Spectrum of Opportunity Conference
Autism, Inclusion, and Communication
Educators, families, and professionals who serve people with autism are invited to attend the annual conference to learn more about supporting and including people with autism who experience complex communication challenges in school and community settings.
A light breakfast and buffet lunch are included. Gluten free and vegetarian options available.
Date & Time:
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Please register by October 3.
Location:
Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center
Free parking available adjacent to GSFC
Cost:
$60 - Early bird registration (by September 15th)
$85 - Regular registration
$25 - Students and people with autism
Free - CLU students, faculty, and staff
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
|
8:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
Check in |
|
9:00 - 9:15 a.m. |
Welcome |
|
9:15 - 10:15 a.m. |
Changing Assumptions about Autism and Communication |
|
10:15 - 11:00 a.m. |
Keynote: Think to Speak--The Future of Communication |
|
11:00 - 11:15 a.m. |
Break |
|
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
Instructional Approaches and Accommodations in the Classroom |
|
12:15 - 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch |
|
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. |
Working with Teachers, Parents, and the IEP Team to Support Alternative Communication
at School |
|
2:00 - 2:15 p.m. |
Break |
|
2:15 - 3:15 p.m. |
Panel of College Students who Type |
|
3:15 - 3:30 p.m. |
Closing |
Contact
Edlyn Peña
autismcenter@callutheran.edu
Where to Stay
Local hotels for visitors to Cal Lutheran
Sponsors
Please note: Verification of attendance will be available to educators and professionals. No CEUs are offered for attending the event.