Emory Autism Center Monarch Program Annual School Inclusion Workshop July 25 & 26, 2013 From Early Childhood to High School & Beyond: Educating Students with ASD Atlanta Marriott Century Center Emory University - Emory Autism Center - Monarch School-Age Program For the first time, this year s annual workshop includes all ages from toddlers, preschool and pre- K, to elementary, middle, and high school students to college students. We will begin our workshop with a keynote speech from one of the world s leading experts in early identification of autism and then head into concurrent sessions that are relevant to daily classroom teachers and staff. This annual workshop not only provides the latest research in ASD but also targets practical and specific teaching tools to take into your classroom. Who should attend? Early Intervention Specialists ALL Occupational therapists Babies Can t Wait Preschool, Pre-K providers ARE WELCOME! Behavior specialists Counselors; community therapists Related school staff Day care providers School psychologists Administrators College disability specialists Public school PLU and CEU Parents; guardians; foster parents Private school credits are Family members General educators available! Individuals with ASD Special educators Paraprofessionals See inside for further Anyone involved with the education of students with ASD Speech therapists Information.
Research News: Keynote Speaker Ami Klin, Ph.D. Bringing science to the community: A new system of healthcare delivery for infants and toddlers with autism spectrum disorders Ami Klin, Ph.D. is a professor and the Chief of Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Emory University s School of Medicine and a Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar at Emory University. He is also the director of the Marcus Autism Center at Children s Healthcare of Atlanta, and the former director of Yale University s Autism program. Dr. Klin s main research focuses on the social aspects of both the mind and brain and developmental aspects of autism throughout one s life. He has co-edited several textbooks including Asperger Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorders in Infants and Toddlers (Guilford Press) and Handbook of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Third Edition (Wiley), and he has also co-edited several issues of professional journals on autism. Concurrent Session Presenters: Donna Andrews, Ph.D. Sharon Hynes, B.A. Alice Murphy, Ed.D. Charles Coleman, B.A. Lisa Jackson, M.S. Laura Ogas, MT-BC Catherine Czerneski, B.A. Teri Jones, M.Ed. Sally Partlo, M.S. Joseph Cubells, M.D., Ph.D. Emily Rubin, M.S., CCC-SLP Jamie Freshour, M.Ed. Erin Brooker Lozott, M.S., CCC-SLP Joe Sarra, M.S.W. Gailynn Gluth, LEND Fellow Morgan Martin, M.Ed. Matt Segall, Ph.D. Emily Graybill, Ph.D. Ashley Mayer, M.S. Stacey Turner, Ed.S. Marta Hannah, B.S. Gail G. McGee, Ph.D. Sheila Wagner, M.Ed. Stephanie Holmes, L.P.C. 2
PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE: Co-teaching: Inclusive strategies for students with autism spectrum disorders Differentiating instruction based upon the unique neuroscience of autism spectrum disorder (elementary) Differentiating instruction for middle school and high school students with ASD Functional behavior assessments using the Brief Behavior Questionnaire and Intervention Plan Thinking outside the box: Strategies for teaching communication when behavior gets in the way Music and PE: Successfully including students with autism spectrum disorders Disability awareness 101 for parents and families Understanding autism: Characteristics, goals and strategies for new teachers to ASD Girls with high-functioning autism or Asperger s syndrome Getting ready for college? Transition for high school students with ASD Toilet training individuals with ASD Technology: A day in the life of the student (feel free to bring your own ipad, though not necessary). A limited number of devices will be available for use during the session Technology: A day in the life of a teacher (feel free to bring your own ipad, though not necessary). A limited number of devices will be available to use during the session Medications as tools for improving quality of life for people with autism spectrum disorders Zero Tolerance and ASD: Keeping them safe & out of the news Social skills and students with ASD: Why is there a missing piece to this puzzle and how do we fix it? How to organize the self-contained class to promote inclusive programming Interactive sessions for problem-solving & case reviews Comprehensive IEP assessment and evaluation Speech Shaping: Teaching young children with autism to talk (toddlers to Pre-K) Key features of effective early autism intervention Teaching peer-related social skills to young children with autism (toddlers to Pre-K) Incidental teaching in the course of young children's daily living routines (toddlers to Pre-K) Exact titles and topics may change; please refer to the information sheet in the registration packet. 3
Dates: July 25 & 26, 2013 Thursday: July 25 Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. Conference begins at 8:00 a.m. Lunch on your own Conference ends at 4:00 p.m. Friday: July 26 Check in begins at 7:00 a.m. Conference begins at 8:00 a.m. Lunch on your own Conference ends at 3:00 p.m. (2 days; 11 contact hours) Location: Atlanta Marriott Century Center 2000 Century Boulevard NE Atlanta, GA 30345 Phone: (404)325-0000 Website to reserve a hotel room: http:// www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/atlne-atlanta-marriottcentury-center-emory-area/? to- Date=7/27/13&groupCode=EUAEUAA&fromDate=7/24/13 &app=resvlink Special Hotel Autism Rate: (GUARANTEED UNTIL JUNE 25, 2013) Special Hotel Conference Rate: $97.00/night! Ask for the Autism Conference Rate or go to the link above to automatically enter the dates and rate. Cancellation and Refund Policy: Emory Autism Center will gladly issue refunds for cancellations made in writing and received prior to July 1, 2013. A handling fee of $25.00 will be deducted from all refunds. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after July 1st. Attendee substitutions are encouraged! Conference Fees Two full days! Early Bird Registration Fee* : $140 ( * Postmarked by 6/1/2013) Regular Registration: $160 (6/2/2013 to onsite) CEU s (see pg. 5) Must be paid on-site. No charge for PLU s. Since this conference fills up quickly, pre-registration is highly recommended. Registration forms are accepted by fax or mail up to the conference date contingent upon available space. Registration forms must be received or postmarked by midnight of 6/1/2013 to qualify for the early bird registration fee. All payments postmarked and received after midnight on 6/1/2013 will fall under the late registration fee. We can take payments on-site at the conference. Please complete the attached registration form and then fax or send to the address below. Please make checks payable to: EMORY UNIVERSITY and mail to: Emory Autism Center ATTN: Monarch Program July, 2013 1551 Shoup Court Atlanta, GA 30322 Fax # (404)727-3969 **Please help us to better track payments by putting all participants complete names on the check stub. We also need all participants email addresses in order to confirm registration and to send additional information prior to the workshop. Questions? Email us at: sheila.wagner@emory.edu or kkroger@emory.edu or call (404)727-8350. Special Accommodations If you require special accommodations to support your participation in this conference, please contact the Emory Autism Center prior to June 1, 2013. 4
Directions: Atlanta Marriott Century Center 2000 Century Blvd NE Atlanta, GA 30345 I-85 North to Clairmont Road (Exit 91); Turn left onto Clairmont Rd; At third traffic light, turn right onto Century Blvd. Hotel at end of Blvd on right. I-85 South to Clairmont Road (Exit 91); Turn right onto Clairmont Rd; At third traffic light, turn right onto Century Blvd. Hotel at end of Blvd on right. STARBUCKS INSIDE HOTEL! FREE PARKING Emory Autism Center Monarch Program The highly successful Monarch School-Age Program, a component of the Emory Autism Center at Emory University, has made it possible for many K-12 students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Georgia s schools to access increased opportunities for successful inclusion in their neighborhood schools. On-going collaboration with the Monarch Program provides school systems with a network of support from the classroom to school administrators. Training derived from research based, best-practices is a highlight of the Monarch Program. Over the past 22 years, the Monarch program has worked with numerous school districts throughout Georgia, positively impacting hundreds of students with autism and providing teachers with educational opportunities and expanding the knowledge base of this disorder amongst professionals in the school and community. CEU Information: 0.6 CEUs (for one day attendance) are available for a $15 fee, or 1.2 CEUs (for two day attendance) are available for a $25 fee. IACET (International Association for Continuing Education and Training) CEUs are offered for this workshop. Individuals wishing to earn CEUs are advised to check with their certification body, licensure agency, and/or employer to determine if IACET CEUs can be used to satisfy specific requirements. For the IAC- ET provider directory, go to: http://69.167.143.189/who-accepts-theiacet-ceu-g-see-a-list. For ASHA members, please note that we will not be reporting the CEUs directly to ASHA. However, ASHA does accept IACET CEUs. When ASHA asks if you have completed all necessary CEUs, please include all IACET CEUs on your report form. Keep your IAC- ET certificate in case of ASHA audit, as proof of attendance. CEU forms will be available for purchase at the conference bookstore. PLU applicants: You must - Sign in and out both days Complete the pre/post test Have approval from your supervisor Have your email on file at the EAC Monarch Program Certificates will be emailed one month after the workshop 5
Monarch Annual School Inclusion Workshop 2013 PHONE : 404-727-8350 FAX: 404-727-3969 MAIL: Register Today: Emory Autism Center ATTN: Monarch July, 2013 workshop Registration Fees: 1551 Shoup Court Atlanta, GA 30322 Early Bird Reg: $140 (postmarked by 6/1/2013) Late Reg. Fee: $160 On-site registration as space allows: $160 Register early! This workshop often fills Method of Payment: to capacity Check method of payment: Check enclosed Amount: $ Check will be mailed Credit Card will be called in by: School system/company will send check or Purchase Order. School system: PO # Contact Person: Contact Phone: SK#14465 Please indicate your affiliation: Parent/Family Member Child s grade level: School system: Professional: please specify Grade level served: School system: Other: (one form per person) Registrant Name School System/Company/County Address City State ZIP Phone FAX _ Email Address (for Confirmation) *required July 25 & 26, 2013 PLU (1) CEU (.6 or 1.2) For prior approval for PLU credits please have this section completed and signed by a supervisor. (See page 5 for CEU requirements) I approve to receive PLU credit for attending Monarch Annual School Inclusion Workshop July 25 & 26, 2013 Signature Title Date 6