Equitable Behavior & Classroom Management Practices for ADHD

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Evelyn Polk Green, MSEd Related seminars and products

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Evelyn Polk Green, MSEd, is a past national president of both ADDA, the Attention Deficit Disorder Association and CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). Evelyn is an adult with ADHD, and the mother of two adult sons, Perry and Robert, both of whom also have ADHD. Active in ADHD and mental health advocacy for more than 25 years, she has served as a leader representing the family voice in the ADHD and mental health communities in many capacities, including as a member of the Network on Children’s Mental Health Services funded by the MacArthur Foundation. She frequently represents the family/consumer perspective on mental health issues and often speaks to audiences and the media on a variety of topics. She has been focused on the challenges of ADHD in minority, poor and other underserved populations throughout her advocacy career. She is the recipient of several honors for her volunteer work in mental health and education, including the Beacon College Achieving Lifetime Vision and Excellence (ALiVE) Award for her advocacy work on behalf of children and adults with learning differences and ADHD. Evelyn works as an administrator with the Chicago Public Schools, planning professional development programs for early childhood special education professionals and families. She holds bachelor and master’s degrees from National Louis University and a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Evelyn Polk Green receives a consulting fee from QBTech. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Evelyn Polk Green is a member of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, the Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and the National Black Child Development Institute.

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Objectives

1. Implement equitable practices that create a positive and inclusive classroom environment for all students, particularly those with ADHD, fostering a sense of belonging and enhancing their overall learning experience. 
2. Apply a range of evidence-based classroom management strategies specifically tailored to students with ADHD, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. 
3. Utilize proactive interventions such as sensory-friendly arrangements, structured routines, and positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a harmonious and engaging learning space for all students. 

Outline

ADHD and Its Manifestations:  

• What ADHD is and its different subtypes 
• Common misconceptions and stereotypes about ADHD. 
• Key manifestations and challenges that ADHD students face in the classroom 
• Interactive activity: Case studies to illustrate various ways ADHD presents in students 

Tailoring Classroom Management for ADHD 

• How to build positive teacher-student relationships 
• Most effective evidence-based strategies that work 
• Proactive techniques to prevent behavioral issues and maintain an inclusive environment 

Fostering Self-Regulation and Positive Behavior: (15 minutes) 

• How to gain long-term benefits of self-regulation for academic success and personal growth 
• Techniques to help students develop better impulse control, focus, and emotional regulation 

Implementing Empathetic & Equitable Practices: (15 minutes) 

• Shifting perspective: Understanding ADHD as a neurodevelopmental condition, not a choice 
• Overcoming challenges of balancing order, inclusivity, and belonging in the classroom 
• Impact of our own bias and personal perspective 
• Strategies for creating an equitable classroom environment that benefits all students 

Target Audience

• Teachers/School-Based Personnel 
• School Administrators 
• Social Workers 
• Case Managers 
• Psychologists 
• Licensed Clinical/Mental Health Counselors 
• Speech-Language Pathologists 
• Occupational Therapists 
• Occupational Therapy Assistants