March 2, 2012
Free Conference in Piketon, Ohio
Pike County
To Register for March 2nd Click Here https://www.research.net/s/Q6KL95K
The Ohio State University
Endeavor Center
1862 Shyville Rd
Piketon, OH 45661
Phone: 740-289-1605
For Directions Click Here: http://southcenters.osu.edu/visit-the-south-centers/
There are no CEUs available for this session but we will give certificate with contact hours
Two Sessions 9:30 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:30
Presenters: Susan McKinley and Nick Weiland
Concurrent sessions in the morning and the afternoon. You may register for one, or both sessions. Free lunch is provided if you attend both morning and afternoon sessions.
Topic: "The IDEA Behind AT: Essentials of Assistive Technology" presented by Nick Weiland of OCALI
Participants will learn about the areas of function that assistive technology can support, including how it is properly "considered" and written into the IEP. They will examine the legal mandate for assistive technology and how it is funded. This session will include hands-on exploration of websites that support student learning, with a focus on free resources.
About the Presenter: Nick Weiland has been working in the field of disabilities for 36 years. He has worked as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) in a community speech and hearing center, served as an SLP in the public schools, coordinated staff development and a resource library in the Ohio SERRC system, and consulted with public schools on assistive technology. Nick has been an instructor for classes in assistive technology at the college level. He has been adjunct faculty at Ohio University in the School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences and served on their Advisory Board. He is licensed in the state of Ohio as an SLP and holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Topic: "Snoezelen (SNOOZE-a-len): Sensory Fun for Everyone!" Presented by Susan McKinley of Tangible Alternatives
Participants will learn about Snoezelen, a multisensory philosphy that uses an environment designed to encourage exploration. The creation and use of sensory environments will be explored, including how to use lights, music, tactile experience, and vibration. Examples of how to structure the day and classroom/home for success, as well as providing sensory experiences outside the sensory room will be discussed.
About the Presenter: Susan McKinley is the director and founder of Tangible Alternatives– a company that works with individuals with special needs and their caregivers to provide quality-of-life services and opportunities. She has worked with individuals with special needs for over 20 years in residential, community and school settings. Her educational background includes degrees in education for children with mental, physical, and behavioral special needs, including autism. She is also a licensed massage therapist.
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March 9, 2012, Akron, Ohio
FREE Conference, FREE Lunch
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders
To Register for March 9th Click Here https://www.research.net/s/QZR3C6G
There are no CEUs available for this session but we will give certificate with contact hours
Presenter: Dr David Meichenbaum, Licensed Clinical Psychologist,
Director of Community Consulting & Clinical Services, Summit Educational Resources, Buffalo, New York
Dr. David Meichenbaum is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of pervasive developmental and disruptive behavior disorders. He is the Director of Community Consulting & Clinical Services at Summit Educational Resources in Buffalo, New York. He received his doctorate of philosophy in Clinical Psychology from University at Buffalo, SUNY, and completed his pre-doctoral internship at Duke University.
Topic: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders: Critical Considerations for Fostering Independence, Reducing Challenging Behaviors, and Building Social Skills
Time: 9:30 – 3:00 Lunch Provided at No Charge
This comprehensive workshop is designed to provide evidence-based treatment strategies and tools for Autism Spectrum Disorders from early intervention to addressing ASD in educational settings. Through case-studies, video clips, audience participation and group activities, Dr. Meichenbaum presents practical strategies and applied tools that can be implemented immediately and utilized in their daily interactions and practice. Participants will leave with a framework for fostering independence, developing social skills, and reducing maladaptive behaviors and working collaboratively with team members.
A full day of intensive training experience for parents and educators who want to increase their knowledge and acquire specific intervention skills to maximize the success of their children with autism and severe behavioral challenges.
Through the use of scientific-based strategies and practical, hands-on training, Dr. Meichenbaum gives the audience the key to unlocking the potential of children with autism spectrum disorder and severe behavioral challenges.
Akron General Health and Wellness Center West
4125 Medina Road, Akron, Ohio 44333
330-665-8092 / 330-665-8096
Fax: 330-665-8091
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For more information on Dr. Meichenbaum click here: https://cart.summit-education.com/cart/jsp/course.jsp?
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Hold the Date - November 27, 2012
10th Annual Partnering for Progress Conference at Crowne Plaza Columbus
North Hotel
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Ohio Dept of Education State Complaints and Due Process Database
These databases are made available to provide the public with information regarding complaint investigation results and due process hearing decisions related to students with disabilities. The databases contain letters of findings and due process hearing decisions issued since October 21, 2009. Click Below.
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Sign Up For OCECD's Trainings by Clicking on the Trainings Tab Above. Here is a highlight of trainings coming soon!
Face to Face Trainings and Informational Fairs:
Feb 8, 10-12, Evaluation, Akron; Feb 9, 5-7, Rights, Portsmouth;
Feb 11, 9-3, Transition Expo, Independence; Feb 11, 9-11:30, Eval/Rights, Columbus; Feb 11, 12:30-3, IEPs, Columbus;
Feb 16, 6-8, Rights, Newark; Feb 16, 6-8, Taking the Sting Out of Behavior, Fremont; Feb 22, 9-11, Rights, Northfield; Feb 23, 6:30-8:30, Behavior Focused IEPs, Independence.
Regional Trainings:
March 2, Sensory & AT, Piketon, Pike Co; March 9, 2012, Dr David Meichenbaum on Autism in Akron; March 22, Lavoie in Urbana; March 20, Lavoie in Sardinia (Adams County); August 7th Lavoie in Mercer County. Additional 2011-12 regional trainings are being planned and scheduled.
Webinars:
We currently are not offering webinars. Check our Training Calendar on this site under the Trainings Tab and then Training Calendar on the right hand side of the page for local or regional trainings in your area.
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OCECD Parent Library
Welcome to the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities’ State Parent Library. The library serves as a resource for parents of children with disabilities in the state of Ohio, who have children from birth through age 26. Library services are provided at no cost to both parents and professionals.
Library materials may be borrowed for a period of one month. A self addressed and stamped mailing envelope or container will be provided for returning materials when materials are shipped. We offer books, videotapes, and DVDs on topics related to special education for children and youth with disabilities. Information published by OCECD or reprints of articles will be shipped with no return needed. These materials are for parents to keep for future reference.
In order to use the Parent Library, you first must set up an account by clicking on the link below to download the PDF application. Please mail, fax or email your completed application back to OCECD. Once your application has been processed and your account has been established, we will notify you via email or mail.
To borrow materials from the Parent Library, click on the L4U Library System link below. This will give you access to the Library’s L4U internet catalog where you can locate and place materials in your book bag. OCECD will check material requests each business day.
Download PDF Application
For assistance with the application or the library, please contact Martha Lause, Librarian, at 800-374-2806 or 740-382-5452 ext. 20.
Ohio Coalition Launches a New Web Portal
OCECD has launched a new web portal that we hope you will find user-friendly. Click through the site and let us know if you like it and if you have suggestions. Please contact Lee Ann Derugen, Webmaster at leeannd@ocecd.org If you are a parent needing assistance, call Martha Lause at 800-374-2806 ext 20 or email her at ocecd@ocecd.org.
Disability Definitions
The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities' defintions for service under IDEA 2004 and Section 504.