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Disability Programs
In many schools a learning support team - of teachers,
parents/caregivers, other support staff and students - meets regularly
to make sure the ongoing needs of students with disabilities are met.
School community members may help with:
 | learning programs developed by teaching staff |
| mobility |
| personal care |
| safety |
| health care procedures |
| liaison between the school and its community |
| special provisions, such as a 'reader' or 'writer' for an
examination |
To be eligible for these programs students must have an identified
disability as defined by the Department of Education and Training
criteria and have essential educational needs that are directly related
to their identified disability.
Itinerant Support Teacher, Hearing (ISTH) are trained in the education
of students with hearing impairment and offer support to families and
carers of children from the age of diagnosis to Year 12.
Braille and Large Print Services
This service produces texts and external examinations in braille and
large print and maintains a comprehensive library in both formats.
Itinerant Support Teacher Vision (ISTV)
Itinerant Support Teacher Vision (ISTV) are teachers trained in the
education of students with vision impairment and offer support to
families and carers of children from the age of diagnosis to Year 12.
Health Care
Health care planning is required for all students who have significant
health care needs because of disabilities or medical conditions. Schools
can access advice from the District Special Education Consultant and the
Senior Education Officer for High Support Needs.
Building Modifications
Building modifications may need to be made so that students with
disabilities have access to the school. Contact the local school or
district office for specific information regarding access and building
modifications.
Access and participation team
The APT provides consultancy, resources and
information to government and non-government schools and agencies to
assist with students, aged between 0-20 years, who have severe
disabilities. There are educators, speech pathologists, physiotherapists
and occupational therapists in the APT team.
Transport
Special transport services are provided for some students with
disabilities who are unable to travel independently to and from school
and whose families are unable to arrange for transport. Contact your
local school or district office for more information.
Support Technology
Support technology is available for students who have a diagnosed
disability. The technology/equipment may help with classroom learning or
physical access and personal care needs. The Senior Education Officer,
Support Technology provides information, support and advice to schools
and districts.
The school principal, teachers, school counsellors and other members of
the local community are available to support students with disabilities.
Complaints
Complaints about disability discrimination can be lodged through the
Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission. Talk to your principal or
your district Disability programs Consultant
if you are experiencing difficulties or disability discrimination. |
