With 1 in 68 children diagnosed with autism, accessing resources and information has become a great need, especially in rural areas. Addressing this need, on Saturday November 1st, Benedictine is sponsoring along with Pathfinders for Autism, Parents’ Place of MD and others, a free conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
Nine workshops are offered on topics such as bullying, an IEP clinic, common myths in special education, and transitioning from school to adult services.
Julie Hickey, Education Director for the Benedictine School will lead a presentation on how a residential school could be the right choice for a child with autism. Transition coordinator Laura McKenzie for the Benedictine School will discuss solutions to common challenges parents can face in navigating the transition from school to adult services. Facilitators of the many workshops offered include experts from the Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities at Kennedy Krieger, First Maryland Disability Trust, The Parents’ Place of Maryland, and McAndrews Law Firm PC.
The free event will be held at the Chesapeake College Wye Mills Campus Higher Education Center and includes continental breakfast and lunch. More information can be found on www.benschool.org under “what’s new.” Pre-registration is required at 443.330.5370.
Providing opportunity to live meaningful, productive lives in communities of choice, Benedictine helps children and adults with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, or age.
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