WebDescription
Two-time Frontline Initiative author Zoe Korengold, who is on the support response team (SRT) at Lionsgate Academy, reflects on how they handle situations with students who are experiencing big emotions that are challenging in a way that is supportive and safe for everyone. Zoe shares their perspective as an autistic person, who didn’t have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in school to support them, and how starting with students' strengths can make a huge difference in how students with disabilities view themselves.
Details
- Date
- 7/31/2023
- Type
- Podcast
- Publisher
- Institute on Community Integration, University of Minnesota
- Co-publisher
- National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals
Topics
- Direct support workforce
- Training
- Education practices (K12 and transition)
- Mentoring of youth
- Specific disability
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)