Understanding how the sensory environment can affect a student’s ability to learn, participate, and feel successful WHAT IS SENSORY PROCESSING? Sensory processing is the brain’s ability to receive, organize, interpret, and respond to information from our bodies and the environment. We are constantly receiving sensory information — even when we are not consciously aware of it. Our brain processes information from: 👀 Vision — lights, movement, visual clutter 👂 Hearing — voices, bells, chairs moving, background noise ✋ Touch —… Read More
Let’s Talk About AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) Communication looks different for everyone—and every way of communicating is valid. This May, we are highlighting AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) to help families learn more about the many ways children can express themselves. What is AAC? AAC includes all the ways we communicate besides talking. It can be used instead of speech or alongside speech. AAC can be: Unaided (no tools needed): gestures, pointing, facial expressions, sign language Aided (uses tools):… Read More
World Autism Acceptance Day 2026 On April 2nd, the world comes together to recognize World Autism Acceptance Day, a time to celebrate the unique talents and contributions of individuals on the autism spectrum. This global observance serves as a reminder to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for those with autism, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive environments where all individuals can thrive. Through awareness campaigns, advocacy efforts, and community events, World Autism Day aims to foster a more inclusive society… Read More
Award Winners Congratulations to Steinbach Regional Secondary School student Macy Smith and Niverville Middle School Student Hayden Loeppky on receiving the 2026 Yes I Can! Award from the Manitoba Council for Exceptional Children . Macy was nominated by SRSS Learning Support Teacher Jackie Willis and Hayden was nominated by NMS Learning Support teacher Caitlyn Arnould. The Yes I Can Awards were established to acknowledge the achievements of children and youth with disabilities; to overcome barriers caused by disabilities or public misconceptions; to encourage children and youth… Read More
Kids Together – A group for kids who understand what it’s like to have a parent or caregiver with cancer. Registration Deadline: Oct 25, 2025. See pamphlet for more details.
This article brought to you by our Early Childhood Educators in the Hanover Parent Child Community Program Behaviour is a window. In the Hanover School Division, we believe that the behaviours we witness daily are a window into what a child is thinking, how they’re doing and what they need from us. Here are a few thoughts compiled on managing behaviours, understanding realistic expectations and setting up children to successfully regulate their feelings and emotions and in turn their behaviour.… Read More
