Introducing a New Executive Functioning Resource for DPM Families

September 1, 2020

We are pleased to introduce a new executive functioning resource for DPM families, created by DPM Executive Functioning (EF) Coach Ms. Cecilia Ryon.

Executive functions are the cognitive abilities that control and regulate most of what we do in day-to-day life. Executive functions include the ability to initiate, plan and organize, set goals, solve problems, regulate emotions, and monitor behavior.

You won't want to miss this new DPM executive functioning online hub with well organized and easy-to-find tools and information. You can find the new EF hub here, and watch a great video where Ms. Ryon walks us through how to navigate the new EF hub here.

A little more about Ms Ryon:

I have taught English/Language Arts for 14 years (how has it been so long!?) with four of those years at Deer Path Middle in 8th grade. I have a Master's degree in Communication Arts and a National Board Certification in Early Adolescent English/Language Arts. Prior to moving to Chicago, I taught in Chesterfield, Missouri. Over the years, as I have worked with students in my classroom and through my summer school Executive Functioning course, I have developed a deep appreciation for the way these habits and skills impact everything we do. I'm thrilled to work with the students, families, teachers, and staff of DPM to make this a successful year for all of us!

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