Michelle Wong | Public figure
Michelle Wong
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22.01.2022 This is one for the staff room wall. Parents of autistic children know all about their huge hearts, and also that their big heart feelings can be expressed in not so big ways. Teachers, coaches and EAs working with autistic kids may not always see or know how to read their autistic student. That often them just being there, a small indication easily missed, an offer of assistance can be a sign of admiration, a gesture of kindness. And as every parent will tell you, there’s ...no greater reward than comprehending and sharing this moment with their child. Take the time to get to know all the kids you work with and the rewards are endless Curtin Autism Research Group
21.01.2022 Yesterday was the official launch of the Curtin AASQA CoderDojo at Mandurah Catholic College. I could not be prouder of the amazing ninjas, running the show! An enormous shout out to the super-mentors who kept everything ticking behind the scenes, ensuring everything ran smoothly. What an incredible celebration of Neurodiversity ... Thanks for making this possible Curtin, Fogarty Foundation, BankWest, Mandurah Catholic College and the City of Mandurah. Mandurah rocks #Autism #Neurodiversity #AutismResearch #CelebrateAutism #CoderDojo #FutureLearning #FutureEducation #CommunityOutreach
20.01.2022 It’s Star Wars Day! May the fourth be with you I feel that the message of Star Wars day is stronger than ever, Wear a mask and stay a lightsaber distance apart! Vader knows #StarWarsDay #MayThe4thBeWithYou #WearAMask #StarWars #Vader #LightSaber #SpecialInterest
20.01.2022 Let them have a go. All of us are guilty of this at some point, but the key is to be aware of it and make active changes when we can. I’m talking about assuming that kids don’t want to do something or that they’re not capable of doing something. ... Take the 3 boys in this picture. They’re all Neurodiverse, and not typically asked to present publicly. However, once provided with the opportunity, they were excited. They took the role very seriously and took pride in their achievements. It would have been easy to give the role to the school leaders, or had a teacher run this presentation. Let’s aim to actively challenge our assumptions when it comes to kids. An easy one to get started is household chores. Let’s not assume the kids can’t vacuum, take rubbish out, do dishes, etc. Let’s give them the opportunity to show us they can. This can be extended to making restaurant reservations, cooking dinner, budgeting the family shop. Teachers and coaches, let’s not pick the highly capable volunteer next time. Let’s provide an opportunity (not necessarily a public speaking role) to the quiet student, the autistic student, the student who doesn’t put their hand up. Who knows, you might just change their life? #PositiveTeaching #PositiveParenting #TeachingTips #ParentingTips #inclusion #advocacy #SupportTheUnderdog #EqualOpportunity
17.01.2022 A meltdown is not a tantrum. Understanding not discipline. The environment needs to change, not them. ... How are you supporting your autistic loved one? #autism #education #asd Curtin Autism Research Group
16.01.2022 HAPPY MOTHER’S Day To all of the incredible women, shaping, moulding, teaching, inspiring and loving-unconditionally, we thank you! To the mums no longer with us but always near, to the mums across the globe who we can not be with at the moment, we are sending lots of love ... And to my mum, Maz. What a mum You’ve helped me grow more than you ever take credit for, and I am so lucky to have you as my mum, AND as the world’s best grandma! Jimmy adores you and we can’t thank you enough for everything you do for us. We love you Happy Mother’s Day #MothersDay #WeLoveOurMums #WeLoveOurMoms #ThankYouMum #ThankYouGrandma #MumLife #MomLife #MandurahMums #MandurahMum #MandurahMumsClub
16.01.2022 Sometimes we need a gentle reminder. Grab a cuppa and check out my tips for 'free' happiness with the kids :) https://www.michellewongofficial.com.au//what-s-the-cost-o... I'd love to hear what you think and of course any top tips you can add to this list #parenting #MumLife #DadLife #LifeWithKids #KidsTips #IdeasForKids #MomLife #ParentingTips #TipsForParents #ParentingWin #WinningAtParenting #BustaBurpee #NewBlog
16.01.2022 What do your kids want for Christmas??? YOU It’s the silly season and easy to forget this. Put your feet up for 5 and have a read. It could change your Chrissy holidays for the better ... https://bustaburpee.com.au/the-ultimate-present/
15.01.2022 Today, I coached the adorable Woodside Under 6 Little Nippers at Mandurah Surf Life Saving Club I was working on their sprint starts. Kids thrive on clear and specific instruction when learning new skills. Combining movement with verbal cues strengthens the skill. This transfers perfectly in the classroom too! Move your body while learning, it’s a win win! ... So, who can guess the cues these little champs were given today? #movement #nipper #fitkids #healthykids #teaching #coaching #education #littlenipper #surflifesaving
14.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAY SURVIVAL - TOP TIPS #1 ~ Write a ‘To Do List’ together ~ This is the foundation of harmony for the next few weeks. Your go to for, I’m bored and a great strategy for more help around the house and less screen time. ... Explain that you’re going to draw up a list together, (I used a whiteboard with fun colours - at least use textas, this makes it more exciting). Set your boundaries from the beginning. Mine were activities can’t involve screen time and only cost money if they’re in the wish list column. 1) Draw up a table with the following headings (or ones of your choice) Wish List, Home Activities, Out and About, Jobs 2) Take turns filling in ideas in each column, chatting about them as you go. When it’s your turn, you can input your ideas without them being ignored as suggestions a few days down the track. 3) Put the list somewhere prominent and refer to it regularly, especially when the kids are looking for ideas or you want some ‘Alone Time’. 4) Show the kids where the materials for particular activities on the list are so they can go about their ‘crafting’ etc without too much assistance from you. They can also plan their day amd set up their equipment before bed. 5) Add to the list as more ideas arise Let me know how you go! Post pics, ideas and questions in the comments Jimmy’s list pic is in the comments section. Happy Holidays!!
12.01.2022 How do you find inspiration to get things done? With many of us working from home, it is so important to seperate home jobs from work jobs. I try and make my work space different where I can. Today I worked outside with some cute lights and candles and then had a working meeting at home with a fellow boss lady to push each other along (swipe). We meet once a week to schedule our social media posts (like this one). Be sure to check out Laurel Metier ... Finding inspiration is not always easy, and that’s when well-established habits keep us going. More about this in an upcoming blog, ‘Why Life is Like a Workout’. Sign up for blog alerts at www.michellewongofficial.com Stay motivated, gang! #WorkMotivation #WritingMotivation #WorkingFromHome #MumLife #WorkWithFriends #LoveWhatYouDo #BustaBurpee #Study #AcademicLife #AcademicWriting #HomeOfficeTips #MotivationWorkshops
11.01.2022 Sign me up! FREE de-clutter workshop for those lucky enough to be in the Peel region, WA! Mum life - I am so excited for this. ... Tag a friend who needs to come along! :) #declutter #CleanOut #FreeWorkshop #MandurahRocks #SpringCleanInWinter #CanWeBringWine ? https://www.mandurah.wa.gov.au//Declutter-Your-House-and-M
09.01.2022 This is what I strive to do. With schools, with teachers, with parents, with students. Understanding is the key, the key to the wonderful world with autistic friends, students and peers being an integral part of it! Curtin Autism Research Group
09.01.2022 *** NEW WEBSITE *** Among my many hats, I am the proud developer of Bust-a-Burpee. An all-inclusive, kids fitness and maths program. As Bust-a-Burpee has evolved, it's time for a new webpage! Maths incursions and professional learning, inclusive camp programs and all-abilities coaches guides, parents workshops and blogs! Have a look around, and please share!... Let's get everyone and moving! https://www.bustaburpee.com.au/ #BustABurpee #NewWebsite #InclusiveSport #AllAbilities #InclusiveClassrooms #BehaviourManagement #MotivationWorkshops #TeachingTeachers #ProfessionalLeanring #ParentingWorkshops #ParentingTips #FutureEducation #MathsOnTheMove
05.01.2022 Make the most of holiday time! Let me know what you think?
04.01.2022 Not finishing things you start, is far more common than you’d expect. In fact, coming up with the idea to do something is the easy bit. Finishing it is the challenge. So, what do you do to keep motivated and on track? Have you got a strategy? One that works? Or maybe you don’t even dare try because it’s all pretty hard? You’re not alone there either. I’ve got quite a few strategies. And now I’m focussing on motivation in my research, I’ve added some pretty awesome, evidence... based tools to the belt. I’d love to share these with you and your colleagues, or your sport/gym buddies. I’d happily run you through the motions, (not literally run, but I can’t promise no burpees ). Check out my motivation workshops at www.michellewongofficial.com.au #motivation #education #MotivationWorkshop #Mantras #SportsMotivation #GetItDone #FinishIt
04.01.2022 Could not be prouder of the Super-Ninjas at our CoderDojo. We couldn't do it without the incredible mentors who give up their Saturday mornings and I am honoured to be a part of the Curtin Autism Research team. Great things happening in Mandurah! My town https://www.mandurahmail.com.au//new-mandurah-hub-combin/... #autism #MyMandurah #inclusion #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #visitmandurah
