Building Bridges to Positive Behavior: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2024 Summer Institute: Building Bridges to Positive Behavior!
We are thrilled to welcome you to this year’s Summer Institute, where educators, support staff, and community members come together to enhance our collective efforts in fostering positive behavior and student success. Our theme, "Building Bridges to Positive Behavior," reflects our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive, and thriving learning environment for all students & staff.
Throughout the institute, you have opportunities to participate in engaging sessions, hands-on workshops, and collaborative discussions. These sessions will equip you with practical strategies, innovative tools, and valuable insights to support student behavior and personal well-being.
Whether you are here to learn about trauma-informed practices, inclusive classroom setups, assistive technology, self- regulation, or any other enriching topics, we are confident that you will be inspired and empowered to make a lasting impact on your educational community.
Thank you for joining us on this journey towards building a brighter future for our students. Let’s connect, learn, and grow together!
Warm regards,
Student Intervention Services

7:30am CDT

Resource Hub: Connect with Community Organizations

Tuesday July 16, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 217

Tuesday July 16, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 217

8:30am CDT

(Opening Session) Seeing the World Through a New Lens: A Journey of Perspective

Tuesday July 16, 2024 8:30am - 9:10am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Keynote Speaker

Rhiannon Reynolds

General Manager, Hilton Garden Inn

Tuesday July 16, 2024 8:30am - 9:10am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

9:20am CDT

Calm in Crisis: Techniques for De-escalation

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Speakers

Anna Tedder

SEDNET Region 1 Project Manager, SEDNET/FDLRS

Hi everyone! My name is Anna Tedder, and I am the Region 1 SEDNET (Multi-Agency Network for Students with Emotional/behavioral Disabilities) Project Manager and a Human Resources Dev eloper (HRD) for the Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Emerald Coast Center... Read More →

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

Behavior Strategies, Adult-Focused

Organization FDLRS
Audience Elementary, Middle, High School, Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, School Administrators, Deans, School Counselors, Itinerants, Pre-K, Support Staff
Subject Behavior Strategies

9:20am CDT

Zones of Regulation in Action: Empowering Students Through Emotional Regulation

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Discover how an STP Mentor utilizes the Zones of Regulation program in small groups and classroom lessons to significantly impact student behavior and emotional well-being across the entire school. In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies for implementing the program, create materials for immediate use, and develop an action plan to integrate these techniques into your practices for the upcoming school year.

Speakers

Sue Sorlie

Paraprofessional, Eglin Elementary

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Behavior Strategies, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Behavior Strategies

9:20am CDT

Essentials for Embedding Social Skills Development and Emotional Competencies (Pre-K)

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

This session focuses on how to be proactive by setting up a Pre-K classroom to support children's social emotional development and learn strategies to decrease challenging behaviors by identifying and understanding children's emotions.

Speakers

Liza Smith

TATS Regional Facilitator, TATS

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization TATS
Audience Pre-K, General Education Teachers, School Counselors, Paraprofessionals, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments, Behavior Strategies

9:20am CDT

Inclusive Excellence: Effective Strategies for Supporting Students with ASD in General Education Classrooms

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Inclusive Practices, Student-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Elementary, Middle, High School, Teachers, Paraprofessionals, General Education Teachers, School Administrators, School Counselors, MTSS Coordinators, Special Education Teachers, Pre-K
Subject Inclusive Practices, Inclusive Environments, Collaboration, Classroom Supports

11:00am CDT

Lunch on Your Own

Tuesday July 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

12:10pm CDT

Capturing the Data: Mastering Behavior Data Collection for Targeted Support

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Speakers

Tisha Melton

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

I am a certified teacher, Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Trauma and Resilience Specialist . I currently work as an autism consultant for the Florida State University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD).

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Behavior Strategies, Adult-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Elementary, Middle, High School, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, School Administrators, Behavior Intervention, MTSS Coordinators, Pre-K
Subject Data Collection

12:10pm CDT

The 5 B’s of Trauma - An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Classrooms (Part 1)

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Join us for a comprehensive workshop designed to deepen your understanding of trauma and its profound effects on children. "The 5 B's of Trauma" provides an essential foundation for professionals and caregivers looking to support healing and resilience in students who have experienced trauma. By the end of this workshop, participants will have a solid foundation in the impact of childhood trauma and why trauma-informed practices are a critical step toward healing. Attend Part 2 to go deeper into utilizing Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®) in the school environment.

Speakers

Mary Ann Day

Community Outreach Coordinator, The Pearl Project

Christy Wyatt

Assistant Director of Northwest Florida, The Pearl Project

Christy has her Bachelors degree in Family and Community Services from Berry College. She worked in Atlanta as a Foster Care Caseworker for 7 years with the United Methodist Children’s Home serving foster families, biological families and working in the foster care and adoption... Read More →

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Diverse Needs, Student-Focused

Organization The Pearl Project
Audience Elementary, Middle, High School, MTSS Coordinators, General Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers, Itinerants, Deans, School Administrators
Subject Mental Health, Inclusive Environments

12:10pm CDT

Collaboration Station: Create & Take Visual Supports for an Inclusive Classroom

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Join us at the Collaboration Station, a dynamic make-and-take room dedicated to creating visual supports that enhance inclusivity in every classroom. This hands-on time provides educators with the opportunity to design and produce customized visual aids, from visual schedules to behavior charts, aimed at supporting diverse learner needs. Walk away with ready-to-use materials and innovative ideas to foster a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Facilitator

Chelley DeGenarro

Behavior Interventionist, OCSD

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Inclusive Practices, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments, Behavior Strategies

12:10pm CDT

Effective Pre-K Classroom Collaboration

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

This session identifies traits for collaboration, defines the roles and responsibilities of the Pre-K classroom teacher and the paraprofessional(s), and teaches how to create and implement a plan together.

Speakers

Liza Smith

TATS Regional Facilitator, TATS

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Inclusive Practices, Adult-Focused

Organization TATS
Audience Pre-K, Paraprofessionals, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, School Administrators, School Counselors
Subject Classroom Supports, Collaboration

12:10pm CDT

FLIP It!: A Four-Step Approach to Address Challenging Behaviors

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Speakers

Anna Tedder

SEDNET Region 1 Project Manager, SEDNET/FDLRS

Tuesday July 16, 2024 12:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

Behavior Strategies, Adult-Focused

Organization FDLRS
Audience Elementary, Pre-K, Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, School Counselors, Itinerants

1:45pm CDT

Proactive Approaches: Implementing Antecedent Behavior Interventions for Positive Outcomes

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Behavior Strategies, Student-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Elementary, Middle, High School, Special Education Teachers, Teachers, Paraprofessionals, General Education Teachers, Behavior Intervention, School Administrators, MTSS Coordinators, Deans, Pre-K

1:45pm CDT

Creating Trauma-Informed Classrooms: Utilizing the three principles of TBRI in schools (Part 2)

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Join us for an insightful and practical workshop on Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®): an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs, Connecting Principles for attachment needs, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behavior. This workshop will equip educators, caregivers, and professionals with practical tools and strategies to make the educational environment a place of healing and growth for students from hard places.

Speakers

Jessica Nelson

Family Support Specialist, The Pearl Project

Jessica Nelson has her bachelor's degree in social work and is currently earning her master's degree in social work. She is a TBRI practitioner and a family support specialist for The Pearl Project. Jessica is a wife and mother of five, two of whom she adopted from the foster... Read More →

Leslie Fuller

Director of Northwest Florida TBRI Practioner, The Pearl Project

Leslie Fuller is a Niceville native. She has a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Flagler College and a Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. Leslie has experience as both a kindergarten and preschool teacher. She and her husband, Tyler, have six children... Read More →

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Diverse Needs, Student-Focused

Organization The Pearl Project
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Inclusive Environments, Mental Health

1:45pm CDT

Project Core: Enhancing Communication for Non-Verbal Students

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

Unlock the power of communication for non-verbal students with Project Core, an innovative assistive technology program that utilizes core boards. This session will guide you through the effective implementation of core boards to support and enhance communication for students who cannot communicate verbally. Learn practical strategies, explore success stories, and create materials to empower non-verbal students with a voice, fostering greater participation and inclusion in the classroom.

Speakers

Susan Moore

Staffing Specialist, Silver Sands School

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Practices, Collaboration

1:45pm CDT

Collaboration Station: Create & Take Visual Supports for an Inclusive Classroom

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Facilitator

Chelley DeGenarro

Behavior Interventionist, OCSD

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Inclusive Practices, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments, Behavior Strategies

7:30am CDT

Resource Hub: Connect with Community Organizations

Wednesday July 17, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 217

Wednesday July 17, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 217

9:20am CDT

Creating Calming Spaces: Designing Environments for Student Well-Being

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

Speakers

Anna Tedder

SEDNET Region 1 Project Manager, SEDNET/FDLRS

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization SEDNET
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Inclusive Environments, Behavior Strategies, Mental Health

9:20am CDT

Implementing TBRI Nurture Groups in the Classroom: Building Trust and Promoting Healing (EBD)

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

(Suggested for those who work with students with EBD) Join us for an engaging workshop designed to equip educators with the tools and knowledge to implement Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®) Nurture Groups in their classrooms. The goal of nurture groups is to help children gain the necessary skills to build healthy attachment: the ability to give/receive care, negotiate needs, and be their autonomous selves. Learn how to implement the six parts of nurture groups and gain practical ideas for utilizing them in school. Each participant will walk away with ten ready to use TBRI® nurture group lesson plans.

Speakers

Jessica Nelson

Family Support Specialist, The Pearl Project

Leslie Fuller

Director of Northwest Florida TBRI Practioner, The Pearl Project

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization The Pearl Project
Audience Behavior Intervention, Elementary, General Education Teachers, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Mental Health, Behavior Strategies, Classroom Supports

9:20am CDT

Structured Teaching to Promote Independence

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports

9:20am CDT

Why Did They Do That & How Can I Help?: Positive Coping Strategies for Students with Trauma

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Speakers

Heather Powell

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, OCSD

Rebecca Heald

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, OCSD

Teri Schroeder

Student Intervention Services Program Director, OCSD

As the OCSD Student Services Program Director and Mental Health Coordinator, my role is to support students and their families in ways that not only impact their academic success but also their overall well-being, including physical and mental health. I am surrounded by an amazing... Read More →

Wednesday July 17, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Itinerants, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Mental Health, Inclusive Practices

11:00am CDT

Lunch on Your Own

Wednesday July 17, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

12:10pm CDT

Mastering Effective Communication: Building Bridges with Words

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Speakers

Abraham Sculley

CEO, Speaks 2 Inspire

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Adult Resilience & Well Being, Adult-Focused

Organization Speak2Inspire
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Itinerants, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Inclusive Practices, Behavior Strategies, Collaboration

12:10pm CDT

Managing Meltdowns by Becoming a Sensory Detective

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Join us for an interactive and practical workshop designed for educators, administrators, and support staff focused on integrating sensory strategies into classroom management. This workshop will provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to create a more inclusive, supportive, and effective learning environment for all students, especially those with sensory processing challenges.

Speakers

Mary Ann Day

Community Outreach Coordinator, The Pearl Project

Christy Wyatt

Assistant Director of Northwest Florida, The Pearl Project

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization The Pearl Project
Subject Classroom Supports, Behavior Strategies, Inclusive Environments

12:10pm CDT

Structured Teaching to Promote Independence

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports

12:10pm CDT

Surviving to Thriving: Unleashing the Power of Self Regulation and Emotional Intelligence

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

Ready to move from just getting by to thriving in life? Join us for a candid discussion where we'll tackle daily challenges and explore how understanding brain states can help us respond better to tough or emotional situations. Discover practical tips for boosting self-awareness and building resilience, so you can handle whatever life throws your way with confidence and grace. Get ready to take charge of your emotional wellness and start thriving both at work and in your personal life!

Speakers

Erika Peterson

District Intervention Coordinator, OCSD

Brian Hayes

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, OCSD

Wednesday July 17, 2024 12:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Adult Resilience & Well Being, Adult-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Itinerants, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Mental Health

1:45pm CDT

Compassion Fatigue: Supporting Teachers' Well-Being

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Speakers

Anna Tedder

SEDNET Region 1 Project Manager, SEDNET/FDLRS

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

Adult Resilience & Well Being, Adult-Focused

Organization SEDNET
Audience Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Itinerants, Behavior Intervention, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Mental Health, Behavior Strategies

1:45pm CDT

Why Did They Do That & How Can I Help?: Positive Coping Strategies for Students with Trauma

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Speakers

Heather Powell

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, OCSD

Rebecca Heald

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, OCSD

Teri Schroeder

Student Intervention Services Program Director, OCSD

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Itinerants, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Mental Health, Inclusive Practices

1:45pm CDT

Collaboration Station: Create & Take Visual Supports for an Inclusive Classroom

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Facilitator

Chelley DeGenarro

Behavior Interventionist, OCSD

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Wednesday July 17, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Inclusive Practices, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments, Behavior Strategies

7:30am CDT

Resource Hub: Connect with Community Organizations

Thursday July 18, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 217

Thursday July 18, 2024 7:30am - 12:00pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 217

8:30am CDT

Opening Session:

Thursday July 18, 2024 8:30am - 9:10am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Thursday July 18, 2024 8:30am - 9:10am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

9:20am CDT

Capturing the Data: Mastering Behavior Data Collection for Targeted Support

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

Speakers

Tisha Melton

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Behavior Strategies, Adult-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Elementary, Middle, High School, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, School Administrators, Behavior Intervention, MTSS Coordinators, Pre-K
Subject Data Collection

9:20am CDT

Did Anyone Ask the Kid?: Student Collaboration in Problem Solving Behaviors

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

Unlock the potential of student-centered problem solving with Dr. Ross Greene's ALSUP (Assessment of Lagging Skills and Unsolved Problems) model in secondary education. This session emphasizes the importance of involving students directly in the problem-solving process, ensuring their voices are heard and their perspectives are valued. Educators will learn how to identify students' lagging skills and unsolved problems, and collaboratively develop effective, personalized solutions. By engaging students in this process, we foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that empowers them to take ownership of their challenges and thrive academically and socially.

Speakers

Erika Peterson

District Intervention Coordinator, OCSD

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 126

Behavior Strategies, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, MTSS Coordinators, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Behavior Strategies, Collaboration

9:20am CDT

Inclusive Classroom Setup: Designing Spaces for All Learners

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 355

Speakers

Anna Tedder

SEDNET Region 1 Project Manager, SEDNET/FDLRS

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 355

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization FDLRS
Audience Behavior Intervention, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments

9:20am CDT

Inclusive Excellence: Effective Strategies for Supporting Students with ASD in General Education Classrooms

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Speakers

Debi Cassidy

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Inclusive Practices, Student-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Elementary, Middle, High School, Teachers, Paraprofessionals, General Education Teachers, School Administrators, School Counselors, MTSS Coordinators, Special Education Teachers, Pre-K
Subject Inclusive Practices, Inclusive Environments, Collaboration, Classroom Supports

9:20am CDT

Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Ensuring Success for All Students

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Speakers

Caty Andrews

Technology Specialist, FDLRS

Catherine Andrews has worked with Emerald Coast Florida Diagnostic Learning and Resources System (FDLRS) since 2020, working with Assistive and Instruction Technology and as a Human Resource Developer. She has an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree in... Read More →

Thursday July 18, 2024 9:20am - 10:50am CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Inclusive Practices, Adult-Focused

Organization FDLRS
Audience Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, MTSS Coordinators, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Practices

11:00am CDT

Lunch on Your Own

Thursday July 18, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

12:10pm CDT

Zones of Regulation in Action: Empowering Students Through Emotional Regulation

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 460

Speakers

Sue Sorlie

Paraprofessional, Eglin Elementary

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 460

Behavior Strategies, Student-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Behavior Strategies

12:10pm CDT

Addressing Sensory Needs: Effective Supports for Students with ASD

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 836

Speakers

Tisha Melton

Autism Consultant, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 836

Diverse Needs, Student-Focused

Organization CARD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Environments, Inclusive Practices

12:10pm CDT

Project Core: Enhancing Communication for Non-Verbal Students

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 835

Speakers

Susan Moore

Staffing Specialist, Silver Sands School

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 835

Diverse Needs, Adult-Focused

Organization OCSD
Audience Behavior Intervention, Deans, Elementary, General Education Teachers, High School, Middle, Paraprofessionals, Pre-K, School Administrators, School Counselors, Special Education Teachers
Subject Classroom Supports, Inclusive Practices, Collaboration

12:10pm CDT

Reimagining the Classroom: RoboKind’s Impact on Student Engagement

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 217

Join us for an interactive session where we explore how RoboKind's social skills and phonics curriculum can enhance your special education classroom. Discover how robots and virtual avatars can support your students' social skills development with engaging, CASE-endorsed activities already in use in your schools. Additionally, we'll introduce you to our play-based, multisensory phonics program designed to make learning to read enjoyable and effective for special education students. Participate in hands-on activities and discussions, gaining practical strategies to boost student engagement and improve outcomes. Connect with fellow educators, share experiences, and gather new ideas to bring back to your classroom. Empower your teaching and inspire your students with these innovative tools!

Speakers

Chris Shaw

VP of Partnerships, RoboKind

Chelsea Jones

Director of New Partnerships, RoboKind

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 1:40pm CDT
UWF FWB Rm 217

Diverse Needs, Student-Focused

Organization Robokind
Audience Behavior Intervention, Elementary, Itinerants, Pre-K
Subject Classroom Supports

12:10pm CDT

Surviving to Thriving Pt. 2: Practice Makes Emotional Wellness

Thursday July 18, 2024 12:10pm - 3:00pm CDT

UWF FWB Rm 126

In Part 2 of Surviving to Thriving, we dive into hands-on practice to solidify the skills learned in the first session. Participants will engage in role-playing exercises designed to simulate real-life scenarios, allowing them to apply strategies for improving emotional wellness and self-awareness. Presenters will provide personalized feedback and guidance, helping participants refine their techniques and build confidence in managing difficult situations. Join us to transform your approach to challenges and continue your journey from surviving to thriving.

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