TSSS Education Booklet - Turner Syndrome Support Group (NZ)

Jstatement/record of needs but to ensure continuity an Individual EducationProgramme will benefit both teacher and pupil. However, some girls with TSdo have a poor short-term memory and concentration and it is important notto think that this will automatically improve with age and maturity, as it mightin other children. It tends to be a problem that continues into adult life. Girlsand women with TS are very good at finding ways to cope, if allowed thefreedom to try different strategies.It must be pointed out that girls with TS can also bring many positive aspectsto the classroom, as they often have particularly lively and bubblypersonalities. Many girls with TS possess a very kind and caring naturetowards other children and will be the first to offer help and assistance if it isrequired. They will always try hard, and the reward of a firm and fairapproach will be a happy contented pupil. We are still learning about manyof the characteristics of girls with TS, but hopefully this booklet will help youif you should encounter any problems. Please do not hesitate to contact us atthe TSSS if you have any general queries, as we are always happy to help andshare information if we can. However, it is the development of a positivedialogue and partnership between the pupil, the school, and the parents thatis most likely to ensure that the education of a girl with TS is a happy andrewarding experience for all those involved.Self-fulfilling prophecyThis educational research phrase is particularly true of girls with TS:ÒIf children are told often enough that they are good at a particular thingthey will improve, and if they hear enough negative feedback they will dothe oppositeÓ.This can apply to both schoolwork and behaviour.21