Educating Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) the School Leader’s Part of the Puzzle (ISBE #488)

Autism Spectrum Disorder numbers are increasing dramatically. ASD students often do not fit in. How do school buildings address this challenge?

Start Date:		6/30/2010  8:30
Program:		This course will help prepare administrators to provide a successful learning environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Discussion topics will include characteristics of the Autism Spectrum, criteria, learning style and sensory needs, general school procedures and the ASD student, team collaboration, building rules and discipline guidelines, accommodations and flexibility, special events, prepping schedule changes, extra curricular activities, resources, stafff support and training materials.
Dates:		June 30, 2010
Times:		8:30-3:30
Presenter:		LuAnn Cooper, Principal, Miner School/Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization(NSSEO) & Linda Hoeck, Autism Coordinator, NSSEO
Fee:		$160
Location:		North Cook ISC Suite 201
		2340 River Road, DesPlaines, IL 60018
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