He’s a life of activity and laughter. One hour with him you will experience lively conversation and laughter. The future computer technician and comedian will keep you on your toes. He has a way with words, and his pure joy for life is contagious. I would like to introduce you to the Greene family’s miracle child, Klayton Greene. Klayton was born with a Chromosome Depletion Disorder 17q12. I decided to interview Klayton Greene’s family because I wanted to learn more about their exceptional son, Klayton.
Characteristics of the Family
The Greene family consist of Dennis (father), Angela (mom), Kiersten (12-year-old sister) Klyaton, and Cayden (4-year-old brother). The Greene family believe showing respect for others and self-sufficiency …show more content…
(K. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Dennis and Angela both agree that positive reinforcement is the best way to help their children feel confident about themselves. However, their views differ on what positive reinforcement is. Angela believes giving positive feedback to her children, such as a high five or saying good job, strengthens her children’s self – esteem. (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Whereas, Dennis believes helping his children learn table manners and respect while having family dinner every night is positive reinforcement (D. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Dennis and Angela view Klayton’s enrollment at Cypress Elementary Head Start Preschool program as a positive school experience for Klayton. Angela said, “Klayton felt good about himself when he was able to interact with children his age, be involved with school activities like festivals” (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Klayton’s school experience has been overwhelming positive but there have been a few frustrating situations for the Greene family. Angela felt at times Klayton’s teachers did not consider her and Dennis’ concerns regarding Klayton. For example, in the past teachers have tried to push the Greene family to potty train Klayton, even though Angela did not believe Klayton was ready. Currently, Klayton’s teacher …show more content…
Angela and Dennis agree that they struggle day to day with Klayton getting up in the morning. They struggle with not being able to try new restaurants. Finally, they explained that there is a process they use when introducing Klayton to something new, like Monster Truck Jam or a restaurant (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Klayton’s exceptionality affects his sensory skills and ability to regulate his emotions (D. Greene, & A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). The happiest moments Angela and Dennis have of Klayton is his happy moments when he is not throwing a fit. They recalled the funny things Klayton says that catches them off guard. The most troublesome experiences they can think of was trying to get Klayton to eat, even as a
Characteristics of the Family
The Greene family consist of Dennis (father), Angela (mom), Kiersten (12-year-old sister) Klyaton, and Cayden (4-year-old brother). The Greene family believe showing respect for others and self-sufficiency …show more content…
(K. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Dennis and Angela both agree that positive reinforcement is the best way to help their children feel confident about themselves. However, their views differ on what positive reinforcement is. Angela believes giving positive feedback to her children, such as a high five or saying good job, strengthens her children’s self – esteem. (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Whereas, Dennis believes helping his children learn table manners and respect while having family dinner every night is positive reinforcement (D. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Dennis and Angela view Klayton’s enrollment at Cypress Elementary Head Start Preschool program as a positive school experience for Klayton. Angela said, “Klayton felt good about himself when he was able to interact with children his age, be involved with school activities like festivals” (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Klayton’s school experience has been overwhelming positive but there have been a few frustrating situations for the Greene family. Angela felt at times Klayton’s teachers did not consider her and Dennis’ concerns regarding Klayton. For example, in the past teachers have tried to push the Greene family to potty train Klayton, even though Angela did not believe Klayton was ready. Currently, Klayton’s teacher …show more content…
Angela and Dennis agree that they struggle day to day with Klayton getting up in the morning. They struggle with not being able to try new restaurants. Finally, they explained that there is a process they use when introducing Klayton to something new, like Monster Truck Jam or a restaurant (A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). Klayton’s exceptionality affects his sensory skills and ability to regulate his emotions (D. Greene, & A. Greene, personal communication, February 9, 2016). The happiest moments Angela and Dennis have of Klayton is his happy moments when he is not throwing a fit. They recalled the funny things Klayton says that catches them off guard. The most troublesome experiences they can think of was trying to get Klayton to eat, even as a