The Thinking About Epilepsy program, developed by the Epilepsy Support Centre in London, Ontario, is designed to provide students and staff with seizure first-aid and information about epilepsy. More importantly, the program promotes tolerance and acceptance of people living with epilepsy. The program has been thoughtfully designed to meet specific expectations in the Ontario curriculum for Science and Health. The 45 minute presentation is fun and engaging, including videos and even a chance for students to experience some “hands-on” first-aid.

By empowering students and staff with knowledge and correcting misinformation regarding those living with epilepsy, this program endeavors to make schools a safer and more inclusive place. The program has run to great success in more than 14 schools boards across Ontario. Education Coordinator, Claire Notman, is excited to bring this program into our schools and hopes that it will not only help support those with epilepsy, but also bring the valuable services provided by the Resource Centre to the forefront.

If you are interested in the Thinking About Epilepsy program for your child’s class or if you are a teacher and are interested in the program for students and/or staff, please contact Claire Notman at cnotman@epilepsyresource.org or 613-542-6222. Presentations are available for other grades or audiences upon request.