1. Describe the range of emotions associated with being the parent of a child with special needs. Se

1.
Describe the range of emotions associated with being the parent of a child with
special needs. Select two emotional states and describe how you as a teacher
would you work with a parent experiencing these emotions.

2.
Identify and describe three roles that a parent of a child who has a disability
might undertake that are unlike the roles typically associated with parenting.

3.
Reese is a young girl with cerebral palsy. Her primary means of mobility is a
manual wheelchair, though she is also able to take a few independent steps.
Reese’s parents have recently separated and are in the process of divorcing.
Reese, her mom, and two older siblings have temporarily relocated and are now
living in the upstairs of her grandparents’ house. As a result of the move,
Reese has transitioned to a new school. Although her mom is generally very
involved with her child’s education, there are currently many stressors in her
life. Describe at least two of the stressors, besides divorce, that Reese’s mom
might be experiencing and explain how you think they might affect her time and
involvement with the school.

4.
Imagine you are a teacher in Reese’s new school. Describe three ideas you have
for building a relationship with Reese’s family and how you would go about
making the family feel welcome in your school.

5.
Imagine that you, as Reese’s new teacher, have just returned from a visit to
Reese’s grandparents. During your home visit, Reese’s mother vented about her
failed relationship with her husband and the reasons for their divorce. Now the
teachers in the teachers’ lounge are pushing you for the juicy details. What is
your responsibility in this situation and why?