Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin

Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin

Improving the Lives of All Affected by Autism

Autism is a journey. You are not alone.

A Grandparent’s perspective

with Claire Topp
Claire is both a grandmother and a professional in educating children on the autism spectrum. She will share her family’s story and experience and offer insight and advice for parents AND grandparents alike.
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Optimistic Parenting: A Very Special Parenting Series Event

with bestselling author and behavior expert V. Mark Durand, Ph.D., University of South Florida.
Dr. Durand offers a lifeline for your family and great insight for the professionals who work with your child to help you improve your child’s behavior and approach the future with optimism and confidence. Learn how to have happier lives, less stress, and family harmony!

Learn more and register online.


Simple Visual Supports for Home Use

with Special Educators Julie Arens and Heather Eisenman
You have your calendar and “To Do” list, right?! How can you use similar, simple tools to make life easier your child to get ready for the day, go happily to bed, complete homework, limit TV and video games, or smooth the transition between school and home?
Register online now!


Annual Autism Summer Symposium on Evidence Based Practices

This three day symposium is designed for individuals who want to understand and support the growth, development and learning of individuals with autism Spectrum Disorders. This includes: special and general education teachers, birth to three staff, therapists, childcare workers, job coaches, family members and others interested in learning more about evidence based practices in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

CTED 715 (3 optional credits) - Evidence Based Practices

8:30am-4:30pm, Monday June 25 through Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Course Objectives: Develop competencies in evidence based practices and learn to evaluate, identify needs, develop goals, design interventions, monitor effectiveness and adjust programming for individuals with Autism.

Instructors:

Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan, Ph.D. is a faculty member at University of St.Thomas. Dr. Brusnahan serves on the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin Board of Directors, and parents a young adult with autism.

Mary J. Graczyk McMullen, M.S., is a highly regarded consultant/workshop leader in autism for school personnel, community agencies, professional and national organizations. She has been involved in the autism community for over 30 years. She was recently awarded the 2011 Star Award by the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin.

Tuition: $300 course fee

to register and pay by credit card, click here.

To pay by check or if an invoice is required, please download this form for printing.

School Districts:
To encourage teams to attend, if you send two participants to the course, you can send a 3rd participant free of charge. Purchase orders accepted, print out form and mail in.

3 optional graduate credits at a cost of $315 through University of St. Thomas.

Class Location: Jewish Community Center, 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd,Whitefish Bay,


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Remember, this is a journey and we are here to support you.