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Moving Forward Together! 

An Autism Spectrum Disorder Conference for parents only!
 Plan now to attend!

Date:       September 15, 2007
Time:      9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Place:     The Capper Foundation Easter Seals
               
3500 SW 10th, Topeka, KS  66604
Cost:       $10 per person (includes lunch & refreshments)
               
Parent scholarships will be available, if needed.

Click Here for Registration Form and Conference Brochure! (pdf)*

Loaded with information, this conference is designed to help parents and guardians help their child with autism be successful at school, at home and in the community.

Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, National Autism Director at the Easter Seals Headquarters in Chicago, will be the keynote speaker.  Dr. Wright’s expertise as an ASD Educator, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Assistive Technology Practitioner inform her individualized approach to creating effective treatment plans.  She has a passion for education and advocacy and has dedicated her career to ensuring individuals with disabilities are fully-included in society and lead meaningful, happy and productive lives. 

Click Here for a detailed bio on Patricia Wright!

Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend 3 different break sessions that address a wide range of helpful topics.  These topics include:

  • Theory of Mind
  • Behavior Management
  • Increasing Independence Using Visual Schedules
  • Hidden Curriculums
  • IEPs and Advocating
  • Toilet Training and ASD
  • Communication
  • Teaching Organizational and Study Skills
  • Social Skills
  • Adolescence and ASD
  • Transitioning
  • Sensory Processing
 
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