School Support Services
Unfortunately, educators are not ordinarily given
materials and information about adoption, so they
do not have the tools to help children learn about
it.
Yet, in their world of school, after-school activities, and the
neighborhood, adopted children need the support of informed adults
who can guide
their peers’ understanding
and acceptance of adoption. Teachers are the critical link to that
world:
- They are in a consistently influential position.
- Children trust them to have factual, accurate information.
- Children value their advice and opinions.
- They are skilled at providing information, while
leaving room for children to make the
information relevant for themselves.
C.A.S.E.
has developed S.A.F.E. At School: Support for Adoptive Families
by Educators, a program to assist educators in understanding the
unique challenges
for children
who are growing up adopted. C.A.S.E. also provides school consultation
for adoptive families.
For more information or to schedule an appointment,
please call 301-475-8525 or email caseadopt@adoptionsupport.org
To find a workshop or group meeting, visit our program
calendar,
