Issue 8 2008 - KU Children's Services

KU Inclusion Support Agencies are an initiative of the Inclusion and ProfessionalSupport Program funded by the Australian GovernmentinclusionISSUE 8, SPRING EDITION 2008mattersIn this issue2 Carinya LDCCaring for the outdoorenvironment5 City of Canada Bay FDCPlanning for inclusion6 Mini Miracles ASCIncluding Aboriginalculture8 More importantquestions answered!10 September calendarNursery Rhymes tosing, see and sign11 ECIA NationalConferenceLincs Website12 November calendarKU ISA Contact listPoster Insert: Have you orothers noticed...?KU Children’s Services (KU) is theInclusion Support Agency (ISA) inseven regions of New South Wales.KU is a non-governmentnot-for-profit organisationproviding high quality educationand care for young childrenthrough a strong commitmentto the rights of children and theprinciples of social justice.This editionAnother season is here and a reminder of howquickly time is passing!! It’s also a reminderthat we’re more than half way through thethird year of the new service delivery model.The changes introduced in 2006 through theInclusion and Professional Support Programwere significant and challenging. Theapproach was very different and there was somuch to learn but great things are happeningin a range of service types and you can readabout some of these in this newsletter.You’ll hear from Nicole Vesperman, theDirector of a TAFE Children’s Centre at HunterInstitute Tighes Hill. Carinya provides childcare and education for children of studentsstudying TAFE courses and is licensed for upto 40 children per day. Nicole shares howtheir outdoor care environment promotes areal sense of community and team work andsupports the inclusion of all children. CanadaBay Family Day Care share their experience ofdeveloping and successfully implementing anAIR Plan to ensure the understanding of theterm ‘diversity’ and how it should be reflectedin the practices and procedures of the service.You’ll also read about the positive experiencesof the staff, children and an indigenous workerprovided through the Bicultural SupportPool, at Mini Miracles After School Care inWyong. They have worked together to havea better understanding of Aboriginal cultureand have found that the children now lookfor similarities rather than focussing on thedifferences between themselves.There is information about a great resourceto support the inclusion of young childrenin music times, a reminder about the ECIANational Conference in October, the LincsWebsite, Calendar dates and an updated ISAcontact list.Happy reading!ISP ManagerISA snapshotsTanya Soraya Deb MargieDeb Curtis and Margie Carter, with TanyaMcMaster and Soraya Apps NSW South West ISA,at the promotion of their book, Learning Togetherwith Young Children: A Curriculum Framework forReflective Teachers.Exciting Program Update!The continuation of the Inclusionand Professional Support Programto June 2012 has been approved.There will be some minor changesoccurring as the guidelines andforms currently being used arereviewed. You’ll be kept up to datewith any changes through thisNewsletter, information from yourISA and especially through regularcontact with your Inclusion SupportFacilitator.®Enriching Children’s Liveswww.ku.com.au

Carinya Long Day Care CentreWe are committed to reducing our impact on the environment and fostering environmentalawareness for children. The history of the centre is steeped in a philosophy surroundingcaring for the earth and connecting children to nature having had fruit trees, veggiegardens, composting and recycling for over ten years. NSW ECEEN (Early ChildhoodEnvironmental Education Network) recently recognised our efforts in initiating anenvironmental management plan through the SPROUTS Awards. Early Childhood TeacherRachael Kinsella has since written two publications for Early Childhood Australia, one forpractitioners titled Greening services: Practical sustainability and another for familiestitled Everyday learning about being green.Carinya’s outdoorenvironment is oftenreferred to as a bigbackyardIt has many elements of a homelikeenvironment includingfruit treesvegetable gardendirt patchflower bedsrainwater tankcompostworm farmflexible play equipmentlike cubbies made frombrushwoodstepping stones from logsfood from the gardenChildren are involved in every aspect of the backyard andthe environmentaleducation programIt promotes a real sense ofcommunity and teamwork for children to worktogether physically weeding,mulching, watering,harvesting and of coursecooking and eating They alsowork hard creating their ownplay spaces of interest. Forexample a recent interest incamping has seen childrencreate a camp site with logs,sticks, bark and bricks. Theysat around and ate theirlunch here.This approach and connecting children to nature creates a type ofharmony and common interest for children to focus on. We have2 Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008

Caring for theoutdoorenvironmentchildren from diverse backgrounds including40% from African refugee backgrounds as wellas many children with special needs or specialrights including autism, global delays, speechdelays, Down Syndrome and the emotional needs of children who have refugee backgrounds.Behaviour problems seem to dissipate when there is productive physical energy spent outdoors.Risk taking is another element of our big backyard that we encourageChildren have been experimenting with gymnastics on the highest beams on the highest trestles, riding downhillon bikes and skateboards, using their strength to move large bricks and stones. Interacting like this with theirenvironment is empowering for children’s self confidence and understanding of their bodies.With an authentic dialogue between staff and children about environmental concerns and awareness, thinkingthrough decisions and actions becomes a joint effort. We talk about consequences of behaviour all the time withchildren so now we take it to the next level to see the big picture of how our actions and behaviour impact notonly our friends and our playing but the future of the world. Children really can grasp these ideas. Even our Babiesand Toddlers are expert composters using a Bokashibucket (a unique recycling system that ferments foodwaste in a sealed container) for food scraps.Other environmental initiatives include:a paint separator installed in our sinka worm farmpaper, green waste and plastic recyclingpaper makingreduced chemicals for cleaning to soapy waterInclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008 3

Carinya Long Day Care CentreWe are still stretching our environmental plan and working on a mini coop, mini orchard andcreek bed to name a few of our current ideasSome of the things we doVegetable and herb gardensStaff have produced instant garden beds by usingplastic borders measuring approximately 10cmwide and readily available from suppliers suchas hardware stores. This is a very quick, easy andcost effective way to make beds for vegetablegardens. A 5cm deep hole is dug and the plasticborder is placed around the site and filledwith good quality soil and compost, leavingapproximately 5cm of the border sticking out.Sugar cane mulch is used to mulch the gardens.Staff spread the mulch out and the childrenwater it by hand using water collected from therainwater tank.TeepeeA tepee is constructed using portions ofbrushwood fence purchased from hardwarestores. The tepee is formed and supported withthe use of common garden stakes. Childrenneed to feel that they are not continually beingmonitored and instant cubby houses can providethis opportunity.Worm farmingFruit scraps from morning tea are sorted and composted inthe worm farm. The worm farm is a focal part of the gardenenabling the children to get involved in looking after theworm farm. The worm farm area is adjacent to the storageshed and is beautifully decorated with mosaics created bythe children.4 Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008

City of Canada BayFamily Day Carean experience of planningThe City of Canada Bay Family Day Care contactedKU Sydney yInner West Inclusion Support Agency(ISA) and requested support regarding ‘inclusionof diversity’. The challenge was to understand themeaning of diversity it and then to reflect this in ourpractices and procedures within the service.Consultation was sought with the InclusionSupport Agency (Mary Ware, Coordinator ofSydney Inner West ISA worked with our team)in response to the NCAC’s (National ChildcareAccreditation Council) recommendations intheir Continuing Improvement Guide, aboutincorporating and reflecting diversity throughout the scheme.for inclusionAfter our initial consultation with the ISA, it was determined that developing an Assisted Inclusion Readiness(AIR) Plan would be a useful tool and that arranging for groups of carers to discuss planning for diversity from aQuality Assurance perspective would be an effective strategy.• This occurred during several play-sessions where planned times for carers’ discussion groups were setaside (in the staff room/kitchen) while children attended the play sessions.• Carers were free to discuss diversity and obtain information on appropriate tools and resources to supporttheir work with children.• We realised that carers needed to obtain more information about children and their families and that thiswould need to be incorporated into the practices and procedures.• This focus gave staff and carers the opportunity to explore what diversity is and how to reflect this in ourpractices and the service’s procedures.An AIR Plan was developed through collating each of the identified needs and goals during the discussions toassist carers to incorporate diversity in a meaningful way into their programs. The CDO and Coordinator eachattended a discussion group. Consultation was also sought by the Coordination Units Resource Officer aboutplanning and incorporating diversity into play-session programs effectively. One identified need was to obtainfurther information on diversity through professional development/training. Mary Ware attended a Carers’Meeting to present and discuss the completed AIR Plan.We have achieved, with ISA assistance, a great resultand are ready to further develop other areas.Sylvia KazamiaCity of Canada BayFamily Day CareJune 2007-June2008Working on the AIR Plan was valuable as it encouraged us to bereflective, challenged us on an individual level as professionals andthe service as a whole. It assisted us in bringing forward positivechanges and in working more effectively with families and children.Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008 5

Mini Miracles WyongAfter School Care“It has been a pleasure having someone as warm andresponsive to the kids as Moira has been with our groupfrom after school care at Mini Miracles, Wyong. Witha group of children who are not backwards in comingforwards, some of their questions and commentscould have been misconstrued, but Moira has handledeverything in her stride and has quickly managed tobecome a valued and informative member of our teamin the short amount of time that she visits each week.We have found that the children now look for similaritiesrather than focussing on the differences amongstthemselves, and they have thoroughly enjoyed allthe indigenous artwork that Moira has introduced toour program. It seems that she has a flock of childrenaround her wherever she goes! We are in the processof producing a canvas wall mural using indigenous arttechniques that will be a visual reminder of our timesspent with Moira, and providing a lasting impression forthe children.”Sharyn EgebergManager/Owner“Look what Moirashowed me to make,it’s a pet rock!I called it Pebbles.”Hello, I would like to introduce myself. My name is MoiraFraser, Waradjuri Woman, born at Condobolin NSW.My family moved to the Central Coast in 1973. Aftersettling I have identified myself and my family to thelocal Aboriginal Community. We have been accepted andare members of the Darkinyung Local Aboriginal LandCouncil.I am employed by the Bicultural Support Pool as a BSPworker. I started my employment on 27th May 2008. Myrole is focussing on supporting and empowering staff tostrengthen links in Aboriginal cultural background andalso for staff to continue with what I have introduced atthe centre.I started employment with Mini Miracles Wyong on28th May 2008, introducing cultural awareness andsupport for staff, children and their families. I was also toinform staff of Aboriginal resources in the community,to encourage Indigenous families to use the centre moreand to encourage Indigenous support workers in theircentres.Working with Anglo and Indigenous children is a veryrefreshing change from my past work. I have a goodrapport with all the children and staff. The childreninteract with me in a very positive way. We make cakes,play music and dance. We also do lots of art and craft,shoot basket hoops out on the basketball court, playcricket and handball plus help with their homework.The staff and children are very confident in approachingme about any questions or issues relating to Aboriginalhistory. I will be introducing and working towards moreAboriginal arts and crafts and also the dream time.Moira FraserBicultural Support Pool Aboriginal WorkerInclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 20086 Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008

an experience in including Aboriginal culture“The Aboriginal flaghas 3 colours; red,black and yellow.Yellow is for the sun,red is for the Earth andblack represents theAboriginal people.”Moira, since starting at Mini Miracles - Wyong OOSH, has catered for the culturally diverse children, and has endeavored toinvolve children in a range of activities including music, craft and dance. Moira engages students regularly; her interactionswith the children and staff at Mini Miracles -Wyong OOSH have made a profoundly positive impact on the centre.Liz EbertStaff memberWhen completing the contextual t informationMoira’s visits during the past few weeks have been verywithin the Service Support Plan (SSP) at Minieducational for both the children and staff. We have learnt howMiracles – Wyong OOSH, due to the high numbers to do a variety of traditional crafts, dance, and music, which theof Aboriginal children enrolled at the service, the children have embraced with enthusiasm.staff identified the need for an Aboriginal Support The children have talked about their experiences with theirWorker. The staff were very excited with theparents and peers in and outside of OOSH, which shows that theprospect that an Aboriginal Support Worker could children really enjoyed their time with Moira, learning about abe accessed through the Bicultural Support Pool different way of life.(BSP) .Erika RileyCoordinatorSince the BSP worker has completed their shortterm placement, it has become evident how much“Guess What? Moira showed me how tothe service has grown and how much knowledgeplay the didgeridoo, come watch me!”the staff, children and families have gained aboutIndigenous Culture. It was very refreshing for meto re-visit the service and to talk to the staff andchildren about their experiences. What a wonderfulfeeling it was as an Inclusion Support Facilitator(ISF) to be able to refer the service on to the BSPand to see such great results. The staff, children andfamilies are now aware that Aboriginal Culture ismore than completing tokenistic dot paintings andthat the heritage of each Indigenous person is partof who they are and where they come from. Thankyou to Moira and the BSP for helping this serviceachieve such great results.Leigh MonleyInclusion Support FacilitatorInclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008 7

MORE Important Questions Answered!I’m selling my service and I have anISS funded child. What should I do?You need to contact your ISF right away!Funding will cease for that child until the newowner makes a new ISS application. If there is adelay in submitting a new application there maybe a gap in the funding.NO!!Is the Inclusion SupportProgram finishing at theend of the year?Contracts with existing ISA providers will berenewed and Funding Agreements will run fromthe beginning of 2009 to the middle of 2012 (3 ½years). You will continue to have the support ofyour Inclusion Support Facilitator and access tothe different parts of the program.Is it true there’s going to be oneNational Provider for ISS?Yes, that’s right.From 1 January 2009 changes to the Inclusion andProfessional Support Program will include the introductionof a national ISS Provider to manage the ISS funding.Contact details for the National Provider will be forwardedlater this year following the announcement of a successfultender.NO!!Can we claim for Public Holidays?Who is DEEWR?Following the election of the Rudd government on 24November 2007, Commonwealth functions related tochild care were transferred from FaCSIA (the Departmentof Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs)to the new Department of Education, Employment andWorkplace Relations. The Inclusion and ProfessionalSupport Program is now managed by this department.ISS and FSF cannot be claimed for any Public Holidays. ThePublic Holidays for 2008 are:• New Year’s Day Tuesday 1 January• Australia Day Monday 28 January• Good Friday Friday 21 March• Easter Monday Monday 24 March• Anzac Day Friday 25 April• Queen’s Birthday Monday 9 June• Labour Day Monday 6 October• Christmas Day Thursday 25 December• Boxing Day Friday 26 December8 Inclusion Inclusion Matters Matters Issue 8 Issue Spring 8 Spring Edition Edition 2008 2008

NO!!Do you send FSF and ISS Claimsfor Payment to the same place?Flexible Support FundingWhen making a claim for FSF you send the Claim for Paymentpaperwork directly to the Office of your local InclusionSupport Agency:• Sydney Inner West:204/398 Chapel Road Bankstown NSW 2200• St George-Sutherland:17/3 Richmond Avenue Sylvania Waters NSW 2224• Sydney Central North:20/10 Chilvers Road Thornleigh NSW 2120• Gosford-Wyong:4/31 The Avenue Somersby NSW 2250• Sydney South West:3/6 Queen Street Narellan NSW 2567• NSW South West:PO Box 8515 Kooringal NSW 2650• Hunter:PO Box 41 Waratah NSW 2298Inclusion Support SubsidyWhen making a claim for ISS you send the Claim for Paymentpaperwork directly to the ISS Provider team at KU’s CentralOffice:ISS Claims for PaymentKU Children’s ServicesBox Q132QVB Post OfficeNSW 1230Yes.Have the ISS and FSF rates changed?From Tuesday 1 July 2008 (for the 2008-09 Financial Year)the rates for ISS and FSF are:Centre-based rate = $15.61 per hrFDC/IHC Tier 1 = $4.15 per hrFDC/IHC Tier 2 = $8.30 per hrYes!Can I apply for training hoursunder FSF as well as ISS?Have a chat with your ISF and read the FSF Guidelines.Your service might be able to access these FSF traininghours. They allow release time for permanent staffand carers to attend specialist training relevant to theinclusion of a child with ongoing high support needs.Developing a SSP cansometimes be time consuming.How can I get help with this?Have a chat with your ISF and read the FSFGuidelines. You might be able to apply for FSFhours that allow release time for permanent staffand carers to prepare a SSP in respect to a childwith ongoing high support needs.Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008 9

SeptemberPlease Note: While a particular day orfestival may be attributed to one culture orfaith, other cultures, faiths and countries mayalso celebrate these days and festivalsMONTH: National Dyspraxia AwarenessMonthSpina Bifida Awareness MonthHeart Foundation DoorknockAppealSave the Koala MonthWEEKS: National Literacy & NumeracyWeek 1-7Asthma Week 1-7Spina Bifida Awareness Week 1-7Threatened Species Week 6-12National Child Protection Week7-13Blood Donor Awareness Week8-141 Wattle Day – AustraliaRamadan begins** – Islamic3 Australian National Flag DayIndigenous Literacy Day4 Krishna Janmashtami* Birthday ofKrishna – Hindu6 Endangered Species Day7 Father’s Day – Australia8 International Literacy Day, World FirstAid Day11 El-Nayrouz Coptic Christian NewYear14 Mid-Autumn/ Monkey/Moon Festivals– ChineseNational Bilby Day16 International Day for the Preservationof the Ozone Layer17 Australian Citizenship Day19 What’s the Buzz Day – DiabetesAustraliaClean up the World Weekend21 International Day of Peace27 Sukkot* Feast of the Tabernacles –Jewish28 World Heart Day29 National Police Remembrance Day30 Rosh Hashanah* – Jewish New YearNavaratri ** to 8/10 – Hindu* Usually begins at sundown the day beforethis date** Local customs may vary this date10Nursery RhymesNursery Rhymes to Sing See and Sign are FREE downloadable,web-based communication resources for ALL young children.It includes resources for 14 favourite Nursery Rhymes and has a particularfocus on communication strategies known to help communication andlanguage development in children with communication difficulties.Difficulties may include delayed speech, speech that is hard to understand,problems with comprehension and difficulties with concentration andengagement. Being unable to communicate and participate impacts on achild’s overall development, well being and quality of life.Nursery Rhymes are easy to remember, easy to sing and easy to usewith communication strategies like key word sign and picture basedcommunication aids. Songs and music are a natural way for children to learnbasic communication skills such as listening, copying, concentrating andbeing with others. All these skills form a solid foundation for young children’sdevelopment.On the website there is an information handout on how to use the resources.They include a picture song board using Picture Communication Symbols anda Key Word Sign poster (Makaton) for each Nursery Rhyme. A song lyrics sheethighlighting the key signs is also available for each song... .Nursery Rhymes included are:Old MacDonald had a FarmWheels on the BusBaa Baa Black SheepDer GlumphHey Diddle DiddleMiss Polly had a DollyMoo Moo Jersey Cow..Ten Fat SausagesFive Little DucksB.I.N.G.O.The Alphabet SongFive Cheeky MonkeysThree Blind MiceThe Turtle Song© Scope 2007 Nursery Rhymes to Sing, See and Sign.Source www.scopevic.org.auto Sing See and SignInclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 2008

Invitation8th Biennial National Early ChildhoodIntervention Australia ConferenceOctoberPlease Note: While a particular day orfestival may be attributed to one culture orfaith, other cultures, faiths and countriesmay also celebrate these days and festivalsWEEKS: National Week of Deaf People11-17Haemophilia Awareness Week12-18National Nutrition Week 12-18Anti-Poverty Week 12-18Down Syndrome Awareness12-19National Carers Week 13-19Incorporating the First National Forum for the Inclusion and ProfessionalSupport Program“WHERE’S THE PROOF?”Evidence-based Practice and Practice-based Evidence19 –21 October, 2008Sydney Convention Centre, Darling Harbourwww.ecia.org.au/html/national-conferences.htmlPlease join us for the 8th Biennial National ECIA Conference incorporating theFirst National Forum for the Inclusion and Professional Support Program.International Keynote Speakers:Professor Kofi MarfoDana BrynelsenDr Virginia BuysseDr Patricia WesleyPre-conference Workshops: 19 OctoberMain Conference: 20 – 21 OctoberIf you have any questions about the conference please contact the ECIA (NSWChapter) office on: 02 9873 2593 or admin@ecia-nsw.org.auLooking for disability information on theinternet? Search LINCS!Lincs is a cost effective and highly specialised system to allowLocal Councils to easily produce high quality communityinformation directories. With Lincs Councils work together to collectinformation which may then be published on the web, offline or inprofessionally formatted printed directories. The 40,000+ services listed onthe Local Information Network of Community Services database are updatedby councils (3 ACT, 44 NSW, 11 WA) and 6 disability information services. Youcan search it on each member’s website or the main www.datadiction.com.au/lincs/default.htm by selecting the closest suburb and using key words(like intellectual disability, equipment, transport, adults).Inclusion Matters Issue 8 Spring Edition 20081 International Day of Older Persons,Eid ul-Fitr** (Ramadan ends) – IslamLabour Day2 Mahatma Gandi’s Birthday – IndiaWorld Habitat Day3 Walk to Work Day Nationwide4 St Francis of Assisi DayWorld Animal Day5 Daylight Saving begins6 World Habitat Day9 World Sight Day, Yom Kippur* – JewishVijaya Dashami** – Hindu10 Confucius Birthday (other datesaccepted)12 UN International Day for NaturalDisaster Reduction16 World Food Day17 International Day for the Eradication ofPoverty20 National Kidsafe DayBirth of the Bab*- Baha’i21 Shemini Atzeret* – Jewish22 Universal Children’s Day – Australia24 World United Nations Day26 Uluru handed back to the AnanguPitjantjatjara 1985 – Australia27 Pink Ribbon Day Nationwide28 Diwali (Deepavali)** – Festival of Lights31 Australia World Teachers’ DayHalloweenReformation DayBandanna Day* Usually begins at sundown the daybefore this date**Local customs may vary this date11

NovemberPlease Note: While a particular day or festivalmay be attributed to one culture or faith,other cultures, faiths and countries may alsocelebrate these days and festivalsMONTH: Lung Health Awareness Monthwww.lungnet.com.auWEEKS:National Recycling Week 5-11www.planetark.com.auFood Safety Week Nationwide 10-16Spinal Cord Injuries Awareness 10-16National Skin Cancer Action Week 16-22Rett Syndrome Angel Week 24-281 All Saints Day – Christian3 Bunka No Hi ‘Culture Day’Japan4 Melbourne Cup Day5 Guy Fawkes Night United Kingdom6 International Day for Preventing theExploitation of the Environment in War11 Remembrance Day – Armistice Day12 Birth of Baha’u’llah* – Baha’iLoy Krathong Thailand13 Birth of Guru Nanak Dev founder ofSikh Panth14 World Diabetes Day15 Nativity Fast begins (ends Dec 24) –Orthodox16 United Nations International Day forToleranceInternational Lung Cancer AwarenessDay21 World Television DayWorld Hello Day23 Christ the King – Christian25 International Day for the Elimination ofViolence Against Women27 Thanksgiving Day28 Buy Nothing Day International29 Thank You Day Nationwide30 St Andrews Day – Scotland* Usually begins at sundown the day beforethis date** Local customs may vary this dateKU ISA Contact ListSYDNEY INNER WESTInclusion Support CoordinatorMary Ware M: 0408 162 018E: maryw_kuisasiw@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsSamera Aboumelhem M: 0409 121 630E: sameraa_kuisasiw@bigpond.comAnnick Albert M: 0408 258 602E: annicka_kuisasiw@bigpond.comNatasha Dell M: 0448 733 594E: natashad_kuisasiw@bigpond.comSue Ede M: 0419 167 467E: suee_kuisasiw@bigpond.comMika Kozomara M: 0408 690 726E: mikak_kuisasiw@bigpond.comAlison Mackenzie M: 0408 675 538E: alisonm_kuisasiw@bigpond.comLakshmi Ramjas M: 0448 736 515E: lakshmir_kuisasiw@bigpond.comLeanne Shepherd M: 0438 668 333E: leannes_kuisasiw@bigpond.comKylie Snowden M: 0418 162 819E: kylies_kuisasiw@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact Details204/ 398 Chapel Road, Bankstown NSW 2200P: (02) 9707 1050 or (02) 9707 4499 F: (02) 9707 3666ST GEORGE-SUTHERLANDInclusion Support CoordinatorLisa Maybury M: 0437 038 855E: lisam_kuisastgs@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsNicole Hyde M: 0418 476 013-Giezekamp E: nickyh_kuisastgs@bigpond.comLeanne Limebeer M: 0419 420 452E: leannel_kuisastgs@bigpond.comNerida Miller M: 0438 482 791E: neridam_kuisastgs@bigpond.comChristine Morandini M: 0407 060 417E: chrism_kuisastgs@bigpond.comSusan Spruce M: 0418 624 104E: susans_kuisastgs@bigpond.comMandy Street M: 0419 216 436(on leave)E: mandys_kuisastgs@bigpond.comLisa Wardle M: 0448 469 238E: lisaw_kuisastgs@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact Details17/3 Richmond Avenue, Sylvania Waters NSW 2224P: (02) 9522 6322 F: (02) 9522 8121SYDNEY CENTRAL NORTHInclusion Support CoordinatorDiane Matthewson M: 0408 482 616E: dianem_kuisascn@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsJenni Burgess M: 0418 497 592E: jennib_kuisascn@bigpond.comDeborah Cann M: 0409 038 427E: deborahc_kuisascn@bigpond.comSiu-mai Lo M: 0439 028 672E: siu-mail_kuisascn@bigpond.comLibby Moulton M: 0417 664 834E: libbym_kuisascn@bigpond.comMadhabi Taneja M: 0438 665 884E: madhabit_kuisascn@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact Details20/10 Chilvers Road, Thornleigh NSW 2120Coordinator - P: (02) 9484 2077 F: (02) 9484 2877ISFs - P: (02) 9484 6768 F: (02) 9484 2877GOSFORD-WYONGInclusion Support CoordinatorMargaret Smith M: 0407 104 109E: margarets_kuisagw@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsDonna Brooks M: 0408 243 370E: donnab_kuisagw@bigpond.comLeigh Monley M: 0408 417 533E: leighm_kuisagw@bigpond.comLoretta Willett M: 0408 221 869E: lorettaw_kuisagw@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact DetailsSuite 4, Blg 31, The Avenue, Mt Penang Parklands KariongNSW 2250 P: (02) 4340 5300 F: (02) 4340 5303SYDNEY SOUTH WESTInclusion Support CoordinatorCathy Bradley M: 0418 961 351E: cathyb_kuisasw@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsGayle Biddle M: 0448 219 081E: gayleb_kuisasw@bigpond.comKylie Brown M: 0407 780 829E: kylieb_kuisasw@bigpond.comBess Colin-Thome M: 0448 731 153E: bessc-t_kuisasw@bigpond.comLisa Forsyth M: 0438 672 666E: lisaf_kuisasw@bigpond.comOlga James M: 0448 725 664E: olgaj_kuisasw@bigpond.comKellie Ryan M: 0447 253 906E: kellier_kuisasw@bigpond.comKym Booth M: 0447 451 129E: kymb_kuisasw@bigpon.comKim Touvelos M: 0407 226 169(on leave)E: kimt_kuisasw@bigpond.comCarolyn Wilson M: 0400 432 477E: carolynw_kuisasw@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact Details3/6 Queen Street, Narellan NSW 2567P: (02) 4647 9140 F: (02) 4647 9144NSW SOUTH WESTInclusion Support CoordinatorSoraya Apps M: 0417 269 744 F: (02) 6926 3526E: sorayaa_kuisansw@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsJodie Coles M: 0437 478 618 F: (02) 6942 7902E: jodiec_kuisansw@bigpond.comTanya McMaster M: 0408 271 263 F: (02) 6040 8450E: tanyam_kuisansw@bigpond.comPostal Address: PO Box 8515, Kooringal NSW 2650HUNTERInclusion Support CoordinatorGlen Newman M: 0437 270 884E: glenn_kuisah@bigpond.comInclusion Support FacilitatorsSimone Allen M: 0418 675 857(on leave)E: simonea_kuisah@bigpond.comJacqui Gainsford M: 0407 925 307E: jacquig_kuisah@bigpond.comAthena McAuley M: 0448 220 674E: athenam_kuisah@bigpond.comPaloma Martinez M: 0400 451 387E: palomam_kuisah@bigpond.comAnne Stapleton M: 0409 781 364E: annes_kuisah@bigpond.comEmma Hughes M:E: emmah_kuisa@bigpond.comOffice Location & Contact Details1/ 43 Station Street, Waratah NSW 2298P: (02) 4967 2411 or (02) 4967 2400 F: (02) 4967 2416