CLSD and CDS Info

Clinicians are invited to MCEC’s Annual Conference on February 25–26, 2027. Hear from Hannah Beach, Dr. Angela Voutier, and Dr. Lesley Eblie Trudel on supporting student resilience, creating trauma-sensitive school environments, and promoting educator well-being. Explore the conference topics and speakers, and register using the link below! Topics Poster and Speakers Poster  

in: Announcements General

The Role of the School Counsellor: Supporting Total Student Well-Being

When you think of a school counsellor, what comes to mind? For many of us, it might be the guidance counsellor we remember from high school—someone who helped us choose courses, explore career options, or navigate a difficult situation. Today, the role of a school counsellor has diversified quite a bit! In Hanover School Division (HSD), we have school counsellors in every school, supporting students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Their role is broader than many people realize, but at… Read More

in: Uncategorized

SENSORY PROCESSING & LEARNING AT SCHOOL

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

in: General Occupational Therapy

May is Speech-Language Pathology Month!

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

in: Speech Pathology