Matthew Browne

Matt is the 4th-grade EAL teacher at Shekou International School in Shenzhen, China. Originally from the United States, he has a bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Miami University and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction with an ESL focus from the University of Virginia.

Prior to working at SIS, he was the learning support teacher at the Australian International School Bangkok. He also served on the SENIA Thailand Board of Directors acting as the organization’s Treasurer. Before working in Thailand he was an elementary ESL teacher at a local Taiwanese public school in Taipei, Taiwan.

Professionally, he is interested in support services delivery and organizational structures, strategies for students with Dyslexia, and finding ways of supporting students who have both language and learning needs.

Matt’s non-educational interests include cycling, badminton, hiking, fitness, reading, all things related to green tea, and trying out new cafes.

Australia

Weekly Wednesday Webinars – Learning Difficulties Australia

Hosted by the LDA General Manager, Michael Roberts, this week’s WWW is a recording of Louisa’s presentation from the 2021 LDA National Conference. So, if you weren’t able to attend the conference, this is your chance to catch up on some of what you missed https://www.ldaustralia.org/conferences-and-seminars/

If you would like to access past webinars, the Learning Difficulties Australia YouTube Channel is a wealth of information https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIx6qtzWNgbPxz5fYzjYcw

Australia

Coming 30th May 2021 – Book Now!

https://www.ldaustralia.org/conferences-and-seminars/

Australia

Connect With Us.

We are very pleased to share our brand new social media networks.

Connect through Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/senia.australia

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senia_australia01/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustraliaSenia

Chapter Updates, Conference, Europe

Video Interviews from Bringing Student Support into the Classroom

Our April 17 virtual event was attended by over 60 people, and received rave reviews. Thanks for the positive support and feedback! We hope to host another similar event soon.
As promised, these are the recorded interviews with all of our guests. Materials promised will be emailed to participants, and watch our Facebook page for articles recommended.Â

Alicia Chodkiewicz: Creating a Student Snapshot from the Psycho-educational Evaluation

Vera den Otter & Susannah McGlamery: Building resiliency and social emotional competencies in the classroom (focus on the upper school age student)

Kerry Mees:Â Supporting Students with Language Difficulties in the Primary Years

Nele Geuns:Â Sensory Integration Strategies in the classroom

Petal Jaffrey:Â Building resiliency and social emotional competencies in the classroom (focus on the young child and families)

Australia

Meet Caroline

Caroline is a passionate advocate for students with disabilities, and their families. She has been educating children since 1995 and is currently an Assistant Principal and Students with Disabilities Coordinator, with a Masters of Education (Leadership & Management) and a Bachelor of Children & Families (0-14yrs). Caroline has two teenage boys with learning disabilities, which, for Caroline, reinforced the importance of advocating for our young people with disabilities, so they can have the same opportunities as their peers.

Beijing Chapter

Meet SENIA-Beijing at Jing Kids International School Expo

Come visit SENIA-Beijing at the Jing Kids International School Expo Beijing

April 17, 2021, 10am – 5:30pm.Â Scan the QR code below for details.

Europe, Latest Updates, Professional Development

April 17, 2021 SENIA-Europe Online Networking and Resource FREE Virtual Event

BRINGING STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES INTO THE CLASSROOM

Online SENIA-Europe Networking & Resource FREE Event

INFORMATION and REGISTRATION HERE

17 APRIL 2021

9:00-10:30 British Standard Time

10:00-11:30 Central European Time

11:00-12:30 Eastern European Time

FEATURED SPEAKERS AND SESSION SUMMARIES

Including

Creating a Student Snapshot from the Psycho-educational Evaluation

Sensory Integration Strategies in the classroom

Building resiliency and social emotional competencies in the classroom (young child and families, and upper school age student)

AND MORE!

We look forward to meeting and learning with you during this fantastic event!

INFORMATION and REGISTRATION HERE

Beijing Chapter

Best Buddies

ClickÂ BJ Kids Dec 2020 p 12 -13 SENIA Beijing Article BJ Kids Dec 2020 p 12 -13Â to read the featured article. Click BJ Kids Dec 2020 p 12 -13 to read Beijing Kids December 2020 edition.