Thanks a million Laura! It was amazing to meet you in person.

long sleeved vests

So sorry to hear this - you're in my thoughts.

Also loved the call guidelines, so clear!

Hi Niamh, I've been teaching LEANS for a few cycles now, and it's transformative In the first cycle, I taught my daughter and she loved it. The characters are developed very well, and children see aspects of themselves across the characters. x

Looking forward to. Reading. Congratulations on award!

It's a nice vague and yet "catch all" phase isn't it! To give an example, schools are expected to write IBP - Individual Behaviour Plans for children in some cases. The guidance for writing these is grounded in begaviouralism. Here, the "eclectic" approach provides a loophole which I use.

Hi Niamh, I'll look for you. In terms of a citation, the inspectorate's 2020 report is likely to have reference to the approach. May also be in the autism guidance for school doc.

In the Irish context, there are quite a number of advocates who suggest wonderful approaches based on care, relationships, belonging and authenticity. Joan Mc Donald, Marie Delaney, Sharon Lambert, Eithne Hunt to name just a few...

The Department of Education moved to an eclectic model of support in Ireland. ABA and associated approaches, nevertheless, have a strong foothold and a behaviouralist mindset is still pervasive. Many glimmers, however.

Hi Helen did and I still haven't found the headspace to add Discord to my life. Anything with a password is my kryptonite! I'll get there.

Thank you. I over think these things. Was delighted to stumble across a much valued connection from another space and was hoping just showing happiness at this is OK.

I love when I find someone here that I used to be connected with elsewhere. Hope you're well.

So sorry to hear this. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.