CDA
My name is Shannon Lyman, and I am the Child Development Advisor (CDA) at C.W. Perry School.
As the CDA, my role is to support student’s social and emotional well -being. I offer individual or group sessions with identified students, which could include practical in-class reinforcement of skills. I act as a liaison between school staff, parents as well as outside agencies. I provide families with support and implementation of programming for all youth with respect to developing a positive school climate.
A large part of my position is working with students on an individual basis, providing guidance and support with issues including:
- Anxiety and Depression
- Loss and Grief
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Family support/referrals
- Resiliency/character building
- Healthy relationships
- Social Skills
- Anger management
- Proactive interventions for kids at risk
I work collaboratively with program specialist, psychologists, as well as a number of outside agencies such as but not limited to; Child and family services, Airdrie Addiction and Mental Health, Community Links as well as our School Resource officer.
Referral Process and Accessing the CDA
Students can be referred in 4 ways:
- Parent/guardian
- Self-referral
- Administration/CDA
- Teacher
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me via email or alternately at 587-775-3523.