Annie is a 10-year-old student who is currently living with her extended family. Up until two months ago, she spent time in and out of foster care. She is currently living with her aunt and uncle who are incredibly supportive of her needs and want her to attend school. She is currently being diagnosed as she is showing signs of an intellectual disability, displaying limited communication skills, problems retaining information, poor social and emotional skills, and poor personal hygiene. Annie has trust issues from her past experiences in foster care and can display aggressive, emotional outbursts and runs away from class, which is a safety concern for her aunt and uncle, as well as the school.

a)How could Annie's emotional situation impact on her learning at school?

b) Refer to the Essential Skills for Classroom Management (located in TAFE Connect Supplementary Resources) and choose five (5) strategies you could use with Annie to establish positive behavioural expectations. Explain why you chose each strategy and how this would support Annie in the classroom. Essential skills for classroom management strategy Explanation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.