Upcoming PD Session: Peer-Mediated Programs to Support Social Competence for Students with Autism

Peer-Mediated Programs to Support Social Competence for Students with Autism

When is it?

• December 8th from 9:00am-11:30am

Where is it?

• Miami Valley Regional Center 4801 Springfield Street, Dayton, OH 45431 in Room 300

Who should attend?

• Professionals working with students with autism including but not limited to intervention specialists, paraprofessionals, psychologists, counselors, general education teachers, and special education supervisors.

What should participants expect?

• Students with ASD present with unique needs that often are not fully addressed through the provision of traditional classroom accommodations.  Without proper support, these students can find high school lonely and frustrating.  Non-academic difficulties can also cause college students to leave or be dismissed from college due to difficulties with social skills, navigating the academic environment, living independently, etc.  This session, presented by Jennifer Schmidt (BHS) and Heather Rando (WSU) will discuss the coaching models that Beavercreek High School and Wright State University use to support students with ASD, as well as steps you can take to support this population. Learning outcomes of this session include: 

1. Identify and understand the unique needs students with ASD experience in high school and college.
2. Identify strategies that can be used in working with students with ASD, and next steps toward implementing an autism support program in your setting. 
3. Understand the coaching models developed at Beavercreek High School and at Wright State University, and how they are implemented.

How much does it cost to attend?

• The cost is FREE to all districts who have already signed up for Miami Valley Autism Coaching Team services for the 2017-2018 school year. 

How do I sign up?

• Contact our secretary Mary Fryman at mary.fryman@mcesc.org or (937) 236-9965 to register