Module 3-Celebrating Child Growth

Module 3 Discussion Question: Developmental Screening

3/2/2015

1. What is the importance of developmental screening for school-age children?
2. Describe your observation and recording method.

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213 Comments

Miranda Jones

4/27/2015 03:45:47 am

1. The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is in identifying developmental delays early enough to intervene with professional help.
2. At my center, we have a clipboard with a sheet of paper where we can jot down notes and give a copy to the parents. It is our policy to always give a copy of that paper to the parents.

Ann Zop

4/27/2015 03:47:48 am

Developmental screening for school agers is important for catching stuff like disabilities.
I don't have an observation method right now, my boss does all of that, but she has a paper in the child's file that she would fill out if she noticed something.

Antionette Griffin

9/25/2015 12:42:03 pm

i STRONGLY AGREE WITH YOU.

Drew

5/6/2015 12:14:34 am

The importance for developmental screening is to make sure no child is left behind. If you notice that a student is squinting to see the clock or their friends that are far away on the play ground this could show a problem with eye sight, that if gone undetected could also hinder learning in the classroom.
I keep sticky notes with me and make notes for the children during the day. This is also a place I can write achievements so that I can pass them along to parents if I don't see them.

Emily

5/15/2015 05:38:08 am

1. the importance of sccreening is to make sure to catch any devlopment delays early so that the child has a chance to get the help they need instead of just slipping by.

2. if i notice anything i talk with the other classroom teachers and explain what i have found and then make a note and talk with the parents about it.

Anamaria

12/15/2015 01:55:28 am

I STRONGLY AGREE WITH YOUR ANSWER

Edith Stillwell

7/26/2016 08:19:08 am

I agree with you on your statements. This is also what I do. At my care facility, I am the lead teacher, but I work 2 jobs and am also a para educator at a local elementary school. I observe, and work 1.1 with the students in my classes. I write down observations that I feel need to be addressed or noticed by someone else. In both my jobs, these observations would go to my supervisor/principle/teacher.

Kaitlyn

6/6/2015 02:35:46 am

Screening is important for kids to find early development delays. For example if you notice there squinting at the clock jot that down on a piece of paper and share with the parents

Roman

6/8/2015 02:07:25 pm

importance of the screening is being able to notice if anything will hinder development so help can be give from someone with know how's.
2. best way is to speak to the parents then record for future knowledge and parent concerns

Brooke P.

6/10/2015 07:43:53 am

The importance of screening a child is to make sure that nothing is coming in the way of the child's learning process. If you notice that they are having a hard time reading the board from the back of the class, make sure to talk with their parents when they come to pick them up or even send a note home so that the parent is aware

Brett Turner

6/10/2015 01:55:30 pm

1. Developmental screening for school-age children is important because it can give parents clues about possible disabilities that their child might have.
2. Our child care site writes down observations that seem out of the ordinary for a school-age child. We also relay this information to the parent of the child.

cindy

6/11/2015 10:45:04 am

1. screen is important communication tool to communicate with the parents and let them know how their children are doing. It will also keep a fundamental record of the child's development.
2. We have a report layout that we fill out if any incidents happened. We will give a copy to the manager and the parent.

Jessica Enebo

6/12/2015 04:40:30 am

Developmental screening is important to catch any potential problems in the future. I believe a good recording method is to write a note as soon as I notice a possible problem, then let the parents know either at pick up or through a note, depending on the situation.

Ruth W.

6/13/2015 11:39:02 am

1.) Developmental screening is important because it can possible provided assistance to a child that has been struggling due to issue that can be noticed through the screening.
2.) At our program we have a worksheet that a staff member can fill out electronically that can be given to our supervisors and then given to the parents.

Kiera link

6/16/2015 06:16:39 am

The point in developmental screening is to make sure the child is not being left behind. It is a way to see how the child is growing that way you have some sort of record to look back on.
At the center I work at we have incident reports where we record any injury that may have occurred or any concerns we have.

Caren Hogan link

6/22/2015 12:10:24 am

1. developmental screening is to make sure that the child doesnt have any issues that may have him struggling.
2. It is a great record to have for parents and also for your self to see how the child is progressing

Serena

6/23/2015 02:41:26 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening is that it helps us to know about any disabilities a child may have in order to treat them properly
2. At my center, each child has a paper that the caregivers fill out with any observations or comments that they may have and then give them to the parents

Kathryn Mills

6/28/2015 12:43:16 pm

Making keen observations regarding each child is essential to ensuring a healthy environment. Understanding and noting particular personalities and on going behavior traits will enable the worker to better suit their relationship to the child and the programming that is offered. it will be helpful in guiding your decisions on how to interact appropriately to the child and particular situations that arise. it also allows them to feel safe and cared for because it show that you are taking the time to understand who they are and how they best develop and interact with their environment and those around. when working with groups of children it is necessary to still adjust to each individual while offering programming that benefits all of the kids.

Mallery Luke

7/6/2015 07:25:09 am

Developmental screening is important so that the child can reach his or her full potential. If developmental delay is not recognized, it significantly affects children's learning. At the center I work at I don't know of any observation records other than incident reports. We record injuries or any concerns we may have regarding a child.

Shawna Calvert

7/8/2015 08:02:20 am

Developmental screening is important so that all providers, parents or anyone that works with the child can be on the same page, especially when behavior occurs. Also to catch behaviors that may be new and can be addressed. My observation and recording method would be to keep a separate notebook for the child and document all behavior for a time. Inform the parent that I am doing so and that they are able to observe the notebook at any time.

Delia Farrell

7/10/2015 09:01:55 am

1.The importance of developmental screening for children is to identify developmental delays early to intervene with professional help and to give the children the correct guidance that they need.
2. We first ask if the parents have any special needs for the children, then observe for any further things the kids may need help in, we write them down and then discuss with the parents again for an action plan to help the child improve in any areas

Victoria A Weaver

7/16/2015 10:20:16 am

Screenings are important for addressing developmental issues early on in the child's development. It enables parents to make choices on getting professional help, and teachers to figure out how to create the most effective learning environment so the child can thrive. Since I am an assistant, it is my job to report anything I see to a head teacher, who in turn shares the information with the center head. They both contact the parents, and them set up a personalized plan for moving forward with the child's care.

Jeremy Smith

7/19/2015 12:21:24 pm

Developmental screening for school agers is important for catching stuff like disabilities. It is paramount that not only you do this, but you make sure that staff does it as well. We currently have a notebook that we use to see if several staff members observe the same things.

Saida C.

7/22/2015 10:44:45 am

Developmental screening is important because it affects how the child learns. If a child needs extra resources and is not getting them this can put them behind in their classroom. I currently do not have a method however, if we do notice something peculiar in a child we let our director know so that she adds it to the child's file and the parent is notified.

teraza

7/23/2015 07:15:12 am

yvonne

7/24/2015 11:50:41 am

Screening I believe is an important thing, it helps in the long run as the child gets older to see if there is a delay in the childs development, I would observe the child on a daily and write any concerns that I notice.

teraza

7/25/2015 12:07:33 pm

the importance of screening is to make sure to catch any development delays early so that the child has a chance to get the help they need instead of just slipping by. if i notice anything i talk with the other classroom teachers and explain what i have found and then make a note and talk with the parents about it.

karlee

8/2/2015 09:42:11 am

it is important to record any delays in learning or any concerns you may have so that they can get help if necessary early on instead of just getting by or not retaining the knowledge that they should be. I have a notebook that I write in daily about different kids. or what there behavior was like that day.

Taylor thames

8/2/2015 10:01:04 am

It depends on the attitude of the parent. If a parent doesnt think their child needs one, then it shouldn't matter. But if the parent knows their child has a disability it will only help better inform them

Sherry

8/5/2015 03:27:20 am

1. It is important to due developmental screening because noticing something early on that can be corrected can have a profound impact on the child's learning ability.
2. Observation and recording method is a columned sheet of paper for date, name of student, and when parents were notified.

Juliana Davis-Marxer

8/5/2015 07:11:20 am

Developmental screening for school aged children is important in order to see how students are developing. Are they right on target with their age group or is there a delay in any given area? Learning disabilities can sometimes be hard to see so it is important to screen children while their brains are still developing.

We have a sheet with the student name then we can add in the dates as we notice things we need to take note of. If we notice a pattern then we are able to go to parents with data to go along with the information we are giving them about their child.

Amy Phaysith

8/6/2015 03:30:46 pm

1) Identifying developmental delays early so that parents can seek professional help if needed.
2) At our center, our method is writing notes to the parents if we observe the child is having difficulties in certain areas. We also have quarterly observation sheets that children, parents and teachers fill out.

Elena

8/17/2015 04:56:51 pm

1.It is important to do developmental screenings to find any hardships the child is having and help the students develop tools or find resources early on that will help prevent any further difficulties and challenges that arise.
2. Observations should include things out of the ordinary that are occurring or repetitive behavior that is unusual. It should include the date and time to see if patterns arise and parents or caretakers should be notified if behavior continues. Observations should also include things the child is excelling in or challenges they are experiencing.

Mandy

8/20/2015 10:39:37 am

The inportants of recording chlds behavior and development so incase there are warning signs of delayed development . Where I work we document behaviors and or anything we noticed development

Elise

8/20/2015 02:40:28 pm

It is important for providers to do developmental screening so that if a child is experiencing any delays they can be addressed early and have as little effect on a child's learn ability as possible.
My observation method would be to keep a closer eye on a child that I may think is having difficulties. I would then talk with the other teachers in the classroom to make sure they are also aware. I would then try and talk to the parents and see how the child is doing outside of the class room
To record these things I think that a chart with a list of all students names with a comments section. One should be created every few weeks, or once a month to keep track of any other changes.

Alicia Dickson

8/23/2015 02:17:58 pm

We constantly record behaviors and keep an open line of communication with staff and our supervisor. We talk to the parents about our observations or concerns. I am a firm believer that we have an open line of communication with all parties to help the child.

Claudia Martinez

8/25/2015 10:14:15 am

1. What is the importance of developmental screening for school-age children? It is important to make note of potential warning signs for delayed development, but it is important to realize that not all children develop at the same rate.

2. Describe your observation and recording method.
What we did for the summer camp was ask parents in the registration papers if their child had any special needs or medications they we were taking. write down our observations and speak to the parent when picking up or dropping off the child.

Zachary Scott

8/28/2015 10:32:36 am

1- The importance of developmental screening is in keeping children from having things that hold them back in their development, schooling, growth and life
2- I have never had to deal with this situation, if I did than I would merely make notes on what I observed and discuss with the parent(s) at an appropriate time

Madison

9/5/2015 07:04:39 pm

It is very important that children to participate in developmental screening to check for any developmental delays that will hold them back in school and will challenge them in order to follow the curriculum. When a child is diagnosed with a learning disability at a young age, the child is more likely to get the appropriate help they need in the classroom for the future.

Luckily in the field I work in, I am a teacher's assistant and any time I have any concerns about the child I have many other teachers and cite managers I can confront the situation to and let them observe for themselves.

Leah L'Rae Wonders

9/14/2015 11:44:39 am

1. It is important because it allows parents and caregivers the ability to quickly asses the situation and get help, if need be so that way the proper treatment plan can be made. This allows any observations that were noticed to be potential problems to be addressed and remedied for the best interest of the child to help them grow and develop instead of being held back from anything.

2. We have a behavior log sheet for each child where we can log unacceptable behavior or situations and put any observations we notice such as having a hard time reading, squinting, writing, etc.

Emily

9/16/2015 12:28:43 pm

It is important for children to undergo developmental screening so that any issues or irregularities that arise can be dealt with promptly, for the benefit of the child. For example, if a child is squinting and needs eye correction, it is better to take note of this early on so they can get what they need to be successful in their learning.

Keeping a log of developmental observations is important, and can be as simple as jotting down a date, name, and the behavior observed. It is then important to communicate the observations to parents, and to keep track of when parents have been contacted.

Robert Lee

9/17/2015 11:40:12 am

Screening is important because it can catch a developmental problem early. Early detection means that a problem will be lessened in the future.

My program observes a kids and documents any problems. We then subtly drop hints to the parent about the problem.

Michael Eng

9/21/2015 12:21:51 pm

Development screening is important to help identify what needs students have and how to best help this child and their specific needs. Observations and recordings should be made and then screening.

Andre Graham

9/22/2015 02:48:55 pm

The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is to identify potential developmental delays at an early age to have professionals intervene.
2. At my place of employment we keep a binder with a sheets of paper in a locked filed cabinet. We use this binder to write down behavioral issues as well as a variety of incidents; good or bad that we notice.

Olivia Margoshes

9/22/2015 06:38:36 pm

1. Developmental screening can alert teachers and parents to otherwise undetected needs in a child's life: if the child needs glasses, if a child responds more positively to one type of teaching method over another.
2. In my program we have a notebook for observations of children throughout the school day. We note if they are behaving abnormally and if they begin to exhibit a long-term change in behavior.

Elizabeth T Mason

9/23/2015 01:31:09 pm

developement screening helps how to approach a childs needs
it also helps how they develope and learn

Dillon Kramer

9/24/2015 08:23:42 pm

Developmental screening is important in detecting any behavior or learning disabilities/ problems a child might have. it is important to be able to identify those issues and relay them to parents and/or teachers if necessary. We have a note book that we use collective as a staff to write down issues with children, but we also have independent plan of care forms for parents to sit down with us or our director to discuss ways to help redirect or maybe remove them from the situation.

Katie Cook

10/6/2015 11:32:22 am

Developmental screening is important because it helps you see what each child's learning and interacting abilities are. Have a chart or even just a plain paper , write down the date, name of child , observations you see and parent contact. This helps you tell the parents what you see and the parents can help their child before it gets worst. Also it helps you to know that you might have to do a certain project or activity different for him or her.

maranda morton

10/10/2015 12:53:22 pm

Developmental screening is important becuase it is one way to ensure the child is developing as he or she should be. It is also helpful in possibly noticing some delays and getting help as soon as possible. I think charting is a great way to keep track of any odd or unusual behaviors that may be of concern. One on one time may also be helpful in developmental screening as children sometimes act differently in that setting or with adults.

anitha

10/11/2015 07:05:02 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening for school-age children to identify possible learning disabilities and developmental delays in students.
2. At my center, we should maintain a notebook for the child document for all behavior at all times and also record injuries or any concerns we may have regarding a child.

Amanda Phillips

10/12/2015 12:58:00 pm

The importance of developmental screening is to be aware of how the children learn, and any delays or challenges that you may be able to accommodate to help them be able to learn easier.
At my daycare, we have a chart for behavioral problems, and I also think we could add some things to it so that we can better communicate more about how their child is learning.

Amanda

10/15/2015 11:52:48 am

The importance of developmental screening is be aware of any odd behaviors from children, or any sudden changes in their behavior. This will allow adults to intervene and by adults talking, understanding, and providing help to the child if needed. This will also allow adults to be aware if an issue must be discuss with parents.

Meghan

10/16/2015 01:17:52 pm

Developmental screening is important so adults/teachers can notice any sort of developmental delay. If it is overlooked, a disability could be 'hidden' from their parents eyes for too long- not ensuring the child gets the help they need as soon as they might need it.
We have an anecdotal notebook where we note any observations, parent communications, etc - for staff eyes only.

Robyn

10/17/2015 11:49:26 am

If I were to observe something unusual in a child I would make sure that it is not just a temporary thing and once it is noticed make a mental not to watch for it to see if it occurs more than once. If I spot the same thing once more, I would inform the parent and the other teachers that it was noticed. If the parent has not already observed it I would ask the parent to keep an eye out for it and if they see it, advise them to take the child to the proper professional.

Rachel Berry

10/20/2015 12:31:17 pm

Importance of Developmental Screening:
I think it has two main meaningful outcomes. First, it helps in the discovery of any developmental delays that need to be addressed. Second, it gives parents updates on their children's growth. This can include both achievements and delays.
My school does not currently have a protocol to follow when it comes to documenting developmental observations. However I, as teacher, am allowed ample time to share with parents anything that comes to my attention during each day.

Maria Loredo

10/24/2015 09:24:17 pm

1.) The importance of developmental screening in a child is to catch disabilities and developmental delays early enough to help address and accommodate whats best for the child to properly help further their education.
2.) discuss with other teachers your observations. Note down any behavior patterns you notice. Communicate with parents.

Kiara mccallum

10/29/2015 10:39:17 am

1. Developmental screening is very important in a child because it helps the child identify any struggles or needs when needed at the right time and helps the child along the way.
2. Writing down observations and communicating with patents and teachers is a great way to record and notice things with the children.

Dassah Ortiz

10/30/2015 10:03:47 pm

1. Developmental screening is important because we want all students to be successful. Observing where they could need help could help both the student become more successful in learning.
2. In the center I work we have a binder with the name of all the kids with records of observations and behaviors we feel are important to know and for teacher and parents.

Lorena Martinez Soto

11/6/2015 10:57:47 am

1. Developmental screening is Important because it helps the student, us and the parents to observe and help our students with any struggles or needs they have at a right time and help them become more successful in learning.

2. In our center we have a recording notebook where we record any observations we notice on the child that are not normal and that action needs be done, we than inform the parent.

Kayla

11/10/2015 02:25:34 pm

it is important keep track of potential developmental diasabilities in children that parents might not have noticed before.
we keep a journal that we wright in everyday, good and not so good situations

Natalie Rapp

11/10/2015 08:31:37 pm

Developmental screening helps insure children are learning at the pace they should be without any limitations. If disabilities are caught early on, it gives the parents an opportunity to seek professional help and guidance. It also gives the educator or child care provider an idea on how to adapt their teaching styles for that particular child. To observe development, I usually keep a note pad in my pocket or within reach at all times. This way I can write down issues when I see them and don't forget to notify parents later. I also have a progress chart to track students who have struggled in the past to see how they are adapting to changes that were made.

Samantha

11/15/2015 02:26:34 pm

Developmental screenings are important for catching any hindrances to a child's development and providing the proper support. The sooner support can be given, the sooner the child can be back on track with his or her peers. I usually make mental notes and verbally exchange with other teachers to see if they've noticed something similar.

Benjamin

11/17/2015 11:28:45 am

1. Developmental screening allows a teacher to take note of any behavioral or academic concerns, to prevent them from becoming larger concerns in the future.

2. At my center, each student has a sheet accessible to teachers where teachers can write down any behaviors or concerns they notice. Teachers are also in constant, informal communication with each other about certain students.

Deana

11/21/2015 06:03:29 pm

Developmental screening is so important so that if a student needs extra time or resources to assist in keeping up with similar age groups this can be done as soon as possible. A big decrease in self esteem happens when kids notice they aren't able to accomplish what their friends are and with a little help, they could thrive. Currently we make notes in our own notebook and then bring up concerns at parent/teacher conference. I love the sample sheet provided in this course and will start using it next week!

McKenzie Conner

11/22/2015 12:11:31 pm

It is important to record these things as soon as you see/hear them take place and to inform a parent as soon as possible. It takes a village to raise a child and for many different reasons parents might not be picking up on these things at home. It's like putting together pieces of a puzzle, care givers, teachers, parents

Amber Fitzgerald

11/28/2015 02:02:02 pm

1. Screening is important because the earlier you can detect a developmental disability the easier it is to find the right tools to help a child continue to learn without delay.
2. I observe the children and let a parent know right away the next time I see them if I notice anything out of the ordinary.

Dylan

11/28/2015 04:30:55 pm

1. Screening is important because the earlier you find a development disability, the faster you can help the child develop and learn.
2. If I see anything that is significantly different I record it and notify the parent as soon as possible.

Breaunah Jacobs

12/6/2015 03:28:37 pm

1. What is the importance of developmental screening for school-age children?
2. Describe your observation and recording method

1. The importance of developmental screening is to intervene if there developmental delays are detected. By doing this, teachers can support parents and both parties can be on the same page in supporting the chid's developmental needs.

2. My observation and recording method is discussing my observation with my co-teachers and then making note of it to refer back to later if it comes up again and to also discuss the observations with the child's family.

Mary Squiers

12/7/2015 09:41:26 am

It is extremely important to be diligent with developmental screening. By catching an issue early, the problem could be remedied or decreased. If not caught early, the problem could spiral into a bigger concern.

Our program uses a daily journal for each child. Here, teachers can list concerns and informs parents of what the child does each day. This journal offers another way to communicate clearly with each parent, as pick up and drop off times can get hectic.

Patricia

12/7/2015 01:42:22 pm

Developmental screening is a valuable tool along with great communication with parents.

Precious H

12/7/2015 11:19:49 pm

I feel it's extremely important. It helps identify the specific needs outside of what some of us "normally" understand and adapt to. We don't have a plan that I know of. However, I keep my own personal record based on behavior patterns, reactions to certain questions and especially consequences. For example I understood immediately one of our boys has autism. He does not understand any type of aggressive behavior(this is different then discipline). He gets very quiet and shameful if you raise your voice or don't communicate with lots of room for empathy and understanding. He needs a break down on why and the outcome and more often then not he just needs to understand his mom and dad want this for him. Of course we accommodate and he is brilliant but its a lot easier on everyone, especially the child if we know in advance they have specific needs outside what we usually see and expect.

Audrey

12/8/2015 09:54:26 am

I observe each child over time. It is important to catch unmet needs early and start intervention.

Gisella Santiago-Gronka

12/9/2015 12:26:56 pm

Developmental screening is important in addressing and catching any potential problems along the road for the child(ren). I typically carry a clipboard with a paper attached and the children’s name on it where I can jot down things I feel parents should be aware of both positive and negative. This enables families and teachers/caregivers an opportunity to seek help if necessary and create effective, caring learning environments so children can thrive. In doing this I think we create trust, communication and a bond with everyone involved thus ensuring a safe, caring and educational environment that we all seek for our children.

Desiree Price

12/11/2015 07:13:03 pm

1.) It is important to screen to catch potential developmental or behavioral disabilities, so the child has to struggle as little as possible before they receive the help they need.

2.) We have a model where we have the child's name, date written of the observation, and the observation written next to each other in a row. Parents are informed of the observation, depending on the severity, either at pick-up or in a go-home note.

Rachel Davenport

12/12/2015 01:36:04 pm

It is important to catch possible developmental problems early on so that action can be taken quickly. I would have a form to fill out at the end of the day that can be sent home with parents. I'd keep a sticky note with me to remember during the day what I notice.

shelby kesterke

12/14/2015 01:36:54 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is to hopefully notice any developmental problems early on, that way the proper care can be given to those students.
2. If it was something serious I would contact the parent personally, either face to face, over the phone, or via-email. For matters that may not be as pressing I would send a note home with the students to give to their parents.

Stacy

12/14/2015 05:18:17 pm

Developmental screening is important in identifying delays a child might have. We have daily/weekly record keeping on each child

Estefania

12/16/2015 07:50:41 pm

Its important to notice any behavior changes

Emely

12/17/2015 02:28:39 am

the importance on developmental screening is to keep track of every kids behavior. NO kid should be left behind. this can help us notice if the kid struggles a lot or has some type of dissability.

Rebecca Pedersen

12/27/2015 05:12:10 pm

Scanning for developmental delays is important because the sooner any behavior is noticed it can be corrected more easily. This will help prevent the kid from falling behind. Serious behavior issues or concerns are always communicated directly to the parent, and other issues are always communicated with the staff and director to make a educated decision on how to best assist a child.

Katrina

12/28/2015 12:33:17 pm

1. Screening for developmental differences in children is important in order to help each child be as successful in their learning and living as possible. It also is important in understanding why a student may be treated differently by other students, if that is the case.
2. I make notes verbally to my supervisor and then to parents when deemed necessary.

James Over

12/30/2015 04:46:10 pm

The important of developmental screening for kids is for the adults to accurately prepare for scenarios of interaction between kids. If one kid has more difficulty simulating into the group because of these issues established with developmental screening, then the staff has an opportunity to come up with alternative methods for simulation for that kid, that would've otherwise not been brought out into the light for obvious reasons. Being aware of everyone's strengths and weaknesses allows for great inclusion, and overall growth.

Lindsay Lyon

12/30/2015 08:13:49 pm

Developmental screening is important so that any behavioral issues or disabilities are identified early on. This will allow for children to be treated and assisted to best aid in their educational growth. This allows for inclusion and greater success as the children grow older. I am currently a part time teaching assistant so I am not aware of specific reports that are made regarding children and development, however each teacher has bi yearly conferences with the parents and all concerns are addressed at this time.

Laura

12/30/2015 09:39:47 pm

Developmental screening helps support children in their growth and development and gives adults information to be able to access necessary resources. Our school encourages us to note unusual behaviors of children and to let other teachers and administrators know.

Cecilia

12/31/2015 01:16:18 pm

1. Developmental screening allows child care workers and teachers or pick up on red flags or signs that there may be a developmental delay or physical impairment. This ensures that children get the support and professional help they may need if there is a learning or physical impairment.
2. We make notes of observations we have in a staff notebook, kept securely away from children of course, and often also verbally check in with the director about our observations. Usually the director or assistant director will then communicate in person or via email with the parents about our observations.

Andrea

1/3/2016 05:14:40 pm

1.developmental screening allow children to be evaluated so that a file is kept on hand to catch anything the child mainly needs help with so that staff and children parents can come to agreement on a care plan that best fits the individual.
2. our staff director keeps a file in office for each child and along the way us teachers take notes for childs accomplishments and growth

rebecca arnold

1/6/2016 01:36:48 pm

develoment screening is important so that you can correct or try to help correct phyiscal problems such as glasses so they can read better or hearing aids so they can hear expectations or learn how to play a game

James

1/13/2016 07:20:15 am

Developmental screening is important to notice potential warning signs for any delayed development.
We have a chart where we write down the things we notice from the children where then we relay our observation to their parents.

Justyna Galaz

1/15/2016 08:59:56 am

Developmental screening is important because you will notice if the kids if behind the other kids. Continual squinting at the clock would need to be lead to informing the parents about their child possible issue.

DAvid

1/18/2016 12:45:12 pm

It is important to notice any habits that might carry on into adulthood
I discuss it with the parent of the child

cynthia smith

1/19/2016 04:03:56 pm

1)The importance of developmental screening is to identify any delays in development early enough for the parents to seek professional help.
2)My co-workers and I communicate any possible signs with each other first and then the lead teacher discusses it privately with the parents of the child.

Sybil

1/22/2016 09:54:09 am

1. The importance of developmental screening is to be aware of any warning signs for developmental delays -- to be able support them in unique ways if needed, whether through outside referrals or parent support, etc.
2. Keep a log of behavior that stands out as developmentally out of norm, check in with parents about it. Keep an eye on it for the future (does it persist?)

Elizabeth Salyers

1/23/2016 11:21:08 am

Developmental screening is important for school agers because it helps catch signs of delayed development.
At my childcare center, if I see something about a child, I talk to my site director and if its something that is new or not note, she makes a note and reports to the parent.

jennifer massengale

1/23/2016 05:38:48 pm

developmental screening is important because you can catch certain things early enough to get help for the child. we have a log at work to keep notes in, it is very helpful

Gabriel A

1/25/2016 12:59:53 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening is to catch delays in development earl on, so that students can recieve extra help they need.
2. We have a staff log at my center, where we record any situations that have occured which concern us. The staff read this & know which kids to keep an eye on.

Kay

1/25/2016 01:32:27 pm

Screening is important because we may be able identify a child that may have some developmental issues going on. If we notice anything, we make note of it in their file, and mention it to the parents.

Annika

1/26/2016 09:51:39 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening for school age children is that catching disabilities and such early on can help the child get help as soon as possible. Another reason is that this age-group does not get frequent screenings from doctors like younger kids do. Noticing delays in development helps kids in the long-run.
2. As far as I know we do not have recording methods for catching developmental delays but as I observe the kids I will write anything I see out of the ordinary down and contact the parents.

Carly

1/28/2016 11:09:06 am

1) Developmental screening is important for school age children so that no child gets left behind. It is important to notice early so the child has a chance to learn in an environment catered to their needs.
2) Observing signs and writing them down is important so that you can discuss them and share with parents or primary caregivers later on.

Andrea Myers link

1/28/2016 01:19:44 pm

1. To be able to recognize developmentally delays with children displaying those signs
2. Being able to record any observation for the day is important so parents can see and it can be used as a reference to help with certain kids later down the line

Molly B

1/29/2016 08:05:47 pm

1. The importance of screening is to make sure that any developmental delays are caught early so that the child has a chance of getting the help they need instead of letting it go to cause more damage in the future.

2. if i notice anything i talk with the other classroom teachers or my supervisor and explain what i have found and document it, then make a " thought you should know" note and talk with the parents about it.

Sara

2/3/2016 10:23:16 am

1) It is important to scree because you can catch learning disabilities or you can note when a child is having a difficult time adapting or learning. Screening will allow you to potentially notice somethings ahead of time before they get worse.
2) Observing and writing notes is important because it helps you keep track of the child's behavior and therefore you can address it with parents.

Sarah Still

2/5/2016 12:38:31 pm

Developmental screening is important during the school aged time of their lives so that additional help can be given to those that need it and those children can continue growing and developing at the same pace as their peers. We typically either tell a parent or send a note home to them about continuing or new behaviors found in their children. Recording these observations needs to be improved.

Michael Chapman

2/5/2016 01:35:08 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening for school- age children is to make sure that no children are falling behind academically by evaluating the children for any mental or physical problems the child might have.
2. My observation and recording method is if I see a student doing something unusual or struggling with something i would express my possible concern to their parent or guardian.

Alissa Wallace

2/7/2016 01:04:45 pm

The imortance of developmental screening is to allow every child the best opportunities to enhance their learning. Finding developmental delays at an esrly age can prevent them from falling behind early on, and creating a snowball effect as they get older. In our program, we use a notebook to write down any conxerns or observations we have made. We use it to jot down quick notes and at the end of the day, we go over them as staff and based on our observations as a whole, we discuss these things with parents at pick-up and drop-off.

Holly

2/7/2016 04:51:17 pm

Developmental screening can detect a problem that is much easier to solve when the child is young. Depending upon the concern, there are interventions to implement, and with earlier intervention with intensity that varies according to the circumstance, it is often possible to improve or even reverse the adverse affects of the delays. When noticing delays, it is important to keep a log of concerns, to communicate concerns with parents through informal conversations or sometimes formal conferences. It is then important to get assessments from the proper experts who can help the parents navigate the situation.

Kimme Johnson

2/7/2016 05:39:23 pm

1. Developmental screening is important for school-age children because it can reveal cues about possible disabilities that the children might have.
2. The site that I work at records behaviors that seem out of the ordinary from other school age- childrens' behavior. We then relay this information to the families of that child and keep a record of our observations.

PRIYANKA KUMARI

2/10/2016 06:25:37 am

Screening is very important to help to get assistance at earliest. My husband lost his hearing from one ear because of ignorance. It will help kids to be physically fit and will inform parent about their unusual behavior.

Rachel

2/10/2016 11:29:45 am

Developmental screening is important because students need to see.
I will tell the parents about it.

Kammi

2/15/2016 07:23:18 pm

Developmental screening is so important. We as teachers and childcare providers often spend more time with children than parents are able to. The chances of us catching something developmental is a lot more likely. My director is responsible for all communication with parents after we document.

Brandi

2/18/2016 10:59:40 am

Developmental screening is important so that signs or indicators that a child may need extra help can be addressed immediately. Parents need to know that we notice things and can count on us to tell them when we think something is wrong.

I use verbal communication to tell the parents when I feel like there is a problem with the child. I also document it and let my supervisor know.

Stephanie

2/18/2016 11:17:27 am

Screening is important because it provides opportunities for early intervention. It describes challenges the child is facing and ways to assist parents in accessing resources.

Observation occurs by watching for warning signs or behaviors that indicate the child is facing a challenge of some kind. Squinting, struggling with dexterity, and trouble focusing can all be indicators of a particular challenge. It is important to document the child's name, date of occurrence, notes/observations, and whether or not the parent was contacted.

Katharina Gees

2/20/2016 01:55:16 pm

(1) It is important because school-age children do not receive as much screening as younger children, and patterns of behavior might be harder to catch. It's important to catch delays or other "problems" in development in order to better assist the child in progressing.
(2) My method, and the method used at my center, is a monitoring sheet that I fill out with notes and observations every day on every child. I watch for behaviors in multiple areas of development.

Marc

2/20/2016 10:13:50 pm

It is important if the child shows signs of a developmental delay.
If I see anything it is usually written down then later communicated with the parent.

Henry Moen

2/21/2016 01:04:52 pm

1) It's important to have developmental screening so that the children can have the help that they need so they can have a fulfilling life.

2) All the staff are constantly observing and all communicate with one another anything unusual we notice. Then we communicate it with the parents.

Andrew

2/26/2016 05:23:29 pm

There are several reasons for its importance. First, to catch things that parents might not see or be equipped to detect. Second, to adapt methods and the environment as much as possible to accommodate. Finally, to make possible for support outside of the classroom and in a clinical setting if necessary.

Morgan M.

2/27/2016 10:39:41 pm

screening is important because it is helpful in catching and addressing potential hindrances in the child's development. a good way of recording is to be constantly observing the children and possibly have a place to fill things that you notice like a journal chart or log. this should be available to all staff so that others can be on the lookout for things that have been noticed or flagged already.

Nohelani Quigtar

2/28/2016 10:17:46 pm

Developmental screening is important because it catches these things at an early age and not all parents or others may see it right away. It is also important in order to accommodate to such changes so that both child care providers and children can continue to have a positive environment.

One way we record this at our childcare center is by having a Communication Log between staff so that we can address it to the parents.

jessica

2/29/2016 01:18:14 pm

Screening is important because it can help catch developmental issues early on and allow for early intervention if needed. Caregivers are an important part of screenings because they may observe kids in a situation parents may not, such as groups and peer to peer contact.

We make notes in a behavior and log each time we speak to parents. We can chart patterns and behaviors.

katie

3/1/2016 07:10:39 pm

Developmental screening is important because it can help caregivers and parents learn how to properly care for the children. Caregivers/ teachers may observe something different than what a parent has observed at home, and for this reason open communication is also important. Teachers and caregivers may be able to observe different learning styles/abilities and behaviors than parents.
I make a note of the child's behaviors and talk with the parent about them.

Tabitha

3/3/2016 09:38:00 am

It is important to keep the track of developmental screening, as some youth do not tell parents that they are having a hard with something like seeing, reading, understanding how things are explained to them. As child care giver you can share your concerns with the parents so that they can ask or question why the child didn't share any of that with them.

During our sport league we have to make sure things are explained just right, we usually have youth that it would their first year playing.

Nicole Littleton

3/7/2016 12:45:19 pm

1. The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is to identify developmental delays or disabilities as early as possible to get professional help before it interferes with a child's academic or social development.
2. My observation method consists of a chart similar to the example provided on the previous page. I can write notes of what I have observed and then transfer the information to a slip to give to the parents.

Mischelle Johnson

3/8/2016 09:51:31 am

Developmental Screening can make the biggest impact on a childs life, as they are not aware of the changes in their bodies. No children are alike so this means careful attention to each childs uniqueness will also go hand in hand with their education. If the child needs extra resources to stay at the same level as their peers then it is best to be caught sooner than later in their development.

mariah

3/8/2016 08:10:26 pm

Developmental screening is beneficial because it helps to ensure that each child is getting the help/attention they need in order to succeed at school and in life in general. Our care keeps incident reports of problematic behavior and we report to parents any physical or learning issues.

Melissa

3/10/2016 09:27:11 am

Developmental screening is important because it helps make sure that every child in the program can get the help that they need to develop to their full potential.

At this point I am fairly new in my program so I try to double check with my supervisor on my observations and see if she has already noticed and checked with the parents.

Nathan Johnson

3/10/2016 11:43:37 am

Developmental screening is important because it helps parents and doctors find disabilities earlier so that they can make a plan, it saves the child and the family a lot of stress if they can come up with a plan and start treating earlier.

My site has a sheet similar to the one showed on the page before this, we always talk to the parent about it though, even if they also receive a note, its good to reassure parents about how their child is up to par in other areas

Brittany Nielsen

3/10/2016 07:40:21 pm

Developmental screening is used to assess a child's development and intervene if necessary to provide for the child's disability (like if glasses are needed or the child has a severe attention problem that could be ADD/ADHD). I think the best observation and recording method is to keep a chart for the children in your care to keep track of their progress and always let the parents know how their child is doing.

Daniel Allen

3/11/2016 01:04:41 pm

1. To assure each child is placed in the environment best suited for their development
2. I do not have a recording habit currently but I see the need now

Audrey MEZIL

3/14/2016 04:30:01 pm

1 - Identifying developmental delays or developmental difficulties early so that parents can seek professional help if needed. More work is done early, more it will be effective
- It is important to involve parents because, they are a part of education of the kid too. It is much more effective to work altogether, than working each one on his side.

2 - I use a sort of workbook. On the first column, I put the date. On the second one, I put what I observe now. On the third one, I put what was the situation, the behavior just before (if I remember). On the fourth one, I write how I react to this, which tool I use... So I can see if it happen often or not.
When the behavior or the issue is repreated more than twice a week, or when it seems to be important, I share my observations with parents

Jaclyn Tabone

3/15/2016 11:36:15 am

1. Identifying developmental delays is important so that the child can receive the proper accommodations they may need to help them better succeed
2. I do not currently have a recording habit however, child's information is provided to me on forms.

Jaclyn Tabone

3/15/2016 11:37:58 am

1. It is important so children get all the accommodations they need
2. I do not have a record system besides the papers I am provided with that provides info about each child

Linda Mae Kristofik

3/15/2016 04:44:05 pm

For early detection and intervention of any learning, physical or emotional needs/delays in each child.
Then to development and implement a plan, as Early Intervention has proven to have far reaching future success for the students

Brianna Kanyid

3/17/2016 08:56:12 am

1. It's important to screen because it's important to look for delayed development. The sooner an observation is noted and looked at further by the parents and/or a specialist, the easier it will be to find a way to help the child, either by a new learning method, or treatment.

2. We have an entire binder with all the students name on a separate sheet of paper. On their sheet we can write the date and observations we notice about the child.

Aimee

3/18/2016 03:52:30 pm

Developmental screening is very important for school age children to find any issues that could impair learning and to intervene as early as possible to prevent the child from falling behind. we have a clipboard that we can leave notes on for parents that they can get when they pick up their child

Drew

3/19/2016 07:45:06 pm

Developmental screening is very important for school age children in order to properly aid and correct any issues that may arise during their learning process. I take notes and discuss them with colleagues and present them to parents in order try and resolve these issues.

RAFFAELA GENZALE

4/6/2016 10:33:03 am

Screening is important to aid the child with any possible needs they may have or challenges they are facing.

Writing sown the observations and discussing with the parents.

Katrina

4/11/2016 03:02:04 pm

Research shows that early intervention treatment services can greatly improve a child’s development. Early identification can lead to a response to address the needs of the child before significant delays occur or opportunities for early treatment and intervention are missed.
I keep a journal with anecdotal notes made throughout the day, usually post-it notes, including any feedback and observations from Specialists. I discuss any big concerns about my children with the appropriate leadership.
Developing strong relationships and open communication with parents makes all the difference in getting the support needed.

Nayelika link

4/12/2016 06:15:54 pm

Screening is important to children with any needs that they may be facing.
Observe and disscuse with parents

Jeannette Williams

4/14/2016 09:29:02 am

Screening is important to the kid with any needs ( all kids )
all ways watch and discus with the parents of the kids

Anne Standing

4/19/2016 09:32:50 am

Early screening for me child would have been beneficial, and he is now 21 years old. The fact that he was born premature was a predominant fact in his case. He was diagnosed with ADHD at age 4, early yes but four years too late. He was introduce to school but he felt (in the outside) because he did not know how to deal with his ADHD. The teacher could not deal with him either so he was often alone doing his own thing. There was no observation done, just report cards that stated that he had difficulty learning anything. We were at a lost but to this day, being different has affected him developmentally, emotionally, and his self-esteem. On the positive side he has learned to be more independent then any other children that I know and he can do anything he sets his mind to.

gabrielle

4/19/2016 03:46:53 pm

It is important because often times teachers spend more time with children then parents and if a teacher notices something they should make the parent aware.
I always speak with parents that pick children up from after school care because I think it is important for them to know whether the student has had a good or bad day and how they are doing.

Kristina

4/28/2016 01:00:24 pm

I work with Youth- screening is important and I do discuss there behavior with their parents.

Emily DuBois

5/2/2016 12:18:21 pm

Developmental screening has been placed as an early detection of any learning disabilities children may have. Being able to observe the children and notice if they are struggling can help the growth of the child and can truly expand their knowledge. I was homeschooled until freshman year with my two brothers. My junior year I had a class with my Freshman brother and noticed that he could not sit still, he could not stop talking either. His grades were extremely poor so I told my parents to contact our doctor, it turned out that he had ADD and has since then picked up his grades. Although it was an extremely late detection, observing my brother helped me to realize that he may have a learning disability.

Kari link

5/5/2016 11:16:38 am

It is very important that everyone works together for the best of a child. Developmental screenings are important because these delays can interrupt the way that they learn. If detected, they can get help that may assist them in the classroom. However it is up to the individual/parent to decide what to do.
I keep sticky notes with me and make notes for the children during the day. This is also a place I can write different observations.

Myell Mergaert

5/19/2016 11:06:26 pm

The importance of screening allows all students to have equitable access to their education. A learning difference is not a reason for students to be left on the side. Testing allows for students to receive the support they need.

My method is sending emails to teachers, and asking if they also see the same behaviors.

Myell Mergaert

5/19/2016 11:06:32 pm

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Olivia

5/25/2016 12:52:39 am

This screening is important because it will show disabilities in children. It is important to share these observations with the parents.

Christopher Williams

5/29/2016 03:32:26 pm

1. Developmental screening is important because if the child shows areas that they're needing attention in, a teacher can spot specific traits early enough to allow proper attention before the behavior pattern causes the child too many problems in his/her long term development.
2. At my organization, as a teacher, we leave behavior reports for parents that detail any events requiring discussion.

Katheryn Leyde

6/1/2016 12:12:24 pm

1. Developmental screening is very important, this way difficulties can be caught early and additional problems will be eliminated.
2. We have paper work that allows for us to document events, this paperwork is given to parents, which ensures that everyone is on the same page.

Maddi

6/5/2016 09:41:43 pm

1. Developmental screening for school-age children is important because it can detect any developmental delays or struggles a student may have, and the student can get the proper help they need.
2. Observation and recording methods I have used are 1-on-1 testing with students, recording sheets for anything noticed, and charts similar to the example.

Leticia Gutierrez

6/8/2016 08:54:50 pm

Sashia Ramirez-Trujillo

6/13/2016 02:40:06 am

1. To make sure to catch early any development delays so we can help the child with their needs as soon as possible.
2. I think a good way will be talk to the children and ask them how they feel or if something is happening to them. And then, talk to the parents in a respectful way about the delays that the children has having in the school. Writing concerns about the children.

Katie

6/14/2016 01:27:00 pm

Developmental screening is important for school-age children so that developmental delays can be identified. My center has a note book where we can write notes (with date and employee signature) and then talk to parents when the child is being picked up.

Manroop Buttar

6/14/2016 08:31:09 pm

developmental screening allows dificulties to be caught early so the the proper help can be found. we use a clipboard with a spot fo rnotes to see if a pattern is evident

Venise Williams

6/20/2016 03:14:13 am

It is important to observe and to screen children in order to identify any disabilities and to make sure the child is developing at a normal rate. School age children do not get screened often so we need to keep an observation log.

Manolita

6/21/2016 08:03:07 pm

Developmental screening is important to note developmental and/or behavioral disability to address it immediately through early intervention. In school, we use anecdotal records that look at the following: cognitive, physical (gross and fine motor), emotional, social, and language development. Developmental milestones are used as indicators. The records also consider triggers such as the most likely time a particular behavior occurs, class activity, peer relationship, and other factors.

Mia Naficy

6/22/2016 03:42:20 am

The importance of developmental screening is to record, understand, and share with parents the incidences when a child shows signs of a disability. This can be as simple as noticing that a child may have some vision troubles, or that a child is showing signs of an inability to learn that may go beyond variations in regular learning development. It is important to record instances in a way that doesn't define the child, only his or her actions, and it is extremely important to relay this information to the parents so that they can assess and possibly take their child to see a professional.

Carly Froneberger

6/28/2016 08:34:58 pm

It is important for school-aged children to be developmentally screened because it can find developmental delays and disabilities. The best way to observe and record students is to write down their progress for a period of time and work with the families of the students to improve or change their learning styles.

Laura

7/4/2016 11:10:06 am

It is important to screen the children to identify early on any learning, physical or emotional needs/delays in the children. That way you can communicate it to the parents and the children can get the help they need. At my work we have a communication log book similar to the example they had in the lesson.

Emily Enright

7/12/2016 09:20:35 pm

The importance of screening is to catch any delays in development that may prevent the child from learning or functioning. A good example of this is students who have a hard time seeing objects far away, or the inability to differentiate between two colors.

Jeremy Tagliaferre

7/12/2016 10:56:07 pm

Because so many children (13%) have something affecting their development, it is important to pay attention. Identifying their strengths and weakness will help us as child care providers, teachers and parents to adjust how we work with the student. I do not currently have a system for writing down observations, but something like the worksheet on the last page looks like a great idea and great way to make sure parents are aware of how their child is developing.

Judith

7/24/2016 02:30:25 pm

The reason that it is important is because about 13% of children have disabilities without, including parents, noticing. It also catch the setbacks in the development that can stop the child from learning of functioning properly.
We do not really have an observation sheet children having disabilities.

Anne

7/30/2016 03:23:39 pm

1. Observation screening is important for a number of reasons. In childcare it is important because for a lot of the students we may spend more waking ours with a kid than a parent between childcare/school and parents having to work. We are mandated reporters of suspicious behavior/change in behavior or unusual behavior so we can help catch something that may be more serious than we may realize. For example noticing things that lead us to believe a child has a disability or is being abused.
2. In my childcare program, additional from monitoring the children, we make an effort for talk to each kid individually for at least 2 minutes. Then at the end of each day when the student is getting picked up, letting the parent know how their child's day went.

Konstantin Yatsuk

8/20/2016 05:20:40 pm

The importance of screening is to make sure the child is developing properly and to notice when a child is developing a disability to better accommodate that child early-on.
At our program we don't have a place to record all of the observations we make, other than discussing it with the other staff members at the end of the day and sending out emails to the parents as soon as we notice a serioius change in behavior.

Miesha Olsson

8/22/2016 04:02:03 pm

screening is important because it informs parents of a child's progress and also screens for any developmental delays that a child may have.

Margaret

8/22/2016 04:06:54 pm

The importance of developmental screening is that it assists in creating developmentally appropriate expectations.
We use a "Look Book" and incident log to communicate with other staff about observations and also parent notes to communicate with parents.

Heidi Roberts

8/23/2016 04:20:02 pm

Use screening to determine the child's speech and language ability
Small and large motor skills
hearing and vision
general knowledgement

Alexander

8/28/2016 06:09:43 pm

It is important to screen your children developmentally in order to create a baseline for your expectations through out the year, and to expose any apparent weaknesses so that you can work through them as the year(s) progress.
I keep a binder with a tab for each child with all of their information and space for notes.

Yarely

8/29/2016 08:51:50 pm

The importance of developmental screening is that when you do this you better understand a child. Also helps you to know where that child is struggling and you can make it easier for them helping them out.

Angela Brun

8/30/2016 02:02:37 pm

Screening is important because, like most things, the earlier the symptoms are recognized and diagnosed, the easier life will be on the child. If I saw this in my classroom, I would discuss it with fellow teachers who know the students, and then have a discussion with the parents about what I have noticed in the classroom. Hopefully from there, we can do the best work for the child.

Leslie

9/2/2016 12:55:41 am

Developmental screening enables us as a childcare professional to help assess the development of each child. Providing accurate and frequent observations and recordings for parents help to detect early warnings of possible delayed development and/or learning disabilities. Be mindful that each child grows differently and at their own pace. Discuss any abnormal signs with parents in private and work together to tend to each child's developmental needs.

Amber

9/2/2016 02:12:57 pm

The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is identifying delays early enough to seek help. At our program, we keep a parent communication log and inform them of any concerns at the time of pick up.

Katarina Allen

9/3/2016 07:15:17 pm

School age screening is important because children are likely to develop a disability during school age years till they are about 17 years of age. Catching these changes early may help a child get the things they need to prevent greater harm in their future and help them learn. At our program we keep a parent communication log and have incident reports. We also speak to parents frequently about any changes their child may have.

McCanna

9/4/2016 05:14:19 pm

1. Development screening helps see the signs for delayed development in speech, hearing, Vision, motor skills fine and gross. Staff helping to observe the children will be able to communicate about the observation that the parents do not get to see during the school day.
2. At this time I do not have an observation and recording method. I will go by what my future program does to communicate with parents and how to record observations of the children.

Kate Taylor

9/4/2016 06:21:32 pm

1) It's important because you can more quickly identify what a child will need more help with and will ultimately help in the success of that child
2) If we spot something there is a designated notebook that we write it down in and then share with the parents at the end of the day.

Lacie

9/8/2016 07:19:59 pm

It is very important! It will help identify specific needs of a child, also help the parents on understanding of what's going on.

Gnanamani Hooyman

9/10/2016 03:12:10 pm

It is important to do developmental screening because catching sings on disability or any type of struggle is very important. If we don't observe or ignore, there is a a concern on letting things that could be caught slip by.

What I am taught is when observing and something catches our eye, good or bad, we are to write it down and then talk with a co-worker or boss so everyone is on the same page then decide who should relate the message to parents. Over-all, our boss handles communication between parents if really needed or for extra support.

Brittany

9/11/2016 04:04:13 pm

Developmental screening is vital to an early childhood program because staff learns specifically of disabilities we may be exposed to and how to interact with children with those disabilities. I find comfort knowing that I have a blueprint of how I can better interacting with a child with special circumstances.

My site coordinator has a good relationship with the parents and I being new lead I am working towards communicating with parents but with all situation the coordinator writes a note on the sign in/sign out sheet or leave a note in the book and the parent will speak with him.

Alissa Gutierrez

9/12/2016 09:26:36 pm

1. What is the importance of developmental screening for school-age children?
It is important because if you don't write down a red flag now, it may cause bigger issues in the future. It is important to catch something earlier rather than later.
2. Describe your observation and recording method.
Leaving notes for parents about any concerns, I also recommend telling them verbally as well, because it shows that you are very concerned with the child and their wellness.

Quincy Henry

9/16/2016 03:01:20 pm

The importance of developmental screenings in school age children is identifying any problems the child may have in order to get them the assistance they need. This will allow them a better opportunity for success in their future. Sometimes just knowing and explaining ways to manage the difficulties makes all the difference to the parents and the child.
I am newer at my current facility and have not had the opportunity to officially observe or record anything yet. However, once I did notice a student having some difficulties during my class and I brought it to the attention of his main instructor as I am an "electives class" instructor.

Chloe

9/17/2016 02:21:29 pm

It's incredibly important for developmental screening--the earlier something is caught, the quicker the parents, teachers, and/or doctor can step in to help. Not catching something, such as dyslexia or sight problems, could lead to the student failing in school, which would impact them emotionally and intellectually. The same goes for ADHD or Asperger's. The aforementioned could add more difficultly for the student as they could also heavily impact the social and familial relationships that the student will have. If these are noticed and brought the the parent's attention early, the student (and all their support, such as their parents and teachers) can begin to learn tools for overcoming any disabilities.
At our program, we try to get to know the kids and therefore become familiar with their "baseline", so if the child does start behaving abnormally (not their "baseline") we can be aware of it. Depending on the change in the kids behavior, we might wait a day or two (while keeping the student in question under close watch) and then tell the parents what we have noticed. We always check in with the student first--It could be that the student is just having an off day. If the change of behavior is drastic, we still check in with the student, but then we talk to the parents and let them know what we have noticed.

Alicia

9/23/2016 02:49:17 pm

1. It is important because it shows any disabilities or challenges that a child can have. It is better to find those sooner than later so the child can get the help they need.
2. We really don't have any observation methods we use. We do document things like accidents or incidents (like bad behavior or any issues the child may have had that day) that happened, but nothing to write observations of a child down. We do talk to parents and let them know when the child up if anything was observed.

Kate Sheldon

9/24/2016 08:56:35 am

1. Developmental screening for school-age children is important because they could have a disability. The earlier challenges or disabilities are found, the better. That is so the child can get the help that they need.
2. I monitor the children very closely at recess an snack specifically. I try to talk with parents every time their child is picked up as well. Even if we are reporting positive behavior.

Sarah

9/24/2016 11:53:52 am

Developmental screening for school-age children is very important. Overlooking red flags at this young age may cause much bigger problems in the child's future. In our program we have a behavior log that we can choose to use for children if we believe that it is needed. It is kept just for our records to track certain children's behavior progress, and that progress is reported to parents.

Lexi

9/29/2016 10:47:31 am

1. Developmental screening is important because behaviors can be caught, addressed, and a fix can be made. If it is put off or ignored it could impede a child's learning or daily functions.
2. As far as I have seen, we do not have anything for observing this time of behavior rather we have something for incidents and injuries.

Krystal Hwang

10/1/2016 02:09:25 pm

Developmental screening is very important!
Observing and monitoring the kids is important. I observe them during quiet time and free time in our After School Program.

Discussing with staff members or teachers is also important so they will be also notified about the child and also keep an eye out of mis behavior or act.
Communication is important. After talking to the staffs encourage to talk and communicate with the parents and help make suggestion to help the child.

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Jocelyn Ramirez

10/3/2016 11:15:21 am

1. The importance of developmental screening for school-age children is to catch any disability that may affect their learning, big or small. And to notify the parents of what might be happening so they can get further testing and help for it. (i.e glasses)
2. Write the date, explain observations, when you have notified the parent.
i.e 10/03/2016
Saw child squinting at their homework
notified parent at pickup.

kylee

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Kristopher McLendon

10/11/2016 11:56:57 am

Developmental screening is useful for catching disabilities and just general knowledge to have about each kid. We have a history filled out before accepting children and have a log where we keep track of significant moments of each child's day.

diana

10/14/2016 08:28:32 pm

it is important for the child and for us because we get to see what behaviors they have and get to the conclusion of the right ways to treat them and helps us how to speak to them as well as helping the child grow help them with there problems

Kiana Wastradowski

10/16/2016 02:50:50 pm

1. Developmental screenings are used to detect delays in children's development.
2. In each sign-up packet there is a section for noting developmental issues and we also keep a daily log of children's significant behaviors.

aliyah martin

10/17/2016 11:12:29 pm

The importance of this assessment is to make sure that all school age children have the proper assistance and tools to help them grow as individuals and be successfully both academically, emotionally.

Latifa Franklin

10/20/2016 01:59:27 pm

The importance of developmental screening is to catch any problems early in children and also to help with success in school or daycare that could be preventing them by there development

nicole wilson

10/26/2016 10:50:58 am

The importance of developmental screening is to catch disabilities early on to help the students and make learning a good process for them.
Monitoring the kids closely and watching how they behave can help determine if the student needs further screening.

Juan Flores

11/1/2016 08:33:09 pm

1. The importance of developmental screenings is to catch any delays in behavior.
2. We have staff meetings where we discuss things we have seen as a group and have other staff members look out for the same behaviors to then be brought to the attention of the parents.

Jennifer Hargrove

11/2/2016 10:26:43 am

Developmental screening are important, as they can identify any developmental delays, or if a child may need additional tools to success (such as hearing aids or glasses).

I have reported a concern for a kid that may need glasses because they bring their face very close to the paper to read. A kid who often doesn't answer when called or asked a question may need hearing assistance. A kid who continuing shows lack of enthusiasm may need help getting better sleep at night. A kid who gets out of their chair frequently, and without purpose may need professional testing for developmental or behavioral disability.

Sarah Garcia

11/10/2016 12:54:07 pm

Developmental screening is important, as you may be observing early signs of disabilities. Keeping notes on this and informing parents is important so the child may get the treatment or tools needed for them to become successful adults.
At our center we have daily notes we can make in a booklet. Anything we notice we jot down.

Esperanza

11/25/2016 08:23:53 pm

Developmental screening is important because school age children don't have as many doctor check-ups as younger children. Therefore, some developmental problems may arise and may not be noticed by anyone else beside the parent and the school staff that sees the child day to day and notices differences that may need to be brought up to a doctor or specialist to provide the child with the help that he or she needs. In our program we have incident and accident reports at hand, and use them almost daily. We see more parents than some teachers do and we are able to communicate with them personally if there are any concerns.

Marisol Diaz

12/8/2016 11:20:44 pm

its important because it can diagnose a possible disorder in a child.
at work, we have a recording sheet that can be logged on for a child.

Kaile

12/27/2016 02:32:53 pm

The importance of screening is to recognize illness and delays while there is still time to fix it. This will help their learning and development. My facility doesn't have this type of process since we are before and after school care.

Jessica pattison

1/5/2017 08:46:03 pm

1. The importance of screening is to detect early on any developmental delays in growth.

2.observing and keeping not on each child helps to screen them individually. Also helps when I am talking to parents and we compare my observations to there's at home.

Thomas

1/9/2017 11:29:33 am

Developmental screening is highly important in order to detect any developmental delays in the growth of the child. By screening, this allows for the child to be given the proper help.

In our program we hold regular staff meetings to discuss students' growth and progress.

nishat iqbal

1/14/2017 02:40:52 pm

I think it's very important keep the development observation document of a child and inform the parents so the child is not left behind and get help sooner. Yes we keep a notebook to document and when we have enough evidence we set up a meeting with my director so, we all are on a same page discussong with parents.

Barbara Edrington

1/14/2017 02:42:05 pm

The importance of this is to make sure that no Child is left behind!! Some Parents may not recognize signs of certain things that their child is struggling with. Therefore a meeting will be set up with our director of our program before it proceeds an further!

Rachel Simmons

1/22/2017 06:40:09 pm

Developmental screening is extremely important. It is very important to observe children to get them the help and support that they need as soon as possible. Every child deserves the same care and witnessing any delays or factors that may affect development is important to note. Luckily within our childcare, we have many opportunities to observe our children and watch to see if we notice any certain behaviors or anything like that. We do have a notebook in which we are able to write any noticeable things down.

Erin Malland

5/22/2017 11:57:19 am

As child care professionals, we often have more time across a wide variety of activities with children in our programs throughout an academic year, during school breaks, and sometimes for several years from ages 5-12. We also have frequent communication with parents/guardians about behavior and skills progress. Our observations during pivotal development stages may be helpful to those needing additional care and teaching, or different tools for learning, playing, and growing. Early detection can make a positive difference for a child and the family who may be struggling. However, not all of us are trained and certified to diagnose and advise children and families. We cannot give medical advice or suggest medication, for example, but we can share observable concerns such as, "I noticed Johnny isn't responding when I call his name." Parents and guardians may choose what they do with that information.

Documenting these observations may be helpful to record changes over a period of time and whether or when a parent/guardian was informed. I might take notes on circumstances involving a second grader who still needs assistance tying their shoes. If a child is having frequent accidents or using the restroom more than usual, I would record a note about it and communicate directly with a parent. Remember to include the time & date, location, name(s), and other relevant data.

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