A 12-hour course that will change your strategies in approaching learning, social and behavioural challenges often associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders. HANDLE® (Holistic Approach to NeuroDevelopment and Learning Efficiency) is an effective non-drug treatment alternative for people of all ages, and for a wide range of issues, including Autism. Instructor: Valerie MacLean – Certified HANDLE Practitioner & Instructor
Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators Annual Conference Havergal College in Toronto, Canada April 23, and 24, 2010 OPENING THE DOOR TO EXCELLENCE IN MULTISENSORY TEACHING:THE ORTON-GILLINGHAM APPROACH
The Academy is holding its annual conference at Havergal College in Toronto, Canada. The program will begin Friday afternoon and will conclude early Saturday evening.
Special Feature: Saturday, April 24, – Gavin Reid, Ph.D.
Speaker: Barbara Post, Itinerant LNLD Resources Teacher, Waterloo Region District School Board
Barbara Post will outline the symptoms of Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities as well as how with the correct modifications and accommodations how children can be successful.
Heather Holden, President of LDA Halton will outline for parents what a good IEP should look like. Parents are encouraged to bring their child's IEPs as well as the assessment.
The government offers a number of financial supports to families with children with disabilities. David Muir, a tax expert will outline how families can access the Child Disability Tax Credit as well as what deductions qualify as medical deductions on income tax.
The Indian Kitchen is hosting community fundraising days - a portion of sales goes to the various charities and LDAH's evening is Wednesday, September 9th between 5 pm and 9 pm. If you would plan to attend please respond by contacting Rasoees.
