Resource Guides
Helping a child with Tourette Syndrome is not difficult.
Adult support staff both in and out of school come into contact with TS students outside of the classroom. This guide provides suggestions on dealing with TS behaviors for bus drivers, coaches, and other adult leaders. A little patience combined with creativity and flexibility in the learning environment can help children with Tourette Syndrome (TS) thrive and overcome their unique challenges. We have created the following Resource Guides to help you address the special needs of a child with Tourette Syndrome and related disorders.
For Teachers
Teachers have the critical job of finding methods that design a classroom community where every child is valued. This guide provides insights on how to create an environment that will help a student with TS thrive.
For Principals
Principals and administrators play an important role in enhancing a TS student's experience. This guide covers ways to prepare teachers and staff for a TS student and offers suggestions on adapting the school environment for their special needs.
For Counselors
For students with TS the school counselor if often the link between teachers, administrators and parents. This guide contains suggestions on how to establish a strong relationship with a TS student and help them adapt to the learning environment.
For Support Staff
Adult support staff both in and out of school come into contact with TS students outside of the classroom. This guide provides suggestions on dealing with TS behaviors for bus drivers, coaches, and other adult leaders.
Links
National Institutes of Health
http://ninds.nih.gov/distorders/tourette/tourette.htm
Get a full TS fact sheet at
National Institute of Health Fact Sheet
Kids Health
website with resources for kids and parents Includes information and background on TS
http://kidshealth.org
Neuroscience for Kids:
Washington University faculty page on neuroscience Includes information on TS inclduing history, facts, diagnosis, causes and famous people with TS
http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/neurok.html
National TSA
National Tourette Syndrome Association online
Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation
About BCTF
Joshua Center
www.joshuacenter.com
Support the Foundation
Your donation to the Jim Eisenreich Foundation will help us reach more kids and families affected by TS.
Please send your donation to:
Jim Eisenreich Foundation
Post Office Box 953
Blue Springs, MO 64013
Thank you for supporting our work with children suffering from Tourette Syndrome!!