2012 ABI Conference

Lessons from History: Successful Advocacy in Difficult Times, Together we have Power! – Madeleine Will, Director of the National Policy Center of the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)

Wisdom of Students…What we have learned about Inclusive Schools – Robi Kronberg Ph.D, Educational Consultant

Universal Design for Learning: Modifications and Accommodations for all Students – Robi Kronberg Ph.D, Educational Consultant

All Children have the Right to Communicate: Assistive Technology and Creative Supports – Beth Bertoti, MS, Providence Swindells Center

Learning to Embrace Success and the Power of High Expectations – Michael Bailey, President of Disability Rights Oregon (DRO), President National Disability Rights Network, Professor, Author, Speaker, and Father

Kindergarten Inclusion Cohort: Skills, Community, and a Path to Belonging – Ruth Falco Ph.D., PSU; Alicia Delashmutt, NWDSA Cohort Coordinator

Fundamentals of the IEP: Law, Rights, and Keeping the Focus on the Individual – Christine Shank, Attorney from Disability Rights Oregon (DRO)

(Session in Spanish) Community, Inclusion, and Communication – Abby Braithwaite, NWDSA Communications and Outreach; Sheyla Hirshon, MESD and Mother; Tiffany Scott, Teacher & Janelle Bickford SLP

Successful Social Inclusion of People with Disabilities – Ann Donica-Sullivan, MEd Concordia University; Stephanie McBride, PSU Senior Instructor Curriculum and Instruction

Moving from Student Need to Statewide Change: Policy and Progress Cast Study Using Universal Design for Learning – Madeleine Will, Director of the National Policy Center of the National Down syndrome Society (NDSS); Heather Sachs, Board Member Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County

Positive Strategies for Challenging Behaviors: Home, School, and Community – Stephanie Hunter, Behavior Specialist, Oregon Technical Assistance Corporation (OTAP)

Beyond Sex Ed 101: Supporting my Child’s Sexuality and Relationships – Kristy Hellum MA, MFT; Neera Malhorta, PSU doctoral student

Loving Literacy in the Early Years – Ruth Falco Ph.D., Director, Research Center on Inclusive and Effective Educational Practices, Portland State University

Tapping into the Power of Your Child’s Strengths and Your Community’s Gifts – Dave Andrews, Supervisor MECP Early Childhood

WA State Employment: The History, the Present, the Future – Mary Strehlow, Developmental Disabilities Manager, and Susan Harrell, Senior Program Manager

How Parents, Teachers, and Kids Can Collaborate to Support Successful Inclusion – Roni Kronberg Ph.D

Navigating an Inclusive Life: Tools to Deal with Detours, Dead Ends, and Blowouts – Roberta Dunn, Parent and Executive Director of FACT

Behavior in the Early Years: Strategies for Positive Supporting Parents and Preschool Teachers – Tim Andrews M.S, Early Childhood Positive Behavior Support Specialist MESD

Real Life/Real Dreams An Employee Tells How – Eleanor Bailey, Community Advocate; Megan Andricos, Inclusion Inc.; Melissa Miller, Job Development Specialist UCP; Lori Mashek Vocational Rehabilitation; Pat Cassidy, New Seasons Market

Teaming for Inclusion: Success in Middle School – Angela Jarvis-Holland, Executive Director NWDSA; Teaching Team from Sunnyside Environmental School

Transition: The Path to Health, Wellness, and Independence – Josiah Barber, Portland State University School of Social Work

Expanding Post Secondary Education Options: Naming the Barriers and Creating the Solutions – Madeleine Will, Director of the National Policy Center of the National Down syndrome Society (NDSS); Heather Sachs, Board Member Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County

I Just Want to Move My Body: Ideas, Strategies and Environments – Mary Williams, Occupational Therapist PPS & Yoga Calm Certified; Bonnie Doyle, Adapted PE Teacher/MS Elementary & Adapted PE

iPad Applications that Support Inclusion – Shar Powell, Assistive Technology Specialist OTAP

IEP Goal Writing for Inclusion – Michael Bailey, President of Disability Rights Oregon (DRO), President National Disability Rights Network, Professor, Author, Speaker, and Father

History of Disability: Civil and Human Rights – Dean Westwood, Director OHSU Center on Self-Determination, Coordinator, LEND

(Session in Spanish) Person Centered Plan, IEP Development and How Parent Empowerment is Accomplished – Susana Ramirez, Special Education Advocate Disability Rights Oregon

Teaching with Heart and Mind: Techniques and Ideas for Creating Inclusive Classrooms Where Every Student Succeeds – Paula Stanovich, Professor and Director Inclusive Elementary Educators Program & PSU Students