Author: Koleen Kerski
Colors of Autism: Raising Awareness at the Capital
April 27, 2022
Friday April 29, 2022 10am-3pm Informational Flyer
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The June 2nd Joint Convening Part B and Part C: Making Connections Through Puppetry is open for registration! Now through May 4th (after registering, complete the survey to order your own personalized puppet)
April 22, 2022
Register here! https://serc.info/puppetry Want more information on the event? Event Flyer is here! Want more information on the research? Research Article here!
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Save June 2nd for the 2nd Annual Joint Convening of Part B and Part C for “Making Connections Through Puppetry”
April 14, 2022
Please consider early intervention staff joining us for this two hour professional development introductory workshop on puppets and how they can support all children, especially children with neurodevelopmental differences. The very specific principles of puppetry to support children will be demonstrated (these can be utilized with materials found in a family’s home). Registration forms to come soon! Registration will be open through May 4th. Save the Date! June 2 2022 Making Connections Through Puppetry How_Puppets_Can_Be_Used_In_Autism_Therapeutics
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Yale Autism Center of Excellence (ACE) 2021 Autism Summer Institute July 13th, 14th, and 16th
July 12, 2021
2021 ACE Autism Summer Institute Agenda Registration link For the first time, the NIH-funded Yale Autism Center of Excellence (ACE) and the Autism Program at the Child Study Center will present their annual Autism Summer Institute in a fully virtual format. Presentations will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 13 and 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and on Friday, July 16 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Highlighting our NIH-funded Autism Center of Excellence (ACE) research program Understanding Neurodevelopment in Autism, presentations will include updates on their studies of prenatal and neonatal brain development, cellular mechanisms underlying the development of … Continue reading
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“Joint Part C/Part B Early Intervention convening with CT Leaders in the field of ASD”
June 1, 2021
Due to an enthusiastic response, we have increased the capacity of slots to attend on June 8th. If you have previous tried to register and were told the convening was closed, you are in luck! Please take a moment to register now! The meeting link will be forwarded upon registration. *Advanced registration required! Register here! Joint Part C/Part B Early Intervention convening with CT Leaders in the field of ASD Please join Alice Ridgway, Part C Coordinator, Nicole Cossette, Assistant Part C Coordinator and Dr. Andrea Brinnel, SDE IDEA 619 Part B Manager in welcoming Dr. Ann Milanese, Dr. Marianne … Continue reading
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June 8, 2021 12:00-1:30 PM Joint Part C/Part B Early Intervention convening with CT Leaders in the field of ASD
May 25, 2021
UPDATE <<Sorry for the registration issues – thanks to the folks at Zoom Support the registration link is working now.>> https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ocumgrD0sH9M9oRzyQFYRQwZE7u6v4ZWj Please join Alice E. Ridgway, Part C Coordinator, Nicole Cossette, Assistant Part C Coordinator and Dr. Andrea Brinnel, SDE IDEA 619 Part B Manager in welcoming Dr. Ann Milanese, Dr. Marianne Barton, and Dr. Christine Peck to discuss challenges and advances around providing supports to children and families, especially as they transition from Birth to Three to preK special education. · How are early diagnosis and intensive supports changing children’s developmental trajectories? What are the implications? · Is an … Continue reading
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CPAC event April 22 @ 5:30 pm: Update from the Bureau of Special Education
April 20, 2021
Join Bryan Klimkiewicz, Special Education Division Director, and CPAC staff as we discuss COVID-19 and special education – where are we now and what can we expect for children receiving special education services? Register here!
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Read OEC’s new handout about promoting well-being during COVID-19
February 11, 2021
The Office of Early Childhood (OEC) has a new fact sheet with a list of trusted organizations offering support to families during the emergency. The resources — which were provided by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) — include links and contact information for behavioral health support, community resources, crisis hotlines, and more. Read the “promoting well-being” fact sheet here
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Priority Testing now available to Birth to Three personnel providing services for young children!
January 12, 2021
Here is the link to the updated OEC Memo 23-revised identifying Birth to Three personnel providing services to young children as a group qualifying for priority Covid-19 testing. OEC Memo 23 revised
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SpecialEdConnections.com Highlights A Birth to Three Therapist as Part of the “Bright Spot of Innovation” Series
July 9, 2020
Recently, Jennifer Michael, Developmental Therapist at KIDSTEP (SARAH-inc) was profiled in the ongoing “Bright Spot of Innovation” series highlighting the transition to providing services via technology during the current PHE and how it has afforded unique opportunities for all! Read the full article here
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Pediatric Teletherapy
April 13, 2020
Pediatric Teletherapy Live Continuing Education Course Summit Professional Education is offering a live interactive 2 hour continuing education course approved by the AOTA and APTA for CEUs Thursday April 16, 2020 from 5-7pm. The course Description highlights, ethics, evidence-based, technology, and problem solving service delivery remotely Cost is $79.99 but is free if you have the annual unlimited CEU plan Pediatric Teletherapy link for more information
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