Unlock Back-to-School Success for Students with ADHD

EXPERT: Robert Silvestri, Ph.D.

As the new school year approaches, we understand the unique challenges that parents of students with ADHD might face during this transitional period. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming workshop: “Back-to-School Success for Students with ADHD: A Parent’s Guide.” This workshop is designed to equip you with essential strategies and tools to ensure a smooth and successful transition for your child with ADHD back to school after the summer break.

Workshop Highlights:

During this interactive and informative workshop, you’ll gain valuable insights into:

• Reviewing the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to set the stage for a successful school year.
• Effective ways to establish communication with teachers, ensuring a collaborative approach.
• Practical steps for creating a home and school environment that supports your child’s learning needs.
• Proven techniques to modify schedules and routines for a seamless transition.
• Identifying potential challenges and implementing proactive strategies.
• Monitoring and addressing transitional challenges, including the use of daily report cards.
• Organizational techniques to empower your child with ADHD throughout the school year.

Click on Event Website Link below to register and learn more.

About Dr. Silvestri

Robert Silvestri is the Lead Researcher with the Northern Ontario Assessment and Resource Centre (NOARC). Robert has obtained his Master’s in Education from the University of Toronto and his Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in cognitive studies at Queen’s University.Robert’s research interests include studying the impaired cognitive mechanisms associated with learning disabilities (i.e. dyslexia) and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. 

Additionally, Robert is interested in research examining the impact of disabilities on academic success at a postsecondary level of education.Robert has co-authored articles for peer-reviewed journals, Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario and federal government of Canada. 

Also, Robert is a co-author of a chapter entitled “Cognitive constructs and individual differences underlying AD/HD and dyslexia: A Cognitive Mosaic approach” in the text book Cognition, Intelligence, and Achievement (2014).Robert Silvestri is the Lead Researcher with the Northern Ontario Assessment and Resource Centre (NOARC). Robert has obtained his Master’s in Education from the University of Toronto and his Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in cognitive studies at Queen’s University.

Robert’s research interests include studying the impaired cognitive mechanisms associated with learning disabilities (i.e. dyslexia) and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

 Additionally, Robert is interested in research examining the impact of disabilities on academic success at a postsecondary level of education.

Robert has co-authored articles for peer-reviewed journals, Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario and federal government of Canada. Also, Robert is a co-author of a chapter entitled “Cognitive constructs and individual differences underlying AD/HD and dyslexia: A Cognitive Mosaic approach” in the text book Cognition, Intelligence, and Achievement (2014).