Planning for the Future - Augmentative Communication Funding for Dedicated Communication Systems (SGDs)
October 14, 12:30 PM
Presenters: Nikki Brentlinger, Ed.S., Assistive Technology Administer, and Alyson Diaz-Kleine, M.S., CCC-SLP, Augmentative Communication Facilitator
Augmentative Communication facilitators from Special School District will discuss ways that families and students can pursue funding for augmentative communication devices. An additional discussion will include what the process is for families to purchase dedicated communication systems for their student when considering transition and post-secondary outcomes.
Why is my Child Misbehaving?
October 20, 12:30 PM
Presenter: Julie Harter SSD Early Childhood Special Education Student Support Facilitator | Jessica Orf, SSD Early Childhood Special Education Student Support Facilitator and Megan Browne, SSD Early Childhood Special Education Student Support Facilitator
This training will focus on early childhood specific positive parenting strategies to manage challenging behavior. Parents will leave with hands-on strategies that can be implemented in the home setting.
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Two-Part Series
Part 1: November 8, 6:30 PM
Part 2: November 15, 6:30 PM
Presenter: John Bruno, Ph.D., SSD Autism Effective Practice Specialist
Identify and understand the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders and learn effective and practical strategies that will support your child’s success at home and school. The second session will focus on strategies. Both sessions will have time for discussion and questions.
Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse (in collaboration with St. Louis ARC)
November 18, 6:30 PM
Presenter: Sharon Spurlock, Director of Family Support, St. Louis Arc and Debra Fiasco, Administrator, Parent Education and Diversity Awareness, Special School District
Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) is a set of eight principles developed to support people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families so they can have their best lives. In this workshop, we will learn about the CtLC principles and work together to create planning and problem-solving tools. Participants will also receive updates about LifeCourse Connect Missouri, which is a new online platform that can be used by individuals and family members to access tools. This workshop is for everyone but especially self-advocates, families, and support staff.
Register online for this event through St. Louis Arc's online registration platform.
Supported Decision Making: Hands On Toolkit to Build Capacity (in collaboration with St. Louis Arc)
December 9, 6:30 PM
Presenter: Sharon Spurlock, Director of Family Support, St. Louis Arc and Debra Fiasco, Administrator, Parent Education and Diversity Awareness, Special School District
When an individual with a disability becomes 18, they are legally an adult. This workshop is designed to help families understand the options they have to help their loved one make good decisions and build a circle of support. Using tools from Missouri Supported Decision Making Consortium and Charting the LifeCourse, Debra and Sharon will coach your family how to access each of the six life domains (health, employment, safety, etc.) and create a plan that uses a variety of resources to build self-determination skills. This workshop is ideal for primary caregivers, their family member with a disability, and siblings or other key people who support planning and problem solving in their lives. Small groups will use Zoom breakout rooms to start creating their own supported decision-making plans with templates from the Missouri Supported Decision Making Consortium.
Register online for this event through St. Louis Arc's online registration platform.
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