The Weill Cornell Autism Research Program presents
An Autism Symposium for Families and Professionals

Transitions are often challenging for individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. This symposium will offer families and professionals the most up‐to‐date information on how to facilitate positive change in the lives of people with autism. Both day to day transitions as well as the broader life transitions which occur during childhood and young adulthood will be addressed. Included are panel discussions, breakout groups and an interactive tabling session with transition service providers at the disposal of attendees. The event is designed to provide an opportunity to learn from, ask questions of, and interact with the many experts on hand.

Full event and program information available online: http://nyp.org/komansky/wcarp/
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Over the years, Dr. Jed Baker has become the “go to” specialist for understanding the social needs of children with difficulties managing social interactions and the intricacies of social awareness. likewise, Montgomery Academy has become the “go to” program to see theory in practice in the school setting. With a team of specialists, Montgomery Academy helps children develop social skills and manage emotion without the use of traditional behavior modification programs, which lack generalization of skills and often fail our children. We, at Montgomery Academy, are very pleased to be able to support our friend, Dr. Jed Baker, in the release of his newest work “No More Meltdowns”, and his upcoming series of workshops for parents and professionals. As a very generous gesture in reciprocating this relationship, Dr. Baker has offered a deep discount on the cost of attending his Livingston workshop on April 27th, 2012, for all of Montgomery Academy’s friends and families.

If you are interested in attending at a reduced fee, please register online using the discount code MONTGOMERY for up to $50 off of the original registration cost.

ALL STUDENTS CAN SUCCEED!

EFFECTIVE INTERVENTIONS FOR BEHAVIORAL & SOCIAL CHALLENGES

For Parents and Professionals

Presented by
Jed Baker, Ph.D.
Director of The Social Skills Training Project

WHEN

Friday, April 27th, 2012, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

SCHEDULE

8:15 – 9:00am – Check-in & Continental Breakfast
9:00-12 pm – Understanding and Handling Challenging Behaviors
A. Developing a relationship
B. De-escalating meltdowns
C. 7 common triggers
D. Prevention plans for each trigger

10:30 15-minute break

12:00-1:00 pm Lunch on your own

1:00– 3:30 pm – Social Skills Training
A. Motivation to socialize
B. Teaching Strategies
C. Generalization
D. Peer training
E. Measuring progress
F. Sample skills
G. Q and A

2:30 15 minute break

HOW

Training involves didactic presentation, modeling, interactive exercises and video clips.

WHERE

Westminster Hotel
550 W. Mt. Pleasant Ave
Livingston, NJ 07039
973.533.0600

DIRECTIONS

For directions go to Westminster Hotel website www.westminsterhotel.net

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Free certificates documenting 5 hours will be provided. CEU credits available for many professions through IACET.org for $15 fee.

PRESENTER BIO

Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, a private organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He is on the professional advisory board of Autism Today, ASPEN, ANSWER, YAI, the Kelberman Center and several other autism organizations. In addition, he writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of five books, on social skills training and managing challenging behavior. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.

FEE

SPECIAL PRICE for Montgomery Academy parents & staff at affiliate schools is $80. Use discount code MONTGOMERY to get this price at online registration (see below).

Regular fee is $120 ( Before April. 15th )  or $130 ( On or After April. 15th ).

REGISTER

Register with credit card online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/212941 or mail checks and completed registration or purchase orders to:

Bossy Frog Productions LLC
P.O. Box 639
Nyack, NY 10960

Do not send faxes

REFUND POLICY

No refunds or cancellations after registration – substitutions are allowed.

www.makeitrealma.blogspot.com

We are proud to announce a new web log (blog) has been created for The Make It Real Transition Program! The blog details our program and chronicles our students’ internships, community service, and job shadowing experiences, in-house projects, and their thoughts. It also serves as a hub for upcoming events and relevant links and resources for students and families.

Online career and interest inventories will also be available on the blog, as well as student and family resources and links. In conjunction with the newly redesigned montgomeryacademyonline.com website, this blog will keep all stakeholders up to date with what our students are achieving in the program.

Please bookmark this link as it will be updated several times a week! The blog will also be linked to on Montgomery Academy’s website.

Purchase I Am in Here: The Journey of a Child with Autism Who Cannot Speak but Finds Her Voice, by Elizabeth M. Bonker in Hardcover, Audio or Kindle formats.

Like so many children with special needs, Elizabeth found her voice through the arts. In Elizabeth’s case it was through the art of writing poetry. We at Montgomery Academy have seen this so many times in so many different ways. Many of our children participate in performing, musical and visual arts. That is why the arts are so important here. Some students find confidence, some social acceptance, some self identity, some find a strategy to manage difficulties and stress, and some students even find their voice.

Elizabeth’s very special talent has allowed her to find her voice and to communicate who she really is behind the veil of autism. Along with her mother, Virginia, Elizabeth has published a book filled with her poems and an inside look at her very inspiring journey.

Elizabeth is just one of the many incredibly wonderful and talented children that we have here at Montgomery Academy. We are so proud of all of them! But what

Elizabeth has done with her poetry, her spirit, and her book is to provide insight of just how “special”, these special children really are.

You can learn more about Elizabeth and her journey by visiting PBS online and searching “autistic poet”.

To learn more about Montgomery Academy, please visit us online at www.montgomeryacademyonline.org or call us to set up a visit at 908-766-0362. Thank you. - Tony Gebbia, Principal.