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Spectrum Training Systems, Inc.

"School Success for Students with Autism,

Asperger Syndrome & Special Needs"

Plano, TX

July 31 - August 1, 2012

Tuesday, July 31st:

"Asperger Syndrome for the Special Education World"

Presented By Liane Holliday Willey, Ed.D.

Liane Holliday Willey, Ed.D., has been featured in ABC News, The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, and has been a guest on The Infinite Mind, Lifetime, National Public Radio and BBC Radio. She is the author of four books, including her most recently published work, "Safety Skills for Asperger Women: How to Save a Perfectly Good Female Life."

Dr. Willey's presentation will focus on her life story from her earliest memories as a very young child, to her world as she now experiences it. Included in her presentation is information on how teachers and others supported and taught her, and how she came to understand and cope with her Asperger Syndrome (AS). Dr. Willey will also present her vision of how we can make life for all students on the Autism Spectrum more rich and rewarding. Following the presentation, the audience will have a clearer understanding of the difficulties caused by AS in behavior, language, communication, social skills, executive functioning, sensory integration, and psychological well-being. With this knowledge in hand, educators and parents will find it possible to design solid supports and strategies for the academic, emotional and physical success of students with AS.

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Wednesday, August 1st:

"The Inclusive Classroom"

Presented By a Kluth, Ph.D.

a Kluth, Ph.D., is a consultant, author, advocate, independent scholar, and former special education teacher. She has authored or

co-authored ten books including: "'You're Going to Love This Kid!' Teaching Students with Autism in Inclusive Classrooms." Dr. Kluth has been awarded numerous honors in her field and community, including the 20 Under 40 University of Wisconsin Alumni Achievement Award for her work with students with autism.

This interactive day features group activities, real-world stories, and tools you can bring back to the classroom immediately. Participants will learn practical ways of supporting students with autism spectrum labels and other disabilities within a general education classroom. The centerpiece of the presentation is Dr. Kluth's "Top Ten Strategies List for Inclusive Classrooms" in which she addresses the need for sensory supports, visuals, active learning, "safe space," and materials that capitalize on student strengths. Other topics addressed include defining (and redefining) autism, listening to the voices of those with autism, creating more responsive lessons, making the classroom comfortable, and providing opportunities for communication skill development. The presentation provides teachers with the necessary knowledge and strategies to understand every student as complex, as capable, and as a learner.

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Conference Location:

Plano Centre

2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Plano, TX 75074

Directions

Lodging:

Holiday Inn Express Plano East (Approx. 3 miles from Plano Centre)700 Central Parkway EastPlano, TX 75074

There is a block of rooms available for $79 plus tax per night. A free hot breakfast is included with room charge. Please call the hotel number listed to make reservations as needed.

Conference Fees:

(Early Bird through June 25th)

2 Days:

Early Bird - $180

Regular - $215

1 Day:

Early Bird - $130

Regular - $145

Purchase orders, checks and credit cards accepted. Please fax purchase orders, and mail checks, to the information below. To buy a workshop package with a credit card, visit our online store.

Certificates of attendance and CEUs are available for both conferences. There are six hours of lecture each day, beginning at 8am and ending at 3:30pm. Please click below to see information on speakers, directions, daily schedule and more.

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Need to order special education books?

Visit our online bookstore for over 250 titles about autism, Asperger

Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, LDs and other special needs! P.O.'s accepted.

Thank you very much!

Spectrum Training Systems, Inc.

2024 Jonathon Dr.

Appleton, WI 54914

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www.SpectrumTrainingSystemsInc.com

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