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POPFASD

Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

The Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) is funded by the British Columbia Ministry of Education and has been in existence since 2006. We are located in Prince George, British Columbia and hosted by School District No. 57. A multi-district Steering Committee offers advice, direction and feedback. The mandate of our program is to increase educators’ capacity to meet the learning needs of students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

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Highlighted Resources

Using an FASD-Informed Approach to Support Complex Learners

Did you know that the estimated prevalence of FASD is 4% (1 out of 25 learners) and that the majority of students with FASD will not have a diagnosis? This workshop by the Provincial Outreach Program… Read more

Communication and the 8 Magic Keys

The 8 Magic Keys are guidelines to developing successful interventions for all learners, including those with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Developed by Deb Evenson and Jan Lutke, the keys… Read more

Supporting Literacy Development in Students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can significantly hinder a student’s literacy development, impacting their entire learning journey. This workshop by the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal… Read more

Using Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) to Support Writing for Students with Complex Needs

Writing is a complex task that requires the coordination of many different skills. In this session, Nicole Harris will describe the cognitive demands of writing and explain some challenges that… Read more

Supporting School Transitions for Students with Brain-Based Differences

Whether entering kindergarten, starting a new grade, or changing schools, there are many major school-based transitions in a student's life. There are strategies and approaches teams can take to make… Read more

Word by Word: Building a Literate Future Together

Join Vanessa as she showcases innovative provincial literacy projects that are transforming classrooms and communities. This session highlights practical strategies, success stories, and… Read more

Supporting Language Comprehension for Students with Complex Needs

Language comprehension is identified as one of the primary disabilities for students with brain-based differences, including FASD. This can significantly impact student’s abilities to comprehend… Read more