2016 Together We Can Learn Conference

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Families Together, Inc. has been hosting Together We Can Learn Conference since 1985. These conferences have proven to be a great means of disseminating important and timely information to parents and professionals. The goal for our Together We Can Learn Conference is to bring parents of children with disabilities together with professionals working with children with disabilities in the interest of inclusion and community. This conference brings in a nationally known keynote speaker, along with several breakout session speakers from various agencies across the state of Kansas to speak on a wide range of topics relevant to parents and professionals alike. Stephen Hinkle - The Hidden Curriculum of School Strategies for teachers and parents to help people with autism and other special needs face social challenges. Learn strategies and tips for teaching the skills needed for children and students which aren’t taught in school, like how to be involved in school spirit activities, lunchtime fun activities, after school activities, visual and performing arts, the games played at recess, school dances, making friends, etiquette, and more. Sean Smith - TECH Tools & Strategies This keynote will focus on technology-based solutions (low, mid, and high tech) as well as ways family members can further enhance their involvement in the identification, implementation, and evaluation of technology tools to assist their son or daughter with a disability. Discover how technology can reduce a student’s reliance on parents, siblings, friends and teachers, helping foster not only access to the general education curriculum but also improving self-esteem. Breakout Topics Include: Education Track Behavior Celebrating Employment Panel Virtual schools and students with disabilities Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Special Healthcare Needs Track Mental Health First Aid Speech and Hearing Youth Track Self-determination iTransition and iHealth

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Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.

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