Staff and Student Spotlight
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Lauren Cook joined Pathway in September of 2017. Before Pathway, Ms. Cook assumed her first teaching position at Melmark and then she transitioned to the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit as a Head Start Pre-School Teacher. Her experience in a special education environment is extremely diverse which makes her a great asset to The Pathway School team. “Every child can learn, and having an awareness of their capabilities allows for the development of challenging, yet appropriate lessons. With the appropriate delivery and accommodation, any child is capable of limitless success in school.” Lauren stated.
"Lauren Cook is a dedicated teacher who cares very much for her students and co-workers. Ms. Cook is open to suggestions and demonstrates the changes immediately in her work with the students. She differentiates for each of her students and understands what they each need emotionally and academically. She always demonstrates professional behavior around the students, parents and LEAs. Ms. Cook is an asset to The Pathway School." said Ms. Prestia, Principal, The Pathway School.
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I'Shay Legare started Pathway back in September of 2014. This remarkable student was one of the first to receive the “Golden Wrench” award in our Vo-Tech Program. This award is presented to a student who has gone above and beyond in class demonstrated a willingness to participate, accept, thrive and help out.
When I'Shay first arrive at Pathway, her teacher was Ms. Subers. She also has had Ms. Massimo, Ms. Prestia. Now, in upper school her teacher for the 2018-2019 school year was Ms. Harper. I'Shay has matured into a fine young lady. She takes pride in her work and has held jobs both on and off Pathway's campus.
I'Shay enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Her IC's, Ms. Pearson and Ms. Ima, were fortunate enough to grow with I'Shay through the process from lower school and now upper school. We cannot wait to see where I'Shay's determination take her here at Pathway and beyond!
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Written by: Kara Fawley, Director of Clinical and Behavioral Services
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As summer winds down it is essential to start preparing for the start of school in order to make it a smooth transition. Here are some tips from our clinical department for supporting your child with their return to school.
Create routine
Some parents get more relaxed about mealtimes and bedtimes in summer and now is the time to start creating a daily schedule that looks more like the regular school year. Begin by inching bedtimes back little by little and anchoring days with a lunch or dinner at a consistent time.
Visit museums or other cultural attractions
This can help shift your child back into a more “scholarly” mindset. Many museums offer free admission on certain dates and times, so pick your favorites and plan a trip!
Reduce screen time
Every few days replace some screen time with reading or educational activities. Parents may need to say something like, “When you read for 15 minutes, then you can earn more screen time.” Be sure to limit screen time in the hour before bed and remove electronics from bedrooms to prevent them from interfering with your child’s sleep.
Review information about the coming year
Discuss your child’s expected classes, homeroom, upcoming events, anything that will help them feel more prepared. You may want to review what to expect on the first day of school. If your child is new to Pathway or you think they may fare better if they is more familiar with the environment (as is often the case with children with autism or others that have difficulties with change or transitions), please contact us to schedule a walk-through and/or time to meet their new teacher before the year starts.
Focus on the positive aspects of returning to school
Perhaps your child will be excited about seeing friends, their favorite teaching staff, and the activities planned for the new year. Let your child pick out new supplies they will get excited about using. At Pathway, we are excited to open our new Innovation Center and have our students interact with the new technology available!
Do something fun to diffuse the stress from this time of year!!
Even if it’s just getting Rita’s or walking the dog after dinner when it’s still light out, but not as hot. Everyone needs to take some time for self-care and re-connection.
Enjoy the rest of your summer break!
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Join us October 18th for Pathway’s 59th Anniversary Legacy Gala celebration as we honor Louise Robertson for her 35 years of service to The Pathway School. Our annual gala raises funds needed to support the tradition of innovation that makes Pathway a model and leader for other schools serving children with special needs and learning differences.
This year the gala will be held at the historic William Penn Inn in Ambler, PA. For additional information about this event, and to register as a sponsor or attendee
click here!
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National Make a Will Month
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August is national awareness month for an array of logical and hilarious things including,
- National Back-to-School Month
- National Eye Exam Month
- National Crayon Collection Month
- National Catfish Month
- National Golf Month
- And many more, including National Make-A-Will Month
While this is clearly a topic many don’t like to think about, there are many reasons why it is so important to have a last will and testament. No matter how much money a family has, it is important to have a will so that your wishes are known and formally documented saving agony and anguish for those you care about most when you are gone. It provides peace and certainty for how important matters will be dealt with including custody of minor children, who in your family will get what, and who is responsible for managing these details. Without a will, the duties often fall to the state to determine how to handle distribution of assets and payment of liabilities. It could even fall to the state courts to determine who will have legal custody of minor children. Families with greater wealth will benefit by also having an estate plan.
AARP surveys show that as many as 6 in 10 adult Americans have “not gotten around” to creating a will. If you have not yet created a last will and testament and/or an estate plan, August is a great time to do it. Contact an attorney you trust, or, you can use Legal Zoom, Nolo, or Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2020 to create simple wills. And, you can be a superhero by making a bequest in your will to the charitable organizations you care about most. Whether it’s your house of worship, your alma mater, or an important local organization (like The Pathway School), each will tell you that your charitable bequest, no matter how big or small, can make a huge difference in helping them fulfill their mission. You can contact The Pathway School Development Office for sample language to make a bequest to your charity of choice in your will.
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This summer, The Pathway School ran its Extended School Year Program which included learning, activities, clubs, field trips and much more! The students were able to pick between Master Chef, Musicopia, fine arts, robotics, coding, drama, wearable technology, fashion, dance, egames, sports and snapology as their clubs of choice.
At the end of the summer program, many of these clubs put on performances. The Drama club put on "Pathway Players present a Musical Revue" at Theatre Horizon which included songs from the Little Mermaid, Singing in the Rain, The Lion King and Hairspray. The wearable technology and Musicopia clubs put on performances in Pathway's gym for the students and staff to see their new skills and talents! We cannot wait to see what's to come for next year's EYS program!
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Amazon shoppers, this one is for you!
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Amazon's foundation allows customers to select a charitable organization to
receive donations made by the foundation, not the customer, every time a customer makes a purchase online from Amazon.
There is absolutely no cost to customers! Through their foundation, Amazon Smile, Amazon makes a donation equivalent to .5% of the purchase price to the customer’s selected charity.
Select Pathway School in Jeffersonville, PA by going
here
! Your purchases will help The Pathway School at no cost to you!
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