LID Bootcamp Program 2014
Title: Fine Motor Centers with OT!
Presenter(s): Robin Abels
Abstract: This session will focus on pre-writing/writing development for para
profesisonals. Attendees will have the opportunity to actively participate in fun, hands on
activities to promote these skills. Use of sensory strategies when appropriate for and need
determined for each individual student.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Standards Based Curriculum from the Cloud for Students with Significant Needs.
Presenter(s): Darlene Brodbeck
Abstract: Interactive Standards-Based Curriculum for Students with Significant Needs.
N2Y moves learning to the cloud! Our quality products prove that one size does not fit all. With
interactive lessons in our weekly newspaper, Unique Learning System and SymbolStix ONLINE
allows for further engagement of students. Our standards based curriculum aligned to state
standards allow all students to participate in meaningful content across differentiated levels of
instruction over six distinct grade bands. N2Y’s cloud based learning is interactive, engaging and
designed to celebrate the success of our students.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: n2y: Brodbeck: How Can I Possibly Get it All Done?
Presenter(s): Darlene Brodbeck
Abstract: Are you working with students with the most significant needs? Are you struggling to
include all students in standards-based curriculum? Are you struggling with gathering evidence
to demonstrate progress? We have the answers for you!
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Read All About It! News-2-You
Presenter(s): Darlene Brodbeck
Abstract: News-2-You will provide you with four levels of reading material covering everything
from current events, world news, entertainment and sports and so much more. Come find out
why our students love reading, why our teachers love using News-2-You in their classrooms and
why parents beg for educators to send it home.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: n2y: Planning for Transition for Students with Significant Disabilities
Presenter(s): Darlene Brodbeck
Abstract: Successful transition planning must be well orchestrated, collaborative and student
driven. Come explore the resources and interactive tools from n2y to make it happen and allow
each student to be an advocate in their own comprehensive plan to allow each student to reach
their full potential.
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Title: Standards-Based IEP’s…Here to Stay!
Presenter(s): Salina Byrd
Abstract: Are you struggling with taking your students’ developmental, functional, and
academic skills and creating standards-based goals and objectives with them? You will learn
how to create a standards-based IEP incorporating skills ranging from personal hygiene to
behavioral improvement to academic growth. A variety of grade levels will be covered, and
examples of specific terminology will be provided.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Partnering With Parents? Yes!
Presenter(s): Richard Caldwell
Abstract: LIFE students come with LIFE parents. Why not partner together for the student’s,
and parent’s, benefit; all the while maximizing the LIFE student’s potential. How does that
partnership look?
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Functions of Behavior: What are They and What do I do with Them?
Presenter(s): Stacey Callaway & Sarah Germany
Abstract: There’s more to behavior than just behavior. This presentation will address the four
functios of behavior and strategies associated with those functions. Participants will leave the
presentation with an understanding of these functions and how to address behaviors based on
their function.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Hands-on Strategies for Designing a Visually-Based Life Skills Classroom. What's in Your
Bag of Tricks?
Presenter(s): Stacey Callaway, Jennifer Guess & Sarah Germany
Abstract: Visual supports are used for young learners with special needs to support
communication, provide visual prompts for transitions, support students in social situations and
facilitate understanding of the environment and changes in routine. This presentation will
provide you with a “Bag of Tricks” that can be used in your Life Skill Classroom.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: LIFE Must Haves
Presenter(s): Amber Dollar & TiciaTerlouw
Abstract: LIFE Must Haves are important research based strategies used to maximize instruction
in the LIFE Classroom. We will provide you will a practical guide for creating, designing, and
implementing these strategies in your classroom. These strategies will save you time, energy,
and promote success for each student.
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Title: Setting up and Running an Effective Life Skills Classroom
Presenter(s): Teri Jones
Abstract: This presentation will contain a variety of material for a first year life skills teacher to
start up their classroom with. Participants will actually do hands on activity to set up their
classroom from furniture, sensory areas, etc. Participants will learn how to set their classroom
up where paraprofessionals, specialists, and teacher(s) communicate and work together as a
team.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Creating a PLAAFP and Developing Goals and Objectives through UNIQUE LEARNING
SYSTEMS
Presenter(s): Teri Jones
Abstract: This presentation will demonstrate how to use checkpoints and benchmark
assessments from UNIQUE LEARNING SYSTEMS GPS to create a PLAAFP for academics,
functional life skills, and transition. Participants will see how to develop goals and objectives for
both academics and transition services based on strengths and areas of needs.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Sensory Strategies to Help Life Skills Students Adjust and Learn
Presenter(s): Teri Jones
Abstract: This presentation will include a variety of sensory strategies used to prepare students
with behavior and/or sensory issues to learn. Participants will come away with a variety of ideas
to create learners to adapt and staff to work with high need students.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Transition Training from Elementary to High School
Presenter(s): Teri Jones
Abstract: This training will include a variety of classroom, campus, and district job ideas and
skills needed for students in life skills classrooms. The presentation will target visuals of
materials used and strategies to be used by staff and peers to enable life skills students the ability
to be more independent and potentially employable. (samples of jobs and scripts for staff will be
presented for photographing)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Boardmaker Studio
Presenter(s): Kathy Kelchner
Abstract: Boardmaker Studio is the ultimate classroom resource! It is more than a communication tool
for students with autism and other developmental disabilities…it is great for interactive lessons including
STAAR alt. Learn how to make materials for your students through this hands-on experience.
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Title: Everything You Need To Know To Structure a Classroom
Presenter(s): Kathy Kelchner
Abstract: A structured learning environment is important for success for a student with autism
and other developmental disabilities. Teachers have limited time to put it all together while
developing meaningful individualized lessons. Participants will experience a demonstration of
how to implement best practices and optimize time within 2 ½ hours or less.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Proloquo2go (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad app)
Presenter(s): Kathy Kelchner
Abstract: Learn the basics of using this powerful augmentative communication app for the iPad,
iPhone or iPod touch. It is most desirable to have participants bring a device with the app
preloaded for hands on practice during this presentation!
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Building Communication with CORE Vocabulary
Presenter(s): Tina Lombardi, Anna Fleming, Sarah Crossland & Molly Fawkes
Abstract: Our goal is to explain how our Augmentative Communication Team has embraced
CORE vocabulary as a strategy to improve the communication skills of students at different
learning levels. We will describe how we are connecting with teachers and SLPs to integrate
into instruction, and to present practical tips for implementation.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: What can I do with my students with Low Incidence Disabilities?
Presenter(s): Tina Lombardi, Anna Fleming, Sarah Crossland & Molly Fawkes
Abstract: Participants will learn strategies for working with their students with the highest needs
in the developmental/lifeskills classrooms. This will consist of inclusion in groups instruction,
accessing the curriculum, building learning routines, and early augmentative communication use.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Language Arts Toolkit for the LID classroom
Presenter(s): Kristi Newton
Abstract: Join your colleagues for a hands-on, no pressure, practical approach to building
conceptual development in Language Arts - for your severely cognitively disabled students. Join
us for an intense session of delving into the required elements as we make and take activities for
introducing, building, individualizing, and assessing these concepts within the curriculum
framework of the TEKS for your STAAR -ALTERNATE students.
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Title: Math Toolkit for the LID classroom
Presenter(s): Kristi Newton
Abstract: Join your colleagues for a hands-on, no pressure, practical approach to building
conceptual development in Mathematical Understanding - for your severely cognitively disabled
students. Join us for an intense session of delving into the required elements as we make and take
activities for introducing, building, individualizing, and assessing these concepts within the
curriculum framework of the TEKS for your STAAR -ALTERNATE students.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Functional Crossover: Addressing Educational Needs of the Sensory-motor/Preoperational learner
Presenter(s): Elaine Osborne & Tami Johnson
Abstract: This presentation assists the Life Skills or Active Learning teacher bridge the gap
between high sensory motor and low pre-operational learners. It will provide vital information
regarding appropriate calendar systems and hands on materials. It will present teaching
strategies, illustrate the use of technology and demonstrate how to implement simple games
geared to enhance the receptive and expressive vocabulary of our students.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Working with Students Who Have Hearing Impairment
Presenter(s): Sarah Senne & Brittney McGee
Abstract: Learn about different types of hearing loss, equipment, and communication modes.
You will have opportunities to practice listening and language strategies through hands-on
activities.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Wee Can Learn Through Calendar Boxes and More…
Presenter(s): Kristie Smith & Jamille Smith
Abstract: Teacher and parents will see the importance of teaching through repetition while using
the calendar box system. Participants will observe the incredible new calendar box system“SAM” by expert Millie Smith.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Sparkle - Teaching Students with MIVI Literacy and More…
Presenter(s): Kristie Smith & Jamille Smith
Abstract: Professionals and parents will learn how to teach students with MIVI (from mild to
severe) across the curriculum. Participants will learn reading strategies and more based on the
research from Dr. Phil Hatlen, Virginia Bishop, Dr. Pam Schiller and others.
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Title: Wee Are Ready - Teaching Fine and Large Motor Skills
Presenter(s): Kristie Smith & Jamille Smith
Abstract: Trainees will learn how to teach children with a visual impairment and other
disabilities several activities for developing fine and large motor skills. Professionals and
parents will learn many finger plays, activities while having a great time learning how to teach
play.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Curriculum Access for Students with Severe Motor Impairments
Presenter(s): Cheryl Stewart
Abstract: How can we provide students with severe motor impairments with access to varying
aspects of their school environment? Let us show you methods for evaluating optimal access
methods, and providing tips for classroom integration in the areas of communication, computer
access and general classroom participation. No tech, low tech and high tech options will be
reviewed, and free resources will be provided.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Managing and Structuring Your Classroom: Staying afloat!
Presenter(s): Kerrie Taylor
Abstract: Keep your head above water and learn how to manage the hard parts of your
classroom. If you feel like you are drowning, I can help you hold on to the side and stay afloat.