Jack goes back...

Back to school again?

So our school re-districted its boundries, which means we were moved to a new school...which means, educating a new principal, new teachers and a new bus drivers. I went in to this meeting very well prepared...not to pat myself on the back but I have done this before, like every year since Jack started pre-school. This year I went in with my typical handouts from our htc as well as my own instructions, definitions, and handouts. I like to educate with facts, and personal experience. I like the teachers to know that I want Jack to use his Hemophilia to his advantage, but not use it as an excuse or a crutch. The staff, to my surprise was very inquisitive and the principal and supporting staff, actually wanted to know how to infuse Jack. I was like great...I am sure there are some of you thinking scary Awny, very scary,...but I think about it like this. If the emergancy response team can't get there fast enough, and I can't get there fast enough, In a pinch....I would love to have the principal know how to give an infusion. If I had to give three tips on how to give a successfull school presentation, they are as follows:


1. Be prepared. Know you material, so you aren't reading off of a paper

2. Don't use medical jargin...we all know how smart you are...use everyday people language,,,its sticks to their brains more.

3. Keep it short! no one likes a blabber mouth....!


Jack - I love you, and I know it scares your teachers to death that I don't put limits on your activity...I just want you to love life, and enjoy it...you know your limits.....

Take an active role in getting your school educated about hemophilia. The nurses here in ohio will come to the school and give the information to the teachers directly....but, well, .... I like the way we do it and it works for us...do what ever works for you....

-awny...