Virginia Workshops and Conferences

 

Visit VA Autism Council's website on Autism Training in Virginia for information on other workshops in the state (http://www.autismtrainingva.org/.)


 

2010 Workshops


 

 

Strategies for Supporting Young Children

with Autism Spectrum Disorders

 

Tuesday, September 21st, and Tuesday, September 28th 

at the

River Road United Methodist Church

8800 River Road

Richmond, VA 23229

 

Strategies for Supporting Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a two‐day workshop     designed to introduce participants to effective strategies for supporting families with very young children (birth to age 5) who have very early/emerging skills) who experience social, communication, and sensory issues related to ASD. Participants in this workshop should have a basic understanding of autism spectrum disorders.   Participants must attend both days of training.

Carol Burke, M.Ed., System Manager of the Infant & Toddler Connection of the Rockbridge Area, and Tracy Miller, MHS, OTL, Director of Rehabilitation Associates, will present this training.  Registration fee includes two days of training and lunch each day.

                                                  Informational Flyer / Registration

 


Transition Planning:

It is All About What Your Child Wants to Do!

Training for Parents and Family Members

 

in collaboration with

Shenandoah Valley Autism Partnership &

VDOE Training/Technical Assistance Center @ Jmu  

 

Friday September 24, 2010

2:00 - 5:00

Registration and Refreshments begin @ 1:30 p.m.

 

Location: Augusta Health- Conference Room AAC 3

78 Medical Center Drive, Fishersville, VA 

 

Transition: It is All About What Your Child Wants to Do is a three hour workshop designed to introduce parents and family members to the transition process that is used to support middle and high school students with IEPs as they move from school to the adult world.                                          

 

 

More Information and Registration

 


 

Transition Planning:


It is All About What Your Child Wants to Do!

Training for Parents and Family Members

 

in collaboration with

Commonwealth Autism Service  

 

Saturday September 25, 2010

11:30 - 3:00

Registration and Refreshments begin @ 11:30 am

 

Location: Central Virginia Community College - Merritt Hall Rm. 5206

Center for Workforce Development and Continuing Education

3506 Wards Rd.  Lynchburg, Virginia

 

 

Transition: It is All About What Your Child Wants to Do is a three hour workshop designed to introduce parents and family members to the transition process that is used to support middle and high school students with IEPs as they move from school to the adult world.

 More Information and Registration Form

 


 

Asperger's Syndrome Demystifieded / Demystifying Autism Spectrum

William Stillman

September 27-28, 2010


Blacksburg, VA


Sponsored by: Radford University T/TAC, Irox Products, the Authors of a “A Live Controversy,” and DevelopEase – Technology Solutions

INFORMATION

 


GRVAAG Autism Conference 2010

Greater Roanoke Valley Autism Action Group

 

Friday, October 1 & Saturday, October 2

477 Dalewood Ave., Salem, VA (location of Lakeside Baptist Church). 

Our keynote session on Friday will be John Toscano, CEO, of Commonwealth Autism Service on “The State of the State.”  Come hear about the many changes and initiatives that are being undertaken in Virginia for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

 

On Saturday, our keynote presenters will be Press and Gena Barnhill, authors of Parents of Children with Disabilities.  Gena is also the author of the book “Right Address...Wrong Planet: Children with Asperger Syndrome Becoming Adults.” 

Limited child-care will be available on Saturday only.  Registration (free) is required for each child.  Please contact the GRVAAG at aag@ymail.com to request child-care registration.

 

Topics for this conference include Political Advocacy, Visual Supports, Assistive Technology, Self-Determination, and more.  Local vendors and product vendors will be on-site.

 

Registration costs are:  Both days - $50; Friday only - $30; Saturday only - $25.

 

Are you interested in participating as a vendor or sponsor (both are needed)?  Please contact the GRVAAG at grvaag@ymail.com for the vendor/sponsor letter and registration form.

 


 

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Training Workshop

October 4-5, 2010


Blacksburg, VA

This Workshop will be conducted By PYRAMID Educational Consultants

Anne Hoffman, M.Ed. is the featured speaker

Anne Hoffman has an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Education. She began working with children with autism in 1991 and started her working relationship with Andrew S. Bondy, Ph.D. Anne has extensive expertise in PECS and the Pyramid Approach to Education. She is a Senior PECS Consultant and international presenter.

INFORMATION

 


 

The Learning Institute of Commonwealth Autism Service

&

The Rappahannock-Rapidan and Fredericksburg Regional Autism Action Group

Present

The Basics of Autism: A Training for Childcare Providers

October 9, 2010

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Eastern View High School
16332 Cyclone Way, Culpeper, VA 22701

Presenter: Christine Holland, MS, BCBA, Learning Institute Coordinator

Workshop Description:   The prevalence of children with autism spectrum disorder continues to increase. Evidence has indicated that early identification and intervention can significantly improve outcomes. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of autism for childcare providers. Participants will be introduced to the core deficits of autism, early warning signs, and common screening tools. Participants will also be provided with strategies to discuss concerns with family members. Evidence based interventions and strategies for successful inclusion in both the public and private childcare environment will be discussed. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided at the conclusion of the workshop.

 

Information & Registration

 


Autism Society Northern Virginia Chapter

Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Conference

with

Pete Wright, Esq.

Date:

Oct 14, 2010

Start Time:

8:00 Am

End Time:

5:00 Pm

Location:

Jepson Alumni Executive Center
University of Mary Washington
1119 Hanover Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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Contact:

Kymberly DeLoatche
703-495-8444
director@asnv.org Use Wrightslaw in subject line

 

One-day special education law and advocacy programs focus on four areas:

  • special education law, rights and responsibilities
  • tests and measurements to measure progress & regression
  • SMART IEPs
  • introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy

Wrightslaw programs are designed to meet the needs of parents, educators, health care providers, advocates and attorneys who represent children with disabilities regarding special education. The program is not disability specific.

Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Conference, a Wrightslaw training program featuring Pete Wright, is being sponsored by the Autism Society of Northern Virginia (ASNV).

 

 


 

Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism

April 13, 2011


Blacksburg, VA

Presenter: Paula Kluth, Ph.D

Paula Kluth is a consultant, teacher, author, advocate, and independent scholar who works with teachers and families to provide inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities and to create more responsive and engaging schooling experiences for all learners. Paula is a former special educator who has served as a classroom teacher, consulting teacher, and inclusion facilitator. Her research and professional interests include differentiating instruction, and supporting students with autism and significant disabilities in inclusive classrooms.

INFORMATION