2023 World Autism Month Matters Summit with Dr. Kerry Magro
Suggested audience: Educators, therapists, self-advocates & family members
11:00AM-11:15AM – welcome, introduction, setting the stage (Autism 101)
To attend the introduction and this module register now here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8QT45K_DTEGIDzDkNCSBYA
- Kerry will include a short bio on his work.
- He will briefly discuss why this topic matters (definition of autism, prevalence #’s and the history of autism).
- Spotlighting positive autistic role models.
11:15-12:15PM – Module 1 – 10 Ways To Help An Autistic Person In K-12
- Discussing Individualized Education Plan best practices based on Kerry’s journey succeeding in school with a learning disability.
- How to strengthen the parent-teacher collaboration process
- How to find the right therapies (Kerry will also discussing his thoughts on Applied Behavior Analysis)
- Breaking down other key education related topics such as social skills, universal design for learning, peer mentoring and more!
12:15-12:30 – Break
12:30-1:30 - Module 2 – Self-Advocate Expert Panel moderated by Dr. Kerry Magro
To attend this module register now here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rbfPhUH7R728gRTtfhPzdA
- Local self-advocates will spotlight their stories as we also help them nurture their own self-advocacy as they get to talk about their journeys.
- Each self-advocate will answer general questions already created before opening up the rest of the presentation to Q&A from fellow students and faculty
1:30-2:00 – Lunch on your own
2:00—3:00 – Module 3 – What Happens to Autistic Children When They Become Autistic Adults?
To attend this module register now here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_46E2I3ewSVGd_6-qQ5yRiQ
- How to advocate for a transition IEP and best practices once you receive it.
- Breakdown of accommodations after 18 and what they may look like including but not limited to employment, guardianship housing, postsecondary.
- An overlook of special needs financial planning and its importance.
3:00-3:15 – Closing remarks
- Kerry will summarize what was discussed today and leave the rest of the time for Q&A.
Those who register, login and attend each of the three modules will receive a certificate of completion. (Due to the amount of registrants, personalization on certificates may not be available. If you’d like a personalization email [email protected] following the event and if time permits he’ll be glad to assist.)
When
April 21, 2023 at 10:45am - 4:45pm
Contact
Dr. Kerry Magro
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