Complex Communication Needs Workshop Series
Presented By: Kathy Howery
Registration Fee:
Registration Deadline:
Course Code:
$80.00
September 15, 2017
NR.IE18.014CG
Date(s):
Session Location:
Friday, September 15, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
GPPSD Central Office
10127-120 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB
Friday, November 24, 2017
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
GPPSD Central Office
10127-120 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB
Friday, February 09, 2018
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
GPPSD Central Office
10127-120 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB
Friday, May 11, 2018
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
GPPSD Central Office
10127-120 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB
About the Session:
Keynote Speaker: Kathy Howery
Mix of theory and practical hands on activities
Answering: What is complex communication needs?
An introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communicatin (AAC)
AAC myths and facts
Supports for students who have AAC: Aided Language Stimulation and direct instruction
An introduction to literacy instruction and its importance for students who are augmented speakers
Collaboration for IPP goal development
Who is invited?
Parents
Teachers
Educational Assistants
Administrators
Support Workers
Service Providers
September 15th workshop will be held in Grande Prairie. Later dates (Nov 24, Feb 9 and May 11) will be at all the following sites
(will be updated after September 15th with exact locations):
High Level
High Prairie
Wabasca
Peace River
Slave Lake
Grande Prairie
Lunch included, please bring your morning refreshments.
About the Presenter(s):
Kathy Howery
Photography Release:
This is a public event with the likeliness of photo/video throughout the day. By attending, participants understand they may be
captured in photo or video for future presentations or promotional material development. Please see conference hosts if you prefer
to not be photographed.
Registration Notes:
The November, February and May locations will be set in the fall.