[A hand draws a handshake between a white and a brown hand. It then writes the words 'Consultation' and 'Communication'.]

MAN: Under the Disability Standards for Education, schools must consult students with disability and their families about adjustments to support their learning. Consultation relies on good communication. 

[The hand writes "Listen & share". It then writes, "Our goal is..."]

MAN: Meetings work better when participants listen to each other and share ideas. 

[The hand draws a document titled 'Agenda' with items numbered 1-4 underneath.]

MAN: Having a defined purpose is important too. An agenda can help a meeting stay on track and achieve its goal. 

[The hand draws a piece of paper, then writes "What. Who. When."]

MAN: Participants need to keep a record of what was decided, who will implement it, and when the decision will be reviewed. 

[The hand draws a woman holding a baby. A phone sits on a table nearby. Communication lines appear by the woman and phone.]

MAN: Not all communication needs to be in meetings. Regular, informal communication builds bridges between home and school. 

[The hand draws a family and then a man and a woman wearing business clothes. Above them it writes "My team".]

MAN: Sometimes, meetings don't go well. People may need to meet more often to address complex issues. With regular meetings and good communication, people are more likely to work together as a team. When supported by a team, students with disability are more likely to have a great education.