b'Explore explicit socialization techniques to enhance peer interactions.Behavioral and Academic Supports Understand and manage challenging behaviors associated with autism. Implement positive behavior strategies effectively. Additionally, personalize educational and academic supports, tailoring instruction to individual needs in inclusive settings.Participants will leave with practical resource materials, empowering them to immediately apply these strategies. By providing support, we enable individuals with autism to take control of their learning and behavior, showcasing their unique capabilities to others.SupportingThis full-day, interactive professional learning session isFebruary 5, 20266No Students withdesigned for educators who work with students with8:30am-3:30pmcharge Significantsignificant cognitive disabilities. The training providesFace-to-Facein Cognitivepractical strategies, tools, and resources to supportregion; Disabilities:effective teaching and learning in self-contained,$35 Practical Strategiesresource, or inclusive classrooms. out of regionfor Classroom Throughout the day, participants will engage in Successcollaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and scenario-based problem-solving around six key focus Target Audience:areas: General Education and Special Education 1. Classroom Set-UpDiscover how intentional Teachersclassroom organization, structured routines, andaccessible materials promote student independence, engagement, and success.2. CommunicationLearn how to support students communication needs, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), visual supports, and strategies to build expressive and receptive language skills.3. Social SkillsExplore strategies for teaching critical social skills, building peer relationships, and fostering positive interactions throughout the school day.4. BehaviorDiscuss proactive behavior supports, how to understand behavior as communication, and implement positive behavior intervention strategies tailored to individual student needs.5. AcademicsFocus on designing meaningful, standards-based academic instruction with appropriate accommodations and modifications for learners with significant cognitive disabilities.~ 49'