Fall Parent Conference 2009
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The annual Parent Conference was held on October 23, 2009 at Region 14/Hopewell Center. It was a wonderful event with approximately 40 family members in attendance.
The keynote address was presented by OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence) representatives, Julie Short, Donna Owens, & Heather Bridgeman. They explained their web site and the resources they provide. Many useful assistive technology items were displayed and may be borrowed through OCALI’s lending library.
Topics for the afternoon breakout sessions were: Post-secondary Transition, Stress Relievers, and Postive Behavior Supports.
Post-secondary Transition was presented by Sue Beck. She provided attendees with a folder printed with an outline to track goals from graduation backward . This will be helpful when setting goals for planning and at the IEP meeting. Ms. Beck discussed the requirements of the Post-secondary transition plan and the advantages to the student to have an effective transition plan in place.
The Stress Reliever session was presented by Jinnifer Daugherty. She provided many useful ideas and tips to relieve stress. Ms. Daugherty discussed the effects of stress and how to measure one’s stress level.
Cathy Heizman spoke on the benefits of Positive Behavior Suppports and the many ways the supports can help students succeed in the school. Ms. Heizman discussed the differences between punishment and discipline and their characteristics. She also gave valuable information on Behavior Intervention Plans.
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