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Hello Autism Email Update List and Friends,
If you wish to be removed from this update email list, please reply to me and you will not receive future updates or webinar invitations.
I hope your year is wrapping up safely and the transition to summer is positive.
Please pass along the opportunities for families, students, and educators (section below) as there are many exciting opportunities happening around the state this summer.
If you quickly look at three things in this email please check out:
1) Scholarship Opportunity for Students and Educators (attachments in google folder)
There is still one week left to apply for Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin’s two $500 scholarships.The first, called the Jacob Trotter Memorial Scholarship, is for a student diagnosed on the spectrum, who is pursuing a college degree. The second, called the Kadane Foundation Scholarship, is for someone seeking a degree of study or college credit related to serving those with ASD. The deadline to apply for these scholarships is May 30th. Applications are attached. For more information, here's a link to our website www.autismsouthcentral.org.
2) FREE Transition Community of Practice on ASD/DD MeetingTools for Transition: Learn them Early, Use them for Life May 28th in Madison
We are excited to announce that registration is open for the May 28th CoP ASD/DD meeting. We will be at Madison College in Madison from 8:30-2:30 in the Health Education Building. Our topic is:
Register today at: www.uwmadison.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6sshGFaM2cCAETz If you have trouble registering, please call Tim Markle at (608) 261-6879 or email him at [email protected] .
More information can be found at https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/future_meetings.php and on the attached flyer. Please forward the flyer on! 3) Opportunities for Youth with Disabilities and Parents
Summer 2015 Youth Leadership Summit ApplicationsApplications are being accepted now for Summer 2015 Youth Leadership Summit (YLS). Presented by WI FACETS and Independence First, YLS is in its 11th year. YLS is a FREE week-long leadership and self-advocacy event for high school students with disabilities. The focus is on the importance of these skills in facing life with a disability after high school. Sessions cover employment, college options, money management and healthy relationships in a fun, interactive way.
Students may attend the YLS from July 13-17 at the Mequon Nature Preserve. The YLS is held from 10-4 daily. Participants who complete the full week receive a $100 stipend. Breakfast, lunch & afternoon snack are provided. Space is limited to 25 youth per Summit. For an application: Matthew Zellmer, WI FACETS’ Transition Specialist, [email protected] or 877-374-0511.
WI FACETS is recruiting for Volunteer Parent Leader program
NEW PARENT LEADER ORIENTATIONSSaturday June 6, 2015 in Wausau, WI OR Saturday June 13, 2015 in Milwaukee WI
WI FACETS is seeking for individuals to join its Volunteer Parent Leader (VPL) Program. The deadline for applications is Wednesday May 27, 2015.For more information on how to become a Parent Leader or to sign up for the upcoming orientations for new Parent Leaders contact Nelsinia Wroblewski, WI FACETS VPL coordinator at [email protected] or (414) 374-4645.
Take care,Daniel
Below you can Hyperlink to the Following Sections
1. Important Updates and Timelines
2. Shared Google Doc Folders (Updated)
3. Current Professional Development / Trainings
4. Ongoing Training Links
5. Opportunities and Information for Students, Families, Educators
6. New Resources and Information (Autism/General, DPI, Family Engagement)
7. Archived Resources to Check Up on and View Again (Daniel’s Top Picks)
Archived Sections Now Stored in Google Documents
8. Archived Resources (DPI / State / Dept of Ed)
9. Archived Resources (Classroom Instruction)
10.Archived Resources (Family Engagement)
11.Archived Resources (Informational Web Sites, Articles, Podcasts, Webinars and Videos)
12.Parent / Family Support Organizations
1) Important DPI Autism Updates and Timelines (back to top)
Updated Archived DPI Autism and Family Engagement Webinar Registration
We have updated the process for accessing recorded webinars for autism and family engagement (WSPEI webinars). Now you can receive the webinar link automatically after requesting specific webinars. In addition, we hope to have the guides and video links completed for a few additional recorded webinars by June.
Registration at: http:///tinyurl.com/wdpi-spedwebinar-request
2014-15 Two Day Autism Training Registration 1 Training Left!
Reduced Price! 2 Day Trainings in 2014-15 now only $100!!!
NEW TRAINING! From Self Advocacy to Self Determination: June 23-24, 2015, Green Bay
Kate McGinnity, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, and Judy Endow are Trainers.
For all trainings, Registration on the DPI autism web page: http://sped.dpi.wi.gov/sped_autism
DPI Autism Page Updated with 2015-16 Two Day Autism Training Flier and Registration
Check out updated links to state and national resources as well as the new 2 day autism training schedule for 2015-16. http://sped.dpi.wi.gov/sped_autism
2) Shared Google Doc Folders (Updated) (back to top) In an effort to reduce file attachments, I have put together 3 google document folders which contain information on the following:
1) Shared Trainings and Professional Development for Students with Autism In Wisconsin: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3vTxXOQ1jR9OHBYRnA4TkNRUEE&usp=sharing This folder will hold fliers for professional development around Wisconsin 2) Shared New Autism Resources: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3vTxXOQ1jR9ZF9UalM4VThVS3c&usp=sharing This will be new information each time I send a new email update (about once every 1-3 months) 3) Shared Archived Autism Resources: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3vTxXOQ1jR9VzRxLW42R0JYd00&usp=sharing Any documents I have shared in the past with email distribution lists and are still relevant. This folder is broken into “autism resources”, “DPI and Dept of Education”, “Family Engagement”, and “General Education Resources” Some people have difficulty with Google Doc Technology. Here are a few tips.1) Use Chrome or Firefox browser2) Cut/paste or click on link to google doc3) Depending on your browser, you may need to click around to open it up. Typically, most browsers now show a "preview" page, but if you print this, it only prints part of the document. To get the full document, find a button called "open" or "download" or dropdown menu under file and then download or open.
3) Autism Related Professional Development Opportunities (back to top) Rescheduled May 13th: WSEMS Parent Friendly IEP Webinar (Rescheduled for Fall 2015 – date tbd)We will have guests from WI FACETS and CESA 7 to discuss the new presentation on parent friendly and productive IEP meetings. The purpose of this webinar is to review the new powerpoint presentation resource and discuss how it can be used by anyone interested in providing professional development to educators on how to conduct parent friendly IEPs. Registration to this webinar will be sent out to the family engagement and autism general update email list.
May 28, Tools for Transition: Learn them Early, Use them for LifeMadison College, Truax CampusThe Community of Practice on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities, Transition Improvement Grant, Madison College, and WI Community on Transition is sponsoring this free meeting and PD event.For more information: http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/future_meetings.php
June 15 and 16, Oconomowoc Area School District Autism Summer InstituteOconomowoc High SchoolPresented by Kate McGinnity, members of Oconomowoc School District Autism Resource Team, OASD Students and Keynote by Grace Keegan and Max McKeough.Focus on Supporting New Behavior!To Register Visit:https://oconomowoc.revtrak.net/tek9.asp?pg=products&grp=17
June 15 - 17, Walking the Four Directions: A Traditional View of DisciplineBad River Convention Center, UW Highway 2, Odanah, WIThis is a 3 day workshop on using the medicine wheel to develop strength based techniques when working with tribal youth.More information and registration at: http://www.thenetworkwi.com/calendar/
June 23-24, 2015, From Self Advocacy to Self DeterminationWDPI Two Day Autism TrainingRadisson, Green BayKate McGinnity, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, and Judy Endow are Trainers.For all trainings, Registration on the DPI autism web page: http://sped.dpi.wi.gov/sped_autism
July 27-28, Utilizing the Ziggurat Model and CAPS Collaboratively to Provide Comprehensive Programming for Students with ASDSt. Matthews New Life Church, 7564 Cottage Grove Road, Madison WIDr. Ruth Aspy presenting. Sponsored by Common ThreadsRegister at www.commonthreadsmadison.org
July 27-29, 2015, 22nd Annual Inclusion InstituteWestwood Conference Center, WauasauMichael Remus keynote July 28 and Katherine and Ben Perreth Keynote on July 29.Flier in google folder.
Information & Registration is available at: www.BeloinandBrandl.com
July 29 and 30th. Autism, Inclusion and Technology InstituteNew Richmond High School is hosting Autism, Inclusion and Technology InstitutePresented by Kate McGinnity, Sharon Hammer, and Lisa LadsonContact Julie Klaeser, [email protected] for more informationMore information at: www.icc-wi.org
August 5-6, Kettle Moraine Autism Summer InstituteAurora Medical Center, Summit WIKate McGinnity and Max McKeough, (college freshman with autism), KMAST members and students from KMHS Presenters.Questions: Please contact Student Services at 262-968-6300, ext. 5342 or ext. 5343Register online by going to www.kmsd.edu/summerautisminstitute
August 6, Differentiated Instruction to Meet the Needs of Diverse LearnersOak Creek Community Center, Oak Creek WI (8:30 am to 3:30 pm)Sponsored by Autism Society of Southeastern WisconsinParticipants will learn the differences between adaptations, modifications and accommodations and their effective use. Julie Arens, Lynn Brusnahan, Barb Christensen, Rosemary Gardner, Jessica Lowney, Mary Graczyk McMullen presenters.Registration and information at: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eawog7l1423b021c&llr=etct7zcab
August 10-11, 2015 Intellectual Disabilities ConferenceMadison at the Crowne Plaza Hotel
Please join us at the annual Intellectual Disabilities (formerly Cognitive Disabilities) Conference. This DPI conference is for K-12 teachers of students with intellectual disabilities, general education teachers, principals, directors of special education, parents and other interested educators. The theme for this year’s conference is Literacy. Day one will include keynote presentations from Dr. Barbara Van Haren and Kay Guberud, with afternoon literacy strands for leadership personnel and educators working with general and alternate reading curriculum. Day two will include sectionals on Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Assistive Technology (AT) and literacy, next generation IEPs, working with parents to support literacy, and developing classroom materials to use to teach literacy. Day two will end after lunch. There will be an optional training on the new Intellectual Disabilities (ID) rule open to all attendees. We are encouraging teams of teachers (general and special education) and administrators to come, share and learn together. To register please follow the link below.
Registration available at: https://www.regonline.com/register/checkin.aspx?MethodId=0&eventsessionId=e7a0e2e505f14dc9ad68ca6624e75ede&eventID=1707561Contact Mare Schenk, [email protected] or Molly Bever [email protected] for more information.
August 10-12 Wisconsin Association for Behavior Analysis (ABA) Conference Keynote Michael Perone, West Virginia University
Workshops include . . . William Ahern, Ph.D., BCBA-D: Feeding problems in children with developmental disability and autism: From useful assessment to effective treatment.
Troy Fry, MA, BCBA and Patrick McGreevy, Ph.D. BCBA-D: Essential for Living: Assessment and curriculum for children and adults with moderate-to-severe disabilities, including, but not limited to, autism.
Mike Miklos, MS, BCBA and Dr. Amiris DiPuglia: Treatment fidelity procedures and school based autism support programs
More information go to: http://www.wisaba.org/Registration go to: https://www.regonline.com/wisaba2015
October 12 and 13, 2015, Special Education Conference – Now Accepting Proposals Submissions accepted through July 24, 2015Presenters notified by August 7, 2015Possible topics may include: Assistive Technology, transition, self-directed IEPs, classroom management, facilitating IEP team meetings, functional behavioral assessments, team teaching, collaborating with parents and common core standards.Go to www.EdEvents.org and click on the conference of your choice.
October 29 & 30, 2015, 2015 Wisconsin Statewide Transition Academy Wilderness Glacier Canyon Conference Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 New this year – the Transition Academy will be a TWO-DAY event and will be packed with information relating to all areas of transition. This conference is perfect for all, whether you are an agency member, teacher, paraprofessional, parent or student. This event is free. More information and registration coming soon!
November 6, 2015, Save the Date – Foro Latino4:30 to 8:00 pm, South Division High School, Milwaukee WICelebrando a las Familias de Niños con Necesidad EspecialesCelebrating Families of Children with Special Needs
November 10-11, 2015, 25th Annual Children Come First Conference Save the Date!Glacier Canyon Lodge at Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin DellsSponsored by Wisconsin Family Ties, this year’s theme is “Include Me”
November 12-13, Statewide School Based OT/PT ConferenceGlacier Canyon Lodge at the Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells Additional information regarding presenters and schedule will be posted on the conference website this Spring. Registration will open in August. http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us/programs/otptconf/
November 16 and 17, 2015, Technology Conference for Special Education – Now Accepting Proposals Submissions accepted through September 1, 2015Presenters notified by September 18, 2015
Possible topics may include: using Google apps in the classroom, iPads and apps, selecting and implementing the correct assistive technology, integrating technology into the home, workplace and school environment, AT and the IEP, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, social networking for educators and students and teaching with iOSGo to www.EdEvents.org and click on the conference of your choice.
December 3-4, 2015, Across the Lifespan Conference (now accepting proposals)CHULA VISTA RESORT, Wisconsin Dells, WIAcross the Lifespan Conference Call for ProposalsThe Across the Lifespan Conference will be held December 3 and 4 at Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Presentations in the areas of Assistive Technology, Special Education, Universal Design for Learning, Transition and Employment are requested. If you know of a school team or individual that would be interested in presenting, please direct them to complete the Call for Proposals by June 1st at www.atacrosslifespan.org More information at: http://www.atacrosslifespan.org/present
February 18-19, 2016, Wisconsin Transition ConferenceProposals are now being accepted for the 14th Annual Wisconsin Transition Conference on February 18 and 19, 2016 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center! Proposal submissions will be accepted through October 2, 2015.
To submit a proposal to present: Go to www.EdEvents.org and click on the Wisconsin Transition Conference. On the right side of the Wisconsin Transition Conference home page, you will
see Submit a Proposal. Click on that link to access your account. If you don't already have an account, you will need to create one. If you do have
an account just type in your email and password to access the proposal submission form. The system recognizes you by your unique email address and password combination, so be sure to use the same email address whenever you log on to EdEvents.
Complete the form and click Submit Proposal.
Presenters will be notified by October 23, 2015.
4) Ongoing Training Opportunity Links! (back to top)
Wisconsin Special Education Professional Development Calendar Now LiveThis project was funded through the State Professional Development Grant and is also funded and supported by WSPEI. We hope this calendar helps families and educators find professional development and information through the calendar’s unique ability to filter by topic, region, disability, and organization. The WI SPED PD Calendar also links to Wisconsin’s Education Calendar at DPI.http://calendar.wspei.org/index.php
Check out Recorded Webinars from Illinois’ Parent Training and Information Center “Family Matters”This group has several recorded webinars which may be of interest to families and educators available for FREE on many topics to assist students. Topics include “Creating Positive Behavioral Change”, “Teaching Teens and Adults how to Interact Safely with Police”, “Using Technology to Access General Education Curriculum”, “Being Your Child’s Reading Coach”, and “Drawing a Blank [evidence based strategies to assist students with autism with reading comprehension]”Family Matters recorded Webinar site: http://www.fmptic.org/recordings/family-matters-recordings
Community of Practice on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities – Current Trainings and Networking OpportunitiesThe CoP ASD/DD has 3 free meetings a year as well as posts several local, regional, and statewide information on their web site.For main page go to: https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/Community.php For list of upcoming PD / Networking / Resources go to: https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/currentinterests.php Autism Society of Wisconsin Trainings: Check out Professional Development and Support Groups at Autism Society of Wisconsin (ASW). ASW also has links to regional Autism Society Chapters across Wisconsin which hold regional events, support groups, and professional development opportunities. http://www.asw4autism.org/
Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin Trainings and Support: Check out additional Parent and Educator Professional Development, Support Groups, and Sibshop opportunities at Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin: http://www.assew.org/category/educational-programs/
Early Childhood Seminar SeriesFlier in google doc. Talks on a variety of Early Childhood topics including “Effects of Autism on Family Routines (Feb 17)”, “Functional Assessment and Positive Support to Address Challenging Behavior in Young Children (March 17)”, and “Social Influences on Infants’ and Children’s Food Preferences and Eating (April 21)”. For more information, contact : Joan Ershler, 262.4718 or [email protected] Noddings Eichinger, 890-0144 or [email protected]
Parents United Trainings in Pewaukeehttp://parentsunitedwi.org/
Parents United is a consortium of school districts to provide high quality speakers on a wide variety of educational topics. Open to parents and professionals, the programs are offered both during the day and in the evening. Go to web site for participating districts.
WI FACETS Free Phone Workshops for Families and Educators and Other Trainings (New Training Schedule Now Available for 2015! – in google folder)Information and registration information at: http://www.wifacets.org/training
TIG (Transition Improvement Grant Trainings). The Transition Improvement Grant website has a new feature: Request a Training. If your local educational agency, school, or organization would like free high-quality professional development in the area of postsecondary transition, visit the grant website: www.wsti.org and click “Request Training” at the top of the page and fill out and submit the request form. Use this URL to view a description of available training opportunities: http://wsti.org/assets/wsti/requesttraining/images/TIG_Request_for_Training.pdf.
Disproportionality Technical Assistance Network *(DTAN) TrainingsDTAN is a grant through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Special Education team. Several trainings on culturally responsive practices which can assist educators in decreasing disproportionality and improve students outcomes are available throughout the year. (updated calendars in google drive).More information at: http://www.thenetworkwi.com/
FREE Transition Information Night for Families in CESAs Statewide – Your Child Can Work!WSPEI and TIG have partnered again this year to provide a free informational night on the topic of Special Education Transition in each CESA in 2015. The “Your Child Can Work” trainings will highlight representatives and information from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), the Wisconsin Statewide Parent Educator Initiative (WSPEI), and the Transition Improvement Grant (TIG). Registration is available at the TIG web site calendar: http://www.witig.org/calendar.html Find the date on the attached calendar for your CESA and click on the “Your Child Can Work” training. Please pass along this opportunity to families and interested educators in your districts and schools.
RTI/PBIS Center trainings: Check out updated Wisconsin RTI/PBIS Center trainings on topics such as Culturally Responsive Classroom Practices, Universal Reading and Math Instruction, and Coaching Trainings.http://www.wisconsinrticenter.org/http://www.wisconsinpbisnetwork.org/
Waisman Center Connections Selected Upcoming Events This web site lists many additional training, workshop, and professional development opportunities.https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/currentinterests.php
5) Opportunities and Information for Students, Families, and Educators (back to top) Anything stating “attached” will be found in the google documents.
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New Support Group for Spanish Speaking Families The Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin invites you to spread the word about a new support group for Spanish speaking families. Fliers in google documents.Circulo de Padres/Circle of Parents . Last Tuesday of every monthFirst group started April 28th from 5:30-7pm, 1712 S. 32nd St., Milwaukee (Walker complex building) Group will be facilitated by Daysi JiménezIf you have questions or would like more information, you can contact Daysi Jiménez at 414-988-1273 or via email [email protected]
NEW! Racine Area Support GroupThe Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin invites you to spread the word about a new support group for Racine families Last Tuesday of every month. Group started April 28, 2015 at 9:30am-11:30 am. At McDonalds on Hwy 20 and I-94 next to Kwik Trip in Racine Group will be facilitated by Julie Lucci
Summer Meals – Family Communication NeededThe DPI is asking schools to help connect families with free summer meal programs, as statistics show not all children who could benefit are taking advantage of these services.http://dpi.wi.gov/news/dpi-connected/summer-meals-%E2%80%93-family-communication-needed
KASA Advisory Board Seeking Young Persons Interested in Self AdvocacyAre you or do you know a young person, age 13-26, with a disability interested in self advocacy and self-determination? We are currently seeking young people who are connected to an advocacy or youth group in their community, state or another national organization and/or who are willing to make a commitment to do so. If interested, please consider submitting an application (attached) to join the KASA Advisory Board. Please send your completed application to the attention of Bev Baker at [email protected]. Family Voices web site: http://www.familyvoices.org/
KASA is a youth run disability rights organization that hopes to change the systems we as young people with disabilities live in. We do this by sharing materials and information aimed at educating others about the rights that people with disabilities have, and encouraging youth to become involved in their communities. KASA has materials covering a variety of topics including how to save for college, living on one’s own, voting, volunteer service, disability pride and more. These materials were written by KASA board members. KASA Board members represent diversity in race and ethnicity, skills, experience, and geographic location. Some KASA members have provided training on different aspects of disability all across the country.
Common Threads has been selected as one of the top 200 out of 4000 submissions to receive a $25000 grant.
Common Threads is one of the top 40 out of those 200 to get the most likes to win this grant!
If you want to help common threads get this grant you can vote for them on facebook here https://www.state-assist.com/cause/1501729/meaningful-employment, The grant would allow Common Threads Family Resource Center in McFarland to teach young adults with special needs career skills and daily living skills in food service. The grant would help build a licensed kitchen that would be used for training young adults on the autism spectrum and help with transition from school into the community. The kitchen would operate as a catering business, offering additional learning about planning events, customer service, money handling and budgeting, time management and working with others. Our organization strives to improve the lives and welfare of people in our community, and we can further that mission by rallying together and encouraging others to join us in support by voting.
College Readiness Summer ProgramCheck to see if space is still available for Mansfield Hall (in Madison’s) college readiness summer program. The College Readiness Program focuses on the necessary skills for succeeding in college, while emphasizing our four core approach– learning, living, giving, and engaging. Students will explore their strengths and develop strategies to overcome their challenges. Students attending the program will take one to two college courses, while living in either Burlington, VT, or Madison, WI, two of the most vibrant college towns in the country.
More information at: (877) 205-3785 or at [email protected]://mansfieldhall.org/
Summer Math InstitutesRegistration is about to close for several mathematics institutes around the state this summer that are highly recommended by the DPI and state mathematics education organizations.http://dpi.wi.gov/news/dpi-connected/mathematics-summer-institutes
Information Below Still Relevant Since Last Update
Summer Camps for Students with AutismiCan Bike Program - This June in Elkhorn and Cedarburg! ElkhornFrom June 15-19, iCan Shine's Bike program will be at Lakeland School in Elkorn to teach individuals with disabilities how to ride a conventional bike and become a lifelong independent rider. For information on the program as either a rider or volunteer, call the office at 414-988-1260. Applications for both riders or volunteers, can be found here: iCanShine-Elkhorn- rider or ICanShine- Elkhorn- volunteer CedarburgFrom June 22-26, iCan Shine's Bike program will be in Cedarburg at the Columbia St. Mary's Center home of the Milwaukee Curling Club. The Cedarburg camp is co-sponsored with the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW). For information
on the program as either a rider or volunteer, you can find the forms by following these links:.iCanShine-Cedarburg- rider or iCanShine- Cedarburg- volunteer
For more Summer Groups for Students with Autism check out ASSEW Events at: http://www.assew.org/
Special Olympics of Wisconsinhttp://www.specialolympicswisconsin.org/sports/
Easter Sealshttp://camp.eastersealswisconsin.com/content/high-functioning-autism-program
Wisconsin Lions Camphttp://www.wisconsinlionscamp.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Camp-Brochure.pdf
Exceptional Kids Yoga Project (Madison, WI)Heather Hazelwood is a co-founders of Exceptional Kids Yoga Project. We are a local Madison, WI start-up and offer yoga classes to children with developmental disabilities and their families, free of charge. You can learn more about us at our facebook page,www.facebook.com/ekypmadison and on our website, www.ekyp.org. Also, this video gives you a great sense of what our classes are like - http://youtu.be/7RYHAwA_4GM. We are completely volunteer-run and hold fundraisers / events to cover expenses and keep our classes free. We are a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Reading Programs for Children and Young Adults through Marquette University College of Professional Studies. Programs from 4 year old through adults offered in Appleton, Brookfield, Burlington, Glendale, Green Bay, Greendale, Kenosha, Madison, Milwaukee, West Bend, and other locations throughout the area. Call (800) 964-8888 for more information.
For more camp resources contact WI First Step: http://www.referweb.net/mchh/
Summer 2015 Youth Leadership Summit ApplicationsApplications are being accepted now for Summer 2015 Youth Leadership Summit (YLS). Presented by WI FACETS and IndependenceFirst, YLS is in its 11th year. YLS is a FREE week-long leadership and self-advocacy event for high school students with disabilities. The focus is on the importance of these skills in facing life with a disability after high school. Sessions cover employment, college options, money management and healthy relationships in a fun, interactive way.
Students may attend the YLS from July 13-17 at the Mequon Nature Preserve. The YLS is held from 10-4 daily. Participants who complete the full week receive a $100 stipend. Breakfast, lunch & afternoon snack are provided. Space is limited to 25 youth per Summit. For an application: Matthew Zellmer, WI FACETS’ Transition Specialist, [email protected] or 877-374-0511.
Wisconsin PromiseWisconsin Promise is a new federal demonstration grant from the USDOE for youth ages 14, 15 and 16 years old receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). All youth and families who enroll will receive two $15 gift cards to Wal Mart, Pick n Save or Target. Half of the youth will continue to receive services as usual (the services they currently receive will not change). The other half of enrolled youth will receive access to
Wisconsin Promise Services and a computer tablet. Services include career exploration and planning, job development and placement, on-the-job supports, work incentives benefits counseling, financial training and coaching, social skills training, and self- and family advocacy training.
Wisconsin Promise Services are provided through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) to both the youth and their family members to help achieve their employment and education goals. Under this grant, schools, mental health programs, long term care programs, vocational rehabilitation programs, and child welfare programs are all working together to support youth and families.
Because the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is a main PROMISE partner, the DPI Special Education Team is highly involved and we strongly support the work of the PROMISE program. We ask that you share information about Wisconsin Promise with the youth who are 14, 15 or 16 years old who are receiving SSI and their families.
For youth and families, a one page Wisconsin Promise You Can Work flier (http://promisewi.com/download/share/YouCanWork.pdf).
Enrollment materials are at http://promisewi.com/enroll/. If youth or family members need help with enrollment materials or are unsure if they are eligible for Wisconsin Promise they can contact Erin Johnson, the Promise Intake Attendant, toll free at 1-855-480-5618 or by email at [email protected].
University of Wisconsin Stout – Certificate in Autism Spectrum DisorderUW Stout offers a certificate program on autism spectrum disorder.Flier in google document. For more information contact Esther Gieschen [email protected], (715) 394-8529. New College Course – Developing Sensitivity Towards Children with AutismJess Lawinger and Shannon Prosch are offering a 3 credit course through IGS and Silver Lake College. The emphasis of this course will be placed on developing an understanding and sensitivity towards children on the autism spectrum. This will assist teachers in implementing simple adjustments throughout their classroom, and teaching, to make it more autism friendly. A focus of this course will be to help teachers be more confident by learning evidenced-based strategies and supports when working with students on the autism spectrum in an inclusive classroom setting. The knowledge that participants gain will be easily applied to all students' learning. This course will offer perspectives from a variety of viewpoints including parents and/or a person diagnosed with autism, teachers, and therapists. Along with guest speakers, information will be provided through videos, internet modules, lectures, books, whole group discussions and peer presentations. Course participants will leave with a variety of resources for continual use and reference. There are 3 ways to enroll for this course: Website: www.attendigs.com, Email: [email protected], Call: Sherry Mills @ 1-877-447-7895.
Here is the link to our Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-is-for-A-U-T-I-S-M/1494820154111788
Marquette PEERS 18-26 Year OldsAdults with autism spectrum disorder, aged 18- 26 years old, who speak in full sentences, are needed for a research study investigating how intervention affects the brain. Adults will be assessed while receiving the Program for the Education and
Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS) intervention at Marquette University. Intake and follow-up assessments will include several behavioral tests, and non-invasive measures of heart rate and brain activity (EEG: electroencephalogram). Sixteen PEERS group therapy sessions will be held weekly at Marquette University. PEERS sessions will be provided at no charge to eligible families, and families will be provided with free parking. If you wish to participate or have any questions regarding the study, please contact either Amy Vaughan Van Hecke, Ph.D., or Alana McVey at 414-288-4438, or [email protected].
6) NEW Resources and Information (back to top) Anything stating “attached” will be found in the google documents.
Autism and General Resources (NEW)(back to top)
Allies in Autism Education UpdateThe Allies in Autism Education partnership celebrated as our first cohort of teams concluded their three-year AAE journey! These educators shared their experiences and wisdom with other teams from around the state at a poster fair highlighting their work. The AAE currently partners with 47 districts in Wisconsin, and has helped over 300 educators increase the capacity within their districts to instruct students with autism spectrum disorders.
If you are interested in more information, see http://www.cesa6.org/products_services/specialeducationservices/alliesinautismeducation.cfm or contact Ellen Franzone at [email protected].
Here's the link to some pictures: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8untXA8aWpXfnI4ejFfellrLVpaYkozWG9fTDZlRWkzZTFJT3dQZGk1ekVISEktTWhYOTA&usp=sharing
Information on Changes to ASD Treatment BenefitInformation from the Autism Community of Practice on the Upcoming Changes to the ASD Treatment Benefit from our partners in DHS. https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/currentinterests.php on
Mansfield Hall blog: http://mansfieldhall.org/blog/This blog from the Mansfield Hall program (a program which helps support students with autism and Asperger’s for life in college) has some interesting reflections and information on how we can assist students with autism to prepare and be successful for life in college. Topics include academic skills, civic engagement, college integration, community building, independence, life skills, and social skills.
Universal Design for Learning TipThe Simple English Wikipedia was started as a response to needs of English learners. Entries are designed to be accessible to readers who are acquiring the English language, have limited vocabularies or who are interested in only the major features of the entry. Simple English Wikipedia is used in the same way as the main Wikipedia site. Just enter your search term and get simplified results. To see a sample comparison of Simple English Wikipedia versus the main Wikipedia site, please visit http://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/universal-design-learning/Updated%20Simple%20English%20Wikipedia.pdf or to start using Simple English Wikipedia right away, please visit https://simple.wikipedia.org
The 2015 National Autism Indicators Report: Transition into Young Adulthood published by A.J. Drexel Autism Institute is now available: drexe.lu/autismindicators
Message from Anne Roux:“We hope this report will be useful for decision-makers, program planners, policymakers, and advocates. It provides a comprehensive overview of what we know
about how adults with autism are faring. But, importantly, it also highlights the amount of information we are missing. We will be producing 1-2 page fact sheets for each of the main chapters, which we think will be useful for advocacy efforts. As we endeavor to construct more useful information products, we would love to hear any feedback about what is helpful in this report and what we should consider as we create additional Autism Indicators reports. Are there specific topics for which people need additional national indicators? We have a general sense of the need for info around services and disconnection, but additional guidance is helpful in our effort to be create responsive, practical publications. This type of feedback will guide our next steps.”
DPI Information and Resources (NEW)(back to top)
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Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Toolkit
A Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan Toolkit has been released and posted to the DPI website. This toolkit is designed to provide schools a resource to guide effective practice in understanding a student’s pattern of behaviors, designing proactive interventions to address those behaviors, and ensuring fidelity to quality practice. The process of conducting a functional behavioral assessment and developing a behavior intervention plan will be used to guide this work. This toolkit draws from existing resources, and provides a comprehensive set of options for assessing student behavior and supporting behavior change.
ACP Blog, UpdatesWith Wisconsin schools required to provide academic and career planning (ACP) services to all middle and high school students beginning in 2017-18, the DPI has created ongoing resources to help educators think ahead to what this will mean.
New DPI online Interactive District MapThe Department of Public Instruction has supplemented the new 2015 printed Wisconsin Public School District map with an online interactive version at http://dpi.wi.gov/district-map .
OSEP Memo 15-08 – Letter to Delisle: Children with Disabilities with High CognitionThis memo reminds LEAs of the obligation to evaluate all children, regardless of cognitive skills, suspected of having one of 13 disabilities. OSEP continues to receive letters from those who work with children with disabilities with high cognition, particularly those with emotional
disturbance or mental illness, expressing concern that some local educational agencies (LEA) are hesitant to conduct initial evaluations to determine eligibility for special education and related services for children with high cognition. Please review the Letter to Delisle - http://www2.ed.gov/policy/speced/guid/idea/memosdcltrs/index.html?exp=2 In addition, Wisconsin’s Toolkit for Gifted Education includes examples of service plans for twice exceptional students. For more information please visit http://cal.dpi.wi.gov/cal_gift-toolkit.
More Gap-Closing Strategy Videos
Informational interviews with parents at the beginning of the year. Close relationships with local schools of education. Finely tuning one’s personal “antennae” to detect staff comfort with cultures besides their own. These are themes of new videos posted to the Promoting Excellence for All website. The videos describe how Wisconsin schools have closed achievement gaps using strategies identified by the Promoting Excellence for All: State Superintendent’s Task Force on Wisconsin’s Achievement Gap. Promoting Excellence for All presents strategies identified by 17 Wisconsin teachers and administrators as having successfully closed achievement gaps at their schools. The schools were themselves identified through a DPI data analysis as being among those with the most vigorous gap-closing history in the state. Videos can be found at http://dpi.wi.gov/news/dpi-connected/more-gap-closing-strategy-videos.
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Family Voices of Wisconsin Spring NewsletterThe Late Spring edition of the Family Voices of WI newsletter is now available online at http://fvofwi.org/publications/newsletters/
Family Leadership is our focus; what does it mean to be a Family Leader and what resources are available to educate yourself about becoming a leader in your community. Our "Did You Know" section focuses on becoming a Support Parent through Parent-to-Parent of Wisconsin.
For a hard copy of the newsletter or to be added to our mailing list contact Lynn at [email protected] or call 608-828-9959.
The current WI Family Engagement Newsletter is here! (in google doc)The topic for this month's newsletter is Mental Health.
Research to Read - “Predicting Positive Education Outcomes for Emerging Adults in Mental Health Systems of Care and “An Ecological Approach to Promoting Early Adolescent Mental Health and Social Adaptation: Family-Centered Intervention in Public Middle Schools”
Statewide Partnership – Wisconsin Family Ties Online resources for youth and families in the area of Mental Health Information about upcoming statewide trainings, workshops and conferences
The June 2015 newsletter topic is on Early Childhood. We want to include events, information, stories and resources from you! There are now 2 ways to submit contribution forms for the newsletter. You can either use the online form at http://bit.ly/WO9a39 or use the attached fillable PDF form for contributing articles, events, and resources.
April Edition of Family Engagement Newsletter (in google doc) Research to Read - "Economic Burden of Childhood Autism Spectrum
Disorders," and "Toward Innovative, Cost-Effective, and Systemic Solutions to Improve Outcomes and Well-Being of Military Families Affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder"
Statewide Partnership – The Autism Society of Wisconsin (ASW) Online resources for youth and families in the area of ASD Home-based Interventions for reading and math
February Edition of Family Engagement Newsletter (in google docs)
Family Engagement Impact Story: “Adapted Physical Education for Transition-Age Students with Disabilities.” (Thank you to Dr. Tymeson and Abbie Lee for their submission)
Research to Read “Transition Age Youth with Mental Health Challenges in the Juvenile Justice” and “Comparing the Transition Planning, Postsecondary Education, and Employment Outcomes of Students with Intellectual and Other
Disabilities System”
7) Archived Resources to Check Up on and View Again (Daniel’s Top Picks)(back to top)
Understanding Autism – A Guide for Secondary School Teachers I have previously raved about the online videos from Organization for Autism Research (OAR): http://www.researchautism.org/resources/teachersdvd.asp Now OAR has a guide for teachers which goes along with these videos. Check out the new guide at: http://csesa.fpg.unc.edu/sites/csesa.fpg.unc.edu/files/UnderstandingAutismSecondaryTeachersGuide.pdf
Updated Next Steps Resource GuideNext Steps: A Guide for Families New to Autism Spectrum Disorder created by Autism Society of Wisconsin recently updated this guide (9th edition). Includes information about autism and specific supports for Wisconsin families.Direct Link to Guide: http://www.asw4autism.org/pdf/Next_Steps_Booklet_2014_2015.pdfLink to ASW Web site: http://www.asw4autism.org/new_to_autism.html
New NPDC-ASD and AIM Resources
NPDC-ASD Identifies 3 NEW Evidence Based PracticesThe National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders (NPDC-ASD) has added 3 new evidence based practices to their current list, making 27 total!
Additions included Exercise, Modeling, and Scripting.
To see the new report go to: http://autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/sites/autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/files/imce/documents/2014-EBP-Report.pdf For a current list of evidence based practices go to: http://autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/evidence-based-practices
Autism Internet Modules: Sign up for a free account on this web site to access several videos of effective interventions for students with autism including several modules designated as Evidence Based Practices from the National Professional Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders. Several videos also include information about autism. http://www.autisminternetmodules.org/
Think College Web SiteAlthough this is not new, it is something I wanted to highlight and make sure everyone is aware of this great web site and the Think College resources /information in Wisconsin.Think College is a national effort to expand postsecondary educational opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/thinkcollege/ Consider joining the Wisconsin Community of Practice on ASD/DD: This group of family members, researchers, medical practitioners, educators, and other stakeholder meet throughout the year on a variety of topics to promote best practice and work towards solutions to improve the lives of people with ASD and other development disabilities.
The next meeting on October 11th is on Post Secondary Options and ASD/DD.More information can be found at: http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/connections/Community.php
Center on Secondary Education for Students with ASD (CSESA) Web Site and Face book Page: CSESA is a research and development project funded by the U.S. Department of Education that focused on developing, adapting, and studying a comprehensive school- and community-based education program for high school students on the autism spectrum. This project is a five-year project that brings together experts in autism, secondary education, adolescence, and implementation to work in collaboration with schools, families, adolescents with ASD, and community members.Website: http://csesa.fpg.unc.edu/ - Sign-up to stay connected on our website!Face book page: http://www.facebook.com/csesa.asd - Look for weekly discussion posts on the Face book page!
Autism at a Glance: Supporting Communication in High School Autism at a Glance: Supporting Functional Communication in High School Autism at a Glance: Depression in Adolescents with ASD
WISEDash Public Portal – A Great Source for Data on Wisconsin SchoolsThis portal will eventually be able to disaggregate statewide and district data by disability status.Launched in early October, the WISEdash Public Portal offers parents and citizens enhanced technology to view and compare public school and district data in a web-based, dashboard format.Additional information is available on the Department of Public Instruction newsroom website http://news.dpi.wi.gov/files/eis/pdf/dpinr2013_145.pdf. Visit WISEdash directly at http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov .http://wise.dpi.wi.gov/help-videos - the basic how-to for WISEdash, 3 minutes long Take care,
daniel
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