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Meaningful Programming for Students with Visual and Multiple Impairments (PD90903)
Time: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Presenters: Sara Kitchen, VI Consultant and Chris Montgomery, Deafblind Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Location: Region 20 ESC, San Antonio
Contact: http://ilearning.esc20.net ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Beginning Braille Literacy: Curriculum Review
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Stacey McKenzie, Educational Consultant, Region XI ESC
Participants will review available literacy curriculums for the beginning braille or low-vision student. Methods and adaptations for beginning literacy instruction will be explored.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Contact: Centralinformation@esc11.net or (817)740-3600. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN # 35074: What's Happening at TSBVI?
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Presenters: Bill Daugherty, Superintendent, Cyral Miller, Outreach Director, Lauren Newton, Special Programs Principal, Miles Fain, Comprehensive Programs Principal and Debra Sewell, Curriculum Coordinator, TSBVI
Are you curious about what's happening at TSBVI? Want to hear about new buildings? Exciting programs? Curriculum materials? Come join this broadcast to get the scoop on 2009-2010 at your statewide VI resource, the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
The Foundation Group: Early Childhood Leaders Meeting
Time: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Presenter(s): Lynn Sullivan, ESC Region XI and Debora Brown, ESC Region XI
District decision makers attending this series of information sessions will be provided with current scientifically based research and information to support district decision making; information to increase knowledge of reading, mathematics, science, and social studies pre-kindergarten curriculum guidelines and TEKS; and information to increase knowledge about federal, state, and local initiatives related to the education of young children, including School Readiness Integration (SRI), Reading First, Response to Intervention (RtI), and Least-Restrictive Environment (LRE).
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts; No fee for Region XI districts; $45 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact:Lynn Sullivan, lsullivan@esc11.net or (817)740-7551. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Introduction to the BrailleNote®
Time: 9:00AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Cecilia Robinson, TVI, Region 4 ESC Consultant
Learn to use the BrailleNote®, note-taker with speech and a refreshable Braille display, for students with visual impairments. Gain hands-on experience with the word processor and using editing and printing commands. File management and functions of the calendar and scientific calculator will also be addressed. participants must have a working knowledge of the Braille code. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, Tx
Fee: $35.
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, 713-744-6379 or crobinson@esc4.net
Recreation and Leisure Opportunities for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenters: Janet Brewer, Independent Consultant, Tammy Durrett, Independent Consultant, and Shelly Wright, Independent Consultant
Recreation and Leisure is an area of the Expanded Core Curriculum for the Visually Impaired. This workshop will provide practical ideas, tips, and opportunities to incorporate recreation and leisure into your student's program. Additionally, training ideas for the Sports Extravaganza as well as tips in starting a goal ball team will be provided, and more.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Region XI districts; $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Centralinformation@esc11.net or (817)740-3600. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN #35065: CVI Series Part 1 - Introduction to CVI and the Roman Assessment
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Sara Kitchen, VI Consultant, TSBVI Outreach and Lynn McAllister, Lead Teacher for Comprehensive Programs, TSBVI
This is part 1 of a 2-part broadcast that will explore the causes and characteristics of Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). General intervention strategies will be discussed briefly. Christine Roman-Lantzy’s assessment tool will be introduced.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
TETN: DARS Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Awareness Presentation
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenters: DARS/DHHS Staff
This TETN provides an overview of the services and resources available through the DARS, Division for Rehabilitative Services, Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS), including Communication Access Services, Training and Education, Interpreter Certification, and Telephone Equipment.
Contact: Centralinformation@esc11.net or (817)740-3600. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN: State Leadership Service for the Blind and Visually Impaired Network (SLSBVI) Fall 2009 Meeting
Time: 1:00-4:00 PM
Presenter: Jim Durkel, APH/Deafblind Census Coordinator, TSBVI Outreach
The State Leadership Service for the Blind and Visually Impaired Network members will meet to get updated on the Legal Framework tool kit to ensure accurate ARD documentation. The coding of assistive technology on PEIMS, APH and DB registration will be addressed. Other topics addressed include Technology Competency Needs Assessment tool, APH expired eye reports, NIMAS and NIMAC processes and other state, national and international issues related to visual impairments. Expanded Core Curriculum unique to students with visual impairments will be discussed to meet the needs in this area.
Attendance is limited to the State Leadership Service for the Blind and Visually Impaired Network members.
Region 4 ESC Orientation and Mobility Network Meeting
Time: 1:00-4:00 PM
Network with other O&M Specialists. Learn the latest rules, regulations, and methods in O&M. Share ideas, inventions, and creativity with colleagues. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Contact: Karen Crone, 713-744-6324 or kcrone@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Weatherford ISD presents Planning for the Future: Post-School Connections
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Presenter: Carla Johnson, ESC Region XI
Building relationships with the community and other professionals can be an essential part of transition planning. Parents, family members, school personnel, and other interested professionals from Parker, Palo Pinto, Hood, Somervell, and Erath and surrounding counties are invited to attend free information sessions on Microboard formation; Social Security; Medicaid Waivers and guardianship options. Representatives from area organizations, service providers and suppliers will also be available to answer questions about services and supports available for people with disabilities.
Location: Weatherford College, Weatherford, TX
Fee: $90 from non-Region XI districts; no fee for Region XI districts
Contact: Carla Johnson, cjohnson@esc11.net or 817-740-3614. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Using Corel DRAW® for Tactile Graphics Production
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Larry Schlotfeldt, Independent Consultant
Learn about creating tactile graphics such as maps, graphs, and charts using CorelDRAW® and the Tiger embosser. Participants will receive hands-on instruction to develop and edit graphics. Modifying imported and scanned images, using clip art and creating Braille labels will be addressed. Time will be allocated for practice on improving graphics, including placement of Braille to enhance maximum readability. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, Tx
Fee: $35
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, 713-744-6379 or crobinson@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
The Tiger Embosser: I've Been to the Workshops, But How Do I Make It Work for Me?
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Mary Alexander, Independent Consultant
Participants will learn the basics of using the Tiger Embosser and its features as well as trouble-shooting any issues you may be having. for those wanting more personalized assistance, the presenter will then schedule on-site technical assistance visits to help you get the Tiger working productively at you location or a cluster site.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Region XI districts; $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Centralinformation@esc11.net or (817)740-3600. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
RETN Roundtable on Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Fall Series)
4:00-6:00 PM
Students with significant cognitive disabilities served in self-contained settings have a wide range of needs. This after-school, three session distance learning series is designed to build awareness on a variety of topics, including statewide assessment requirements, the role of speech therapists in educational settings, and autism. Registration includes three 4-6 PM sessions.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts. No fee for Region XI Districts. $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact your RETN site manager to determine participation by your district. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN#514958: VI Transition Discussion Group
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Eva Thompson Lavigne, Transition Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
This TETN will focus on a discussion about Customized Employment. If you have ideas about what VI professionals in Texas might do to promote awareness and training on this topic, please join in this broadcast.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
The Building Blocks of Language: Making the Most of Every Opportunity
Time: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM
Presenter: Mindworks Resources
Language is the foundation on which all learning is built, so why not make the most of every opportunity to promote critical language skills? This session will explore how to ensure every moment is not just a teaching moment but a fun, meaningful, and interactive learning experience. From vocabulary and sequencing to following directions and critical thinking, we'll explore a wide range of ways to incorporate these critical skills into all facets of early childhood education. Join us as we build an amazing foundation on which our students can build strong language skills and academic success.
Location: Region 11 ESC, Ft. Worth
Fee: None
Contact: Jenny Katz, jkatz@esc11.net or 817-740-7581. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
2009 INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERVENER TEAM MODEL
Intervenor Team Model Training Registration (321 k)
iIntervenor Training Agenda 44kb
Sponsored by:
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Deafblind Outreach Project
Interveners have training in specialized skills related to
deafblindness, in order to provide 1:1 instructional support
(supervised by the IEP team) to students who are deafblind. To
help meet the needs of interveners in Texas, the Texas Deafblind
Project at Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is pleased
to announce:
This workshop is for those individuals who are newly assigned in the
role as an Intervener or for current Interveners who have not yet had
the opportunity to attend this introductory training. Each
intervener should attend this training with a professional member of
the educational team (ideally the classroom teacher, but this could
also be a teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing or teacher for
students with visual impairments or another professional regularly
involved with the deafblind student).
There is no registration fee for this training. Limited funds are available, as needed, to assist districts with the costs of substitutes, travel, lodging and meals.
Each team member who plans to attend this training should complete a copy of the registration form. A limited number of sleeping rooms has been reserved at the Courtyard Austin Downtown/Convention Center located at 300 East 4th Street Austin, TX 78701. After you’ve received confirmation of your registration, you will need to make your own hotel reservations; you can call the hotel directly at 1-800-331-3131. When making your room reservations, please identify the group name as “Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired”. All reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card. The deadline for room reservations and registration is September 17th, 2009. Attendance is limited and is first come, first served.
For further information and Registration, contact: Brian Sobeck at 512-206-9225; briansobeck@tsbvi.edu
Orientation and Mobility with the Trekker Breeze
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Dan Brown, HumanWare
Participants will be introduced to the Trekker Breeze and learn to use it for teaching orientation and mobility. The curriculum used by the Veteran's Affairs office will be presented in a format for students to access the technology being presented.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts or Region XI districts. $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Olga Uriegas, ouriegas@esc11.net or 817-740-7567. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Leisure Recreation and Sports Training for Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
This professional development will allow for hands-on experience of skills needed by blind and visually impaired students in order to participate in tack and field events, goal ball, and beep ball games as well as many other exercises and physical education activities. In addition, the benefits of movement, fitness, and competition for students with visual impairments will be explored. There will be some active participation so please dress in comfortable clothing.
Location: Gail Fields Recreation Center, Garland, TX
Fee: This is no registration fee for participants associated with Region 10, Out-of-Region participants pay $60 per day for the session and will be wait-listed until two weeks prior to this session. Persons outside of Region 10 must call Professional Development at 972-348-1620 to be placed on the waiting list.
Contact: Christy Householter, 972-348-1634. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Concept Development of Children Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired, Including Those with Deafblindness
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Stacey McKenzie, Consultant, ESC Region XI
The impact of vision loss on the concept development of young children and implications for learning will be discussed. Assessment and intervention strategies will be suggested. The new Oregon Project for Children who are Visually Impaired will be examined and used as a starting point for this discussion.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts or Region XI districts. $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Centralinformation@esc11.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Assistive Technology: A Guide to Assessment for Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Ike Presley, American Foundation for the Blind
Learn skills to conduct an assistive technology (AT) assessment so that students with visual impairments will have access to technology that helps them to be successful in school. In Day 1 of this training (October 1) participants will identify AT for literacy communication, accessing print and electronic information, and production of materials in alternative formats. Collaborating with the student's IEP team, the role of the teacher of students with VI, the assessment process and ways to collect data will be addressed. Day 2 (March 2, 2010) of this training will focus on using data to write the AT assessment report, including formulating recommendations that the IEP team can implement. Time will be allocated for working on case studies, reading sample AT assessment reports, and writing measurable IEP goals to address students' educational needs for AT. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, Tx
Fee: $70
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, 713-744-6379 or crobinson@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
BrailleNote Intermediate
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Dan Brown, Humanware Representative
Location: Region 13 ESC, Austin, TX
To register: http://www.esc13.net, e-campus catalog # FA0916587
Contact: Debra Leff at 512-929-5354
Teaching Literacy to Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities: Part I
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Sharon Rutherford, Consultant, Jenny Katz, Consultant, and Sherry Hauesler, Consultant, ESC Region XI
In this two-day training on literacy, teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities will explore research-based approaches to development of emergent oral and written language, phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, and writing using alternative tools. Discussion and activities will include a range of strategies, technologies, and materials that support literacy learning. Registration for Part I includes two sessions on October 1 and October 20, and covers modules 1-5 of a 10-moduleliteracy training aligned to Texas state standards that was developed for Texas teachers by Dr. Karen Erickson at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Training on Modules 6-10 will be offered in Spring 2010. Fee covers cost of professional resources.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: $40 per person from Instructional Services contract districts; $40 per person from Region XI districts; $220 per person from Non-Region XI.
Contact: Sharon Rutherford, srutherford@esc11.net or 817-740-7574. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Victor Stream Training
Time: 9:30 AM-2:30 PM
Location: DARS/DBS Field Office, Tyler, TX
Contact: Robin Fincher, Robin.Fincher@dars.state.tx.us, 903-279-0970
Evaluating Technology Needs of Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Presenter: Cecilia Robinson and Suzanne Scannell, Region 4 ESC VI Consultants
Do you need help evaluating technology needs of students with visual impairments? Learn to analyze students' needs for assistive technology using the SETT (Student, Environment, Tasks, & Tools) framework. Explore a variety of low, mid, and high technology tools specifically created for students with visual impairments. Practice using evaluation data to write effective recommendations to meet students' educational needs. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Fee: $40
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, 713-744-6379 or crobinson@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Bonding and Relaxation Techniques (BART) Training
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenters: Gigi Newton and Stacy Shafer, Early Childhood Consultants, TSBVI Outreach
Participate in a 2-day BART instructor's course for professionals who work with families with special needs. Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to conduct courses for parents of students with disabilities and to teach basic strokes and techniques to families with whom they work. participants should bring a 20-inch flexible baby doll and wear comfortable clothes. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state or federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Fee: $70
Contact: Karen Crone, 713-744-6324 or kcrone@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Video-Conference: Cook Children's - Theory of Mind Development in Children with Hearing Loss
Time: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Presenter: Carol Flexer, Ph.D., CCC/A
The overall purpose is to provide information about the pivotal role of auditory brain growth in the development of spoken communication, reading, and social-emotional skills in children with typical hearing as well as in children with all degrees of hearing loss. A key feature of this talk is a discussion of social-emotional development with particular emphasis on Theory of Mind as related to distance hearing and incidental learning. For t;his generation of children with hearing loss, we must be mindful of adjoining incidental learning to direct instruction. Finally, the necessity of accessing, stimulating, and "growing"critical auditory brain centers in home and school environments will be illustrated along with take-home suggestions for participants.
Location: For local participants only: Cook Children's Medical Center, Ft. Worth. Others attend via videoconferencing.
Fee: To register, go to www.Connect2Texas.net . Videoconferencing equipment is required. This session is only available via videoconferencing to those living outside a 100 mile radius of the DFW area. Local participants will attend at Cook Children's Medical Center.
Texas Distance Learning Association 2009 Fall Leadership Workshop
Time: 5:30 PM Sunday - 11:00 AM Tuesday
Presenters: Various
Contact: www.txdla.org
Assessment and Planning for Students Who ARe Visually Impaired: Review of Resources
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Stacey McKenzie, Consultant, ESC Region XI
This workshop will provide information and practical tips for collaborative assessment and program planning for students with visual impairments. Participants will review available resources and become familiar with required documentation, including any changes fro the previous year.
Fee: No fee for Region XI districts; $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN #35063: Digital Accessible Information System (DAISY) Files: Why Carry All That Paper
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Patrick van Geem, Technology Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Participants are shown a systematic process of transforming hardcopy and/or word processing documents into DAISY formatted files. The process starts with the document scanned into a digital format by a scanner and OCR voice output software. It is then transformed into a word processing document through an editing process and formatted into a DAISY document complete with features that include book marking, chapters, page numbering, and folders. Students can learn to make their own DAISY files that could include excerpts from magazines and/or books, handouts from teachers, and notes taken in class. This could help students better organize their materials by condensing their school materials into a digital format that requires less space than notebooks of paper and Braille textbooks.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Camp Vision
Presnters: DARS-DBS staff, CCRC staff, Boy and Girl Scouts, and others from across the state
Location: Between Marfa and Ft. Davis at Cammp Mitre Peak
The purpose of the camp is to provide a positive and producive camp experience that builds independence, team work, and confidnce. This camp also provides the school districts with an avenue to address some of the unique needs of students with visual impairments as required by state and federal laws. The camp activities will include: Idenpendent/daily life skills, support systems, adjustment to blindness, community awareness and career awareness.
Ages: 3rd grade and up
For: Region 18 ESC area on DARS-DBS caseload
Contact: Tamee Argo, Transition Counselor at DARS/DBS, 432-334-5652 or 800-687-7034 or Fred Martinez, Instructiona Consultant & Visual Impairment Specialist, Region 18 ESC, 432-563-2380.
Deaf-Blind Multihandicapped Association of Texas (DBMAT): Realizing Our Dream
This weekend is co-sponsored by the Deaf-Blind Multihandicapped Association of Texas (DBMAT), Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS),Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS-DBS) and Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Deaf-Blind Outreach. DBMAT appreciates this support of families. The DBMAT Conference Planning Committee is diligently working to bring about a relaxing, fun-filled, learning weekend for all of our conference participants in a pleasant rustic environment. This conference is designed for families of children & adults who are deaf-blind multidisabled, deaf-multidisabled, blind multidisabled and the professionals who serve them.
Location: Camp Jon Marc, Meridian, TX
Fee: $ 30.00 per each immediate family member, $ 50.00 per each extended family member, $ 75.00 per professional
Limited travel assistance funds may be available.
For more information, contact DBMAT Positive Connection Line at 432-264-6780.
Closing the Gap 27th Annual Conference
Sheraton Bloomington Hotel and Hhotel Sofitel, Minneapolis, MN
For information go to http://www.closingthegap.com
Transition and Disability Resource Expo
Time: 12:00-4:00 PM
One of the most effective ways to provide information to students with disabilities and their parents is through community information fairs. The Transition and Disability Resource Expo is a joint venture with the Family Support Council of Tarrant County which will offer students and parents the opportunity to gather information about available services from agencies and community service providers and attend free informative workshops.
Location: HEB ISD, Pat May Center, Bedford, TX
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts; No fee for Region XI districts; $90 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Carla Johnson, cjohnson@esc11.net or 817-740-3614. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
JAWS Intermediate
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Sharon Nichols, Technology Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Location: ESC Region 13, Austin, TX
Register: http://www.esc13.net, e-campus catalog number FA0916590
Contact: Debra Leff, 512-919-5354
Texas Transition: Attaining Goals
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Transitional planning continues to be a primary issues in the development of appropriate and effective Individual Education Plans. Participants in this session will review federal and state requirements and discuss strategies for integrating effective transition planning as a fundamental element of the IEP development process. Discussion will include and update on transition requirements in federal and state law.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: No fee for Instructional Services contract districts; No fee for Region XI districts; $180 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Carla Johnson, cjohnson@esc11.net or 817-740-3614. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
TETN #35066: Math for Students Who Are Deafblind or Multiply and Visually Impaired
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Holly Cooper, Deafblind Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Students who are deafblind or visually impaired with significant cognitive delays can and should participate in core content instruction, including math. This broadcast will highlight the curriculum focus areas to consider and suggest needed concept and skills development.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Techniques for Developing and Using Tactile Graphics
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Cecilia Robinson, Region 4 ESC Consultant
Increase competency in adapting graphics to tactile formats for students with visual impairments. Acquire the skills necessary to determine how graphics can be adapted effectively. Learn methods to instruct students to successfully read tactile graphics. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of the Braille code. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state and federal grants.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Fee: $35
Contact: Suzanne Scannell, 713-744-6315 or sscannell@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Hands-On Math for Elementary Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Susan Osterhaus, Math Consultant, TSBVI Outreach, Austin, TX
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
11th Annual Sports Extravaganza
Students with visual impairments encounter many barriers to participating in physical activities and athletic events. Limited vision inhibits concept and motor development, resulting in poor movement and travel skills. A natural consequence is an avoidance of physical fitness activities and inactive leisure choices. Also, there are very few organized school or community sporting opportunities for these students.
Sports Extravaganza is aimed at lowering the barriers students with visual impairments encounter in participating in physical fitness. Through this event, inactivity is replaced by dynamic participation, as Sports Extravaganza provides opportunities for students with visual impairments to participate in a variety of activities that encourage a more active lifestyle and lead to participation in lifelong leisure, recreation, and competitive sports.
Location: Irving, TX
For more information contact Christy Householter, 972-348-1634 or christy.householter@region10.org
4th Annual Texas Chargers Retreat
TEXAS CHARGER’S RETREAT is a weekend camp experience for the whole family. The retreat will be
Location: Camp Allen, Navasota, Texas
TEXAS CHARGER’S RETREAT is a weekend camp experience for the whole family. The retreat will be held in the beautiful rolling hills of Grimes County at the Camp Allen Conference and Retreat Center in Navasota, TX. This site includes a pool, TV lounge, nature walk, a sports lake, and more.
For more information contact Cathy Springer at 512-255-3176, Molly Roberts at 469-774-9921 or Josh Fultz at 936-870-5989 or visit Texas Chargers website at www.texaschargers.org/events.
Statewide Transition Network Training: Age-Appropriate Transition Assessment
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Carla Johnson, Consultant, ESC Region XI
IDEA requires measurable post-secondary goals based upon transition assessments related to training, education, employment, and where appropriate, independent living skills. During this highly interactive technology-based workshop, participants will be able to explore transition assessments; learn how career assessment can impact transition planning, student placement, graduation, and four-/six-year plans; and address post-school results for all students. Fee covers cost of professional resources.
Location: ESC Region XI, Ft. Worth
Fee: $40 per person from Instructional Services contract districts and Region XI districts; $220 per person from Non-Region XI districts.
Contact: Carla Johnson, cjohnson@esc11.net or 817-740-3614. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Meeting the Learning Needs of Students with Visual Impairments and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenters: Jay and Marilyn Gense
Location: Region 10 ESC - Abrams Site, Richardson, Tx
Fee: Fee: This is no registration fee for participants associated with Region 10, Out-of-Region participants pay $50 per day for the session and will be wait-listed until two weeks prior to this session. Persons outside of Region 10 must call Professional Development at 972-348-1620 to be placed on the waiting list.
Contact: Susan Lawrence, Region 10 ESC.
Cortical Visual Impairment: Indentification, Assessment and Intervention
Time: 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
Presenter: Diane Sheline, TVI
Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) is now the leading cause of visual impairment in children in the western world. Learn methods to identify children with cortical visual impairment as well as skills for more accurate assessment. Suggestions will be shared for incorporating assessment results into Functional Vision and O&M Evaluations. Develop appropriate techniques and interventions to use with this most challenging population.
Location: Region 7 ESC, Kilgore, TX
Fee: free to Region 7 ESC members, $150 for those outside the region.
Contact: Ann Phillips, aphillips@exch.esc7.net, 903-988-6899.
Register online at: Region 7 ESC website.
Every Move Counts
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Jan Korsten
The first two days of this 3-day workshop presents non-traditional assessment and intervention strategies appropriate for the development of communication in individuals having severe multiple differences, developmental differences, and/or autism. Information is relevant to the needs of those individuals who are currently unable to communicate their wants and needs spontaneously intheir environment, regardless of age or severity of physical and/or cognitive differences. Techniques incorporate current research int he areas of communication, education and sensory integration. A third day for follow-up will be held on February 3, 2010. TSHA and TPTA credits approved.
Location: Region 12 Education Service Center, Waco, TX.
Fee: $150 (includes book)
Contact: Melba Bunch, mbunch@esc12.net, 254-297-2245
Using JAWS® for Windows®
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Patrick Van Geem, Technology Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Acquire skills in using the latest version of JAWS® for Windows® screen review software to access electronic information for students with visual impairments. This presentation will focus on new features in JAWS®, specifically those that support reading and writing in Word, Excel, and navigating web pages on the Internet. Participants will have hands-on practice with using JAWS® and Windows® keystroke commands throughout this training. Customizing JAWS® to meet students' unique needs will also be addressed. Session and materials costs are partially funded through state and federal grants.
Fee: $35
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, 713-744-6379 or crobinson@esc4.net. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Supporting Students with Visual Impairments in the Classroom
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Dawn Adams, ESC Consultant, Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
11th Annual Sowell Center Distinguished Lecturer Series: Prosthetic Vision
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Dr. Matt McMahon, Second Sight Medical Products, Inc.
Dr. McMahon will discuss cutting edge technology of prosthetic vision, focusing on the Argus II, a second generation electronic retinal implant, and the crucial role low-vision and vision rehabiilitation specialists will play in its continuiing development and clinical implementation.
Fee: $80 if registering prior to October 15, 2009 and $100 if registering after October 15th.
Contact: http://www.educ.ttu.edu/sowell/LectureSeries/default.php
Virginia Murray Sowell Center for Research and Education in Visual Impairment
TETN #35075: New Teacher Series: Role of the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments with Students who have Multiple Impairments
Time: 1:30-4:00 PM
Presenter: Chrissy Cowan, Mentor Coordinator, TSBVI Outreach
Helping new teachers get off on a good footing, this first of a 3-part series will focus on the role of the Teacher of Students with Visually Impairments in serving students with visual and multiple impairments. We will discuss topics such as direct versus consult models, assessment, role release, programming strategies and materials. Master teachers and mentors are encouraged to join in to share their expertise.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 2 1/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Getting in Touch with Literacy
Location: The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California
For more information contact: www.gettingintouchwithliteracy.com
BART: Bonding and Relaxation Techniques for Infants
Time: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Presenters: Gigi Newton, Deafblind Early Childhood Consultant and Stacy Shafer, VI Early Childhood Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Location: Region 20 ESC. ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
Introducing the Mountbatten Brailler, Changing the Way Students Write Braille in the 21st Century!
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Tim Connell, Quantum Technology Pty., Ltd.
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Cedit: CPE 6, ACVREP 5.25
Fee: $35
Register at www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, crobinson@esc4.net
Potpourri of Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 8:30 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Laura Lemaster, Region 10 ESC
Various centers will be set up to provide you a look at some of the many assistive technologies available for students with visual impairments. Centers may have both low tech and high tech demonstrated and questions answered. Hands-on activities will be presented.
Location: Region 10 ESC - Abrams Site, Richardson, TX
Fee: Fee: This is no registration fee for participants associated with Region 10, Out-of-Region participants pay $50 per day for the session and will be wait-listed until two weeks prior to this session. Persons outside of Region 10 must call Professional Development at 972-348-1620 to be placed on the waiting list.
Contact: Laura Lemaster, Region 10 ESC.
Annual TASH Conference: If not us, Who? If not now! When?
The TASH Conference is the largest and most progressive conference in the United States that focuses on strategies for achieving full inclusion for people with disabilities.
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, Westin Convention Center
To learn more and register go to http://www.tash.org/2009tash/index.htm.
FVE and LMA for Infants
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Kristie Smith-Armand
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
Traversing Modern Intersections: The Ultimate Challenge, Part 1
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Christy Householter, Region 10 ESC
Location: Region 10 ESC - Abrams Site, Bluebonnet Room, Richardson, TX
Fee: This is no registration fee for participants associated with Region 10, Out-of-Region participants pay $50 per day for the session and will be wait-listed until two weeks prior to this session. Persons outside of Region 10 must call Professional Development at 972-348-1620 to be placed on the waiting list.
Contact: Christy Householter, Region 10 ESC.
TETN #35072: Teaching Science to Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Margaret Robinson, Special Programs Instructor, TSBVI
A critical core curriculum area is Science, and students who are visually impaired need a good foundation in the sciences just like their nondisabled peers. Margaret Robinson offers practical strategies, interventions, and resources for teaching science to a student with visual impairments.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
TETN #35069: O&M for Babies and Pre-Schoolers
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Presenter: Beverly Jackson, COMS, Round Rock ISD
Movement is critical to a child’s early development in all areas. That is why good early intervention requires educational staff to consider orientation and mobility needs very early on for students with visual impairments. This broadcast will shed light on the role of the COMS in working with babies and preschoolers, and discuss assessment strategies and instruction for children birth to six.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Using Duxbury and Microsoft® Word® to Prepare Braille Files
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Jan Carroll, Independent Consultant
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Credit: CPE12, ACVREP 10.5
Fee: $70
Register: www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, crobinson@esc4.net
Intermediate MegaDots for Braille Production
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Betsy Burnham, Independent Consultant
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Credit: CPE6, ACVREP 5.25
Fee: $35
Register: www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, crobinson@esc4.net
INSITE Training
Presenters: Susan Lawrence and Gayle McNurlen
Location: Region 10 ESC, Abrams Site, Bluebonnet Room, Richardson, TX
Contact: Susan Lawrence, Region 10 ESC.
TETN #35068: The Role of the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments in Literacy Instruction
Time: 1:30-4:00 PM
Presenter: Ann Rash, VI Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Teachers of students with visual impairments play a critical role in literacy instruction for students with visual impairments. This broadcast, the second in a 3-part series, will help new teachers gain a better understanding of how and why they can and should support literacy learning with their students.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 2 1/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
LID TETN #35377: Communication Issues of Students Who ARe Deaf or Deafblind: Part 1
Time: 1:30 AM-4:30 PM
Presenter: Outreach Consultants, TSBVI Outreach, Austin, TX
This session is focused on students at a functinal academic level. It will include the ADAMSLS (Assessing Deafblind Access to Manual Language Systems) and other communicaiton assessment tools. It will also focus on deaf students with visual impairments to incude braille use to provide access to the general education curriculum.
Contact: Your regional education service center, deafblind consultant if you would like to attend.
Nemeth Code for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Cecilia Robinson and Suzanne Scannell, Region 4 ESC Consultants
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Credit: CPE6, ACVREP 5.25
Fee: $35
Register: www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Suzanne Scannell, sscannell@esc4.net
LID TETN #35378: Communication Issues of Students Who ARe Deaf or Deafblind: Part 2
Time: 1:30 AM-4:30 PM
Presenter: Outreach Consultants, TSBVI Outreach, Austin, TX
This session is focused on students at emerging symbolic language levels. It will include some of these issues: Comunication assessment for students with emberging language (determining communication forms, functions and topics), routines/experiential learning and calendars.
Contact: Your regional education service center, deafblind consultant if you would like to attend.
You Make the Difference! Quality Interactions wih Students Who Are Deafblind
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Craig Axelrod, Independent Consultant, Dripping Springs, TX
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
Practical Applications for Students with Cortical Visual Impairment
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Susan Lawrence
Location: ESC Region 10, SpringValley, Ellis Room, Richardson, TX
Contact: Susan Lawrence, Region 10 ESC
TETN #35079: O&M for Students with CVI
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenters: Ruth Ann Marsh, COMS/O&M Consultant, and Sara Kitchen, VI Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Ruth Ann and Sara share a discussion about providing orientation and mobility to students with cortical vision impairment. What are some of the considerations for the O&M Assessment and how should COMS modify their programming approaches for students with CVI? Tune in and find out.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Location: Austin Sheraton Hotel, 701 E. 11th Street, Austin, TX
Audience: Orientation and Mobility Specialists (serving educational and rehabilitation agencies)
Each year TSBVI Outreach assists the Southwest Orientation and Mobility Association (SWOMA) in hosting a conference especially for Certifiend Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS). Participants from Texas and other states gather to share best practice strategies for providing instruction in O&M in both educational and rehabilitation settings.
The 2009-2010 SWOMA Conference will include general and breakout sessions focusing on issues related to orientation and mobility instruction for individuals who are visually impaired including those with additional disabilities. Our keynot speaker is Joseph Cutter author of Independent Movement and Travel in Blind Children: A Promotion Model. Rehabilitation and education orientation and mobility specialists from Texas will share information on issues and strategies in bridging the transition gap between school and adult services. This year a special SWOMA dinner will take place on Friday evening that includes some entertaining surprises. Details regarding the full agenda will be posted on the TSBVI wesite in the fall.
Registration fee: $125 for COMS and $100 for students and parents and includes the cost of the dinner and a luncheon on Saturday.
Credits: ACVREP offered
For more information visit www.tsbvi.edu or contact Carrie Keith at CarrieKeith@tsbvi.edu or 512-206-9314.
TETN #35067: How TSBVI Can Support Math Instruction
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Susan Osterhaus, Math Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
TSBVI offers a variety of supports for teaching math to students with visual impairments including web-based resources, Special Program math classes and workshops. Learn more about these resources and how to access them from Susan Osterhaus, math teacher extraordinaire.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
O&M in the Early Years
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Tanni Anthony, Independent Consultant, Colorado
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Credit: CPE 6, ACVREP 5.25
Fee: $35
Register at www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Suzanne Scannell, sscannell@esc4.net
Emergent Literacy and Communication for Pre-schoolers Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Tanni Anthony, Independent Consultant, Colorado
Location: Region 4 ESC, Houston, TX
Credit: CPE 6, ACVREP 5.25
Fee: $35
Register at www.theansweris4.net
Contact: Suzanne Scannell, sscannell@esc4.net
TETN #35062: Braille Music
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Sharon Nichols, Technology Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Many students with visual impairments enjoy reading and playing music. This broadcast will familiarize music teachers and others with scanning, creating, editing and embossing music Braille. Included is a demonstration of a student using LimeAloud and JAWS to create, edit and emboss music Braille.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
From the Exam Room to the Classroom
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Dr. Ana Perez, O.D.
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
Statewide Intervener Conference
Location: Residence Inn Austin Downtown/Convention Center 300 East 4th Street Austin, TX 78701
Fee: No registration fee for parents or paraprofessional from Texas. $35 for profesisonals and out-of-state attendees.
Contact: Brian Sobeck, briansobeck@tsbvi.edu or 512-206-9225
Through Your Child's Eyes
Time: 7:00 AM-9:00 PM (19th), 8:30 AM-5:00 PM (20th), and 8:30 AM-12:30 PM (21st)
Presenter: TSBVI, DARS/DBS, ESC Region 11 Staff
A workshop for parents of young children with visual impairments including those with additional disabilities. Open to whom: Parents of young children (birth-6yrs). Limited openings for families out of the Ft. Worth area.
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Contact: Jennifer Brinegar, 817-759-3516.
Texas Goalball Invitational
Presenters: Region 10 ESC and Lions International 2X1 and 2E2
Location Nimitz High School, Irving, Texas
Goalball tournament for advanced players. Players may ener as a team, or may enter individually and will be placed on a team.
Contact: Christy Householter, christy.householter@region10.org, 972-348-1634
Assistive Technology for Students with Multiple and Visual Impairments - Communication Devices
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Laura Lemaster
Location: Region 10 ESC, Abrams Site, Pecan Room, Richardson, TX
Contact: Laura Lemaster, Region 10 ESC
TETN #35061: Behavior Considerations for Students with Deafblindness
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: David Wiley, Transition Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
Students with deafblindness face incredible stresses in their school and community settings that often result in behavioral challenges. This TETN will focus on some of the issues and strategies for addressing behavioral concerns for these students.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference - CSUN
Location: Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel , San Diego, CA
For information go to http://www.csunconference.org/
2010 TAER: Reaching Beyond Expectations
Location: El Tropicano Riverwalk, San Antonio, TX
For more information go to http://www.txaer.org/
Spotlight on Technology: What's New for Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenters: Various Vendors
Location: Region 4 Education Service Center
Fee: $35
Contact: Cecilia Robinson, crobinson@esc4.net
Register at: www.theansweris4.net
CVI Evaluation Make and Take
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Diane Sheline
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
TETN #35073: New Teacher Series: Role of the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments with Low Vision Students
Time: 1:30-4:00 PM
Presenter: Chrissy Cowan, Mentor Coordinator, TSBVI Outreach
The final of our 3-part series for new teachers takes a look at the support needed by a low vision student from his/her teacher of the visually impaired. Chrissy will discuss the teacher of students with visual impairments' role in assessment, IEP development, service delivery models, and instruction for these students.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 2 1/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
Time to Sign
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Lillian Hubler, Time to Sign, Inc.
A workshop to help teachers of ESOL students, speech pathologists, includsion teachers as well as any teacher of exceptional students. This workshop is intended to help teachers increase students attention in class, understanding of key concepts, as well as create better classroom management by reducing instances of errant behavior through the use of games, songs and stories using American Sign Language. TSHA CEUs approved.
Location: Education Service Center Region 12, Waco, TX
Fee: $70 (includes materials and Time to Sign book)
Contact: Melba Bunch, mbunch@esc12.net, 254-297-1145
YOU Make the Difference: An Educator-Oriented Process for Supporting High Quality Interactions with Students Who Are Deafblind
Time: 8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Presenter: Craig Axelrod, Independent Consultant, Dripping Springs, TX
Location: Region 20 ESC, San Antonio
Contact: http://ilearning.esc20.net ESC workshops vary in their policies related to participants outside their region attending. Please contact the ESC directly about their attendance policies for out-of-region attendees.
15th Annual Technology Olympics for Visually Impaired
Time: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Region 10 ESC, Spring Valley Site
Contact: Laura Lemaster, Region 10 ESC.
Expanded Core Curriculum Event - Ropes Course
Time: TBD
Location: Camp Peaceable Kingdom, Killeen, TX
Contact: Christy Householter, Region 10 ESC.
Transition Weekend for Parents of Students Who Are Deafblind or Visually and Multiply Impaired
Presenters: TSBVI Outreach Staff
Location: Austin, TX
This weekend-long workshop will include information for parents of students with functioning levels in the range of "functionally academic" to those with "severe and profound developmental delays" who are interested in learning more about planning for their child's secondary transition into their adult lives.
Travel stipends will be provided for parents who would like to attend.
Look for more information in late fall on the TSBVI website at www.tsbvi.edu!
TETN #35064: The Importance of Early Identification of Deafblindness in Babies
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Presenter: Kate Hurst, Statewide Staff Development Coordinator, and Gigi Newton, Early Childhood Consultant, TSBVI Outreach
When a child with disabilities is born it may take several years or more to determine the extent of his/her disabilities. Unfortunately when vision and hearing loss go undetected and appropriate intervention is delayed, serious developmental delays are likely. Early intervention can often make a huge difference for the child and his/her family. This broadcast will discuss why early identification of vision and hearing loss is so critical and makes a case for improving our early support to these children and their families.
Location: Please contact the Distance Learning Consultant at your local education service center to access this broadcast.
Registration fee: none
Credits: 1 3/4 hours SBEC and ACVREP
For more information contact: Kate Hurst at 512-206-9224 or katehurst@tsbvi.edu
LID TETN #35376: Secondary Transition Issues of Students with Special Health Care Needs
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Patti Hackett, Healthy and Ready to Work National Resource Center
This training is for district staff to increase their awareness and understanding of the special health care issues surrounding students who are medically fragile especially regarding the planning of their secondary transition.
Contact: Your regional education service center Low Incidence Disabilities consultant.
Traversing Modern Intersections: The Ultimate Challenge, Part 2
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Presenter: Christy Householter, Region 10 ESC
Location: Region 10 ESC - Abrams Site, Bluebonnet Room, Richardson, TX
Fee: This is no registration fee for participants associated with Region 10, Out-of-Region participants pay $50 per day for the session and will be wait-listed until two weeks prior to this session. Persons outside of Region 10 must call Professional Development at 972-348-1620 to be placed on the waiting list.
Contact: Christy Householter, Region 10 ESC.
Bonding and Relaxation Techniques (BART)
Time: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Presenter: Gigi Newton and Stacy Shafer, Early Childhood Consultants, TSBVI Outreach, Austin, TX
Location: Region 8 ESC, Mt. Pleasant, TX
Contact: Dawn Adams, dadams@reg8.net, 903-575-2766
Register: www.reg8.net
Employabiity Skills for Functional Skills / supported Independent Students with Visual Impairments
Time: 8:30 AM-3:00 PM
Location: Region 10 ESC, Abrams Site, Pecan Room
Contact: Susan Lawrence, Region 10 ESC
2010 Texas Focus Family Pre-Conference
Location: Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center, Dallas
More information about this event will be added to this website late in the fall of 2009.
2010 Texas Focus Conference
Location: Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy
More information about this event will be added to this website late in the fall of 2009.
Texas Assistive Technology Network Statewide Conference
Location: Region 20 Education Service Center, San Antonio, TX
Fee: $95; Early Bird Registration: $65
Contact: Kirk Behnke, kbehnke@esc4.net
Register: www.theansweris4.net
2010 Texas parent to Parent Conference
Location: Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center, San Marcos, TX
Contact: www.txp2p.org
Camp Independence #1
Location: Stephen F. Austin University, Nacogdoches, TX
For: visually impaired individuals ages 8-12
Contact: Robin Fincher, Robin.Fincher@dars.state.tx.us, 903-279-0970
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
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