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2018 Autism Spectrum Disorder
Conference
Putting Together the Puzzle
Columbia Conference Center
169 Laurelhurst Avenue
Columbia, SC 29210
November 1, 2018
SUPPORTED BY THE OSES ASD TASK FORCE
Agenda
Time Event
7:30 – 8:30 Registration
Welcome
8:30 – 9:30 Rebecca C. Davis, OSES Director
Agenda and Autism Updates
Introduction of ASD Task Force
Lisa Raiford, Ed.D., Education Associate: Autism
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5
IEP Development Transition, Your Prevent-Teach- Latinos Making Talk to Me, Please!
and Compliance Youth, and You Reinforce for Connections Recognizing
9:30 – 10:30 Young Children Communication
(PTR-YC) with Gaps and
Session 1
Autism Implementing
Strategies to
Increase Effective
Interaction
10:30 – 10:45 Transition Break
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5
Accommodations The South Carolina Troubleshooting Community Communicating
and High School Problems that May Agency Supports Needs from High
10:45 – 11:45 Modifications for Credential: Arise During the I
School to College
Session 2 Students with Requirements and FBA-BIP Process
Autism Resources for Individuals
with ASD
Lunch
11:45 – 1:00 Speaker: Dr. Debra Leach, Winthrop University (12:15)
ASD and Inclusion
1:00 – 1:30 Partner Exhibit (hallway/lobby) *
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5
How to Comply Resources to Sensory for Cents: A Parent's Speech Language
With Medicaid Support Secondary Inexpensive and Perspective on and
1:30 – 2:30 Policy and Transition DIY Sensory Managing the Communication in
Session 3 Provide ASD Programming: A Tools for the Challenges of ASD
Guidance Panel Session of Classroom and Autism
Community Service Beyond
Providers
2:30 – 2:45 Transition Break*
Strand 1 Strand 2 Strand 3 Strand 4 Strand 5
Supporting Empowering Youth Putting Together Community ACC Intervention
Program with Autism for the Puzzle: 27 Agency Supports
Compliance: Post-School Evidence-Based II
2:45 – 3:45 Systemic and Success ASD Practices to
Systematic Support Positive
Session 4
District Wide Behavior
Planning for the
Support of
Students with
Autism
Session Strand Descriptions and Locations
Strand Location
Strand 1: Legalities and Compliance in ASD Salon A
Strand 2: Post-Secondary Transitions and Understanding the
Ballroom 2, Classrooms 1-2
Employability Credential for Individuals with ASD
Strand 3: Behavior/Social Emotional Strategies for ASD Salon B
Strand 4: Enlisting the Support of Parents and the ASD Community for
Ballroom 2, Classrooms 3-4
Educators
Strand 5: Communication for ASD Salon C
Keynote Speaker
ASD and Inclusion
Dr. Debra Leach
Dr. Debra Leach is a Professor of Special Education at Winthrop University. She serves as the program director
for the undergraduate special education program and as the Director of the Winthrop Think College program, a
fully-inclusive post-secondary program for students with ID/DD. Her areas of specialization are ASD, ABA,
PBIS, MTSS, and inclusion from birth to adulthood. She is the author of Bringing ABA into Your Inclusive
Classroom, Bringing ABA to Home, School, and Play for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and
Other Disabilities, and Behavioral Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Practical Help for 10
Common Challenges.Presentation Descriptions
Session 1 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Strand 1: IEP Development and Compliance
Presenters: Dianne Bennett, Education Associate: Low Incidence; Jenny Dillon, Ombudsman; Lisa McCliment, School
Psychologist, OSES
Description: This session will be a walkthrough of the SC Enrich IEP and will focus on tips to help users write more
compliant IEPs. The content will be based on systemic areas of concern in IEP development identified throughout the
state.
Strand 2: Transition, Your Youth, and You
Presenters: AJ Dearybury, Parent School Partnership Program, SC Autism Society
Description: As students with autism transition towards adulthood there are many things that parents need to prepare for
in regard to their rights and the rights of their children as they become adults. This presentation will provide basic
information to parents and educators about how to be prepared and how to prepare their student for adulthood by
developing a transition life plan.
Strand 3: Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Young Children (PTR-YC) with Autism
Presenters: Jenny May, 619 Coordinator, OSES
Description: This presentation will provide an overview of the pyramid model, a framework of evidence-based strategies
for reducing challenging behaviors and teaching desired ones while supporting social-emotional development of young
children. In tier 3 of the pyramid, strategies for working with young children who exhibit consistently challenging
behavior through PTR-YC will be introduced. Participants will be introduced to a menu of options to a. understand
behavior, b. collect baseline and trend data on it's frequency, and c. consider strategies for teaching and reinforcing a new
desired behavior to meet the function of the undesired behavior. This session is intended for an audience interested in
early childhood/preschool applications of this work in an early childhood environment.
Strand 4: Latinos Making Connections
Presenters: Amy Holbert, Executive Director, Family Connection of SC
Description: Autism is a growing health concern, as evidenced by the dramatic rise in the number of cases reported
across the country and the world. Unfortunately, due to a lack of information and other barriers, Latino children are
diagnosed later than other children. Education statistics show that Latino children are at risk of not receiving the services
and supports they need to develop and realize their potential. The purpose of Latinos Making Connections, is to bring a
model of support to a child's learning and to improve understanding of autism spectrum disorder. Information empowers
parents to understand and accept their child’s condition and positively affect outcomes by advocating for their child.
Strand 5: Talk to Me, Please! - Recognizing Communication Gaps and Implementing Strategies to Increase
Effective Interaction
Presenters: Lisa Lane, Co-Executive Director, Project HOPE
Using a case study as our guide, we will examine common gaps in effective communication for individuals across the
breadth of the spectrum. We will discuss simple ABA-based approaches to building communication skills that address the
various functions of language (manding, tacting, intraverbals) and explore potential strategies to encourage increased
communication in everyday situations.
Session 2 10:45 am – 11:45 am
Strand 1: Accommodations and Modifications for Students with Autism
Presenters: Kylie McKinney, Autism Specialist & Emily Cook, Autism Specialist, Spartanburg 7
Description: During IEP and Section 504 meetings, parents meet with the teachers and school administrators to determine
what kind of accommodations and modifications should be implemented to best help their child with autism. Each child
with autism is different; each with unique needs, strengths and weaknesses, special interest, repetitive behavioral patterns,
and sensory issues. This workshop will give you a clear understanding of autism, types of accommodations and
modification that can be made to the environment, curriculum, instruction, or assessment in order for students with autism
to be successful learners.Strand 2: The South Carolina High School Credential: Requirements and Resources
Presenters: Tabitha Strickland, Education Associate: High Incidence & Kim Watkins, Education Associate: Intellectual
Disabilities and Alternate Assessment, Office of Special Education Services, SCDE
Description: This session will provide information on The South Carolina High School Credential to ensure that
classroom teachers and other service providers of students with autism will leave with the guidance and training needed to
remove potential barriers of access to quality implementation of the components of the South Carolina High School
Credential. Participants will explore the guidelines, requirements, and resources for implementation and sustainability of
the South Carolina High School Credential.
Strand 3: Troubleshooting Problems that May Arise During the FBA-BIP Process
Presenters: Dr. Shanna Hirsch, Assistant Professor of Special Education, Clemson University
Description: Substantial empirical evidence exists indicating that the functional behavioral assessment (FBA) process is
an effective means to reduce student problem behavior and increase desirable behaviors (e.g., U. S. Department of
Education, 2016). However, the FBA-BIP process is complex and problems may arise which impede effective
implementation. We discuss four potential problems and offer research-based suggestions for troubleshooting. An FBA-
BIP self-check will be provided.
Strand 4: Group Agency Support I
Presenters: Multiple ASD Community Agencies
Description: Local agencies that provide services for individuals with ASD and their families share resources with
participants.
Strand 5: Communicating Needs from High School to College for Individuals with ASD
Presenters: Sara McKay, Education Associate: Accessibility, Office of Special Education Services, SCDE
Description: Learn about communicating the challenges individuals with ASD have in transitioning from the high
school to college environment in order to help them achieve better outcomes.
Session 3 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Strand 1: How to Comply with Medicaid Policy and Provide ASD Guidance
Presenters: Dietrich Drayton, Education Associate, SCDE
Description: The Office of Medicaid services will provide an overview of the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
qualifications to clarify any miscommunication on how the service can be rendered in a school base setting. Although
school district are not billing for ASD services, we can provide guidance on how to make referrals to qualified ASD
providers and guidance on Medicaid policy issues.
Strand 2: Resources to Support Secondary Transition Programming: A Panel Session of Community Service
Providers
Presenters: Joy Ivester, Transition Alliance of SC – Facilitator, Laura Spears, SC Vocational Rehabilitation, Emily
Beasley, Able SC, Julia Martinelli, Access Ability, Laura Elder, SC DDSN, Dr. Carol Page, SC Assistive Technology
Program, Amy Holbert, Family Connection of SC
Description: This is an open panel discussion.
Strand 3: Sensory for Cents: Inexpressive and DIY Sensory Tools for the Classroom and Beyond
Presenters: Elizabeth Moore, Assistive Technology Specialist, Office of Special Education Services, SCDE
Description: This presentation will include an electronic presentation to share some background information about
sensory needs, examples and descriptions of inexpensive and DIY sensory implements, some virtual sensory tools for
computers and tablets, and a "make and take" activity so that attendees will leave with their first DIY sensory tool in hand.
We will also discuss how many of these sensory tools can carry over to the home to meet sensory needs outside of the
classroom.Strand 4: A Parent's Perspective on Managing the Challenges of Autism
Presenters: Jane McMillan, Parent
Description: This session will provide participants with a parents’ perspective in learning about autism and finding
resources including researching differences in individuals with ASD, getting a diagnosis, adapting to a “New World”,
tapping into your parental influence, finding the right resources for your child, building a collaborative environment with
resources, looking forward to the future.
Strand 5: Speech Language and Communication in ASD
Presenters: Elena Ghionis, Autism Specialist, Spartanburg 5
Description: Students with ASD may have difficulty developing language skills and understanding what others say to
them. They also may have difficulty communicating nonverbally, such as through hand gestures, eye contact, and facial
expressions. A student’s ability to communicate will vary, depending upon his or her intellectual and social development.
Some children with autism may be unable to speak. Others may have rich vocabularies and be able to talk about specific
subjects in great detail. Some children with ASD have little or no problem pronouncing words. The majority, however,
have difficulty using language effectively, especially when they talk to other people. They also may be unable to
understand body language and the nuances of vocal tones. This workshop brings together clinical practice, research, and
examples of successful methods of teaching students with ASD.
Session 4 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm
Strand 1: Supporting Program Compliance: Systemic and Systematic District Wide Planning for the Support of
Students with Autism
Presenters: Brenda Harper, Director of Special Education, Anderson School District Five
Description: District special education leaders will share with conference participants how they organized and support
programming for students with Autism within the district, including consultation, professional development, inter-
disciplinary coordination and parent support. The focus of the presentation will be on the district wide planning process,
lessons learned and creating a vision for your district wide program. The audience that this presentation would be most
helpful for are those districts that might be looking to implement supports across the continuum of services that have little
in place at present.
Strand 2: Empowering Youth with Autism for Post-School Success
Presenters: Emily Beasley, Equip Coordinator, Charlie Walters, Director of Transition Programs, Able SC
Description: This session will cover perceived barriers to student engagement for young adults with autism from the
perspective of a youth advocate leader who, herself, lives, thrives and succeeds with autism. In addition, the presenters
will provide an overview of best practice in student engagement with suggestions for influences on classroom practice.
Strand 3: Putting Together the Puzzle: 27 Evidence-based ASD Practices to Support Positive Behavior.
Presenters: Lisa O. Raiford, Education Associate: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Office of Special Education Services,
SCDE
Description: This session will present the 27 evidence-based practices to support individuals with Autism. Definitions,
modeling, and examples along with templates will be provided.
Strand 4: Group Agency Support II
Presenters: Multiple ASD Community Agencies
Description: Local agencies that provide services for individuals with ASD and their families share resources with
participants.
Strand 5: AAC Intervention
Presenters: Carol Page, Program Manager and Speech Language Pathologist
Description: Even with communication systems, children with Autism who are nonverbal miss a lot of language
opportunities compared to their verbal peers. What can early interventionists, therapists, teachers, and parents do to bridge
the gap? It does require learning new skills, but it doesn’t require additional therapy time. A child’s success depends a lot
on what happens outside of the therapy room during natural, every day routines. This session will look at strategies and
interventions that increase a child’s language skills, literacy skills, communication skills and maintain academic success
with their peers.ASD Task Force
Member Organization
Lisa O. Raiford, Ed.D., Education Associate
State Department of Education
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Office of Special Education Services
ASD Task Force Chair
Shanna Hirsch, Professor
Clemson University, Clemson
ASD Endorsement Sub Com
Deborah Leach, Professor Winthrop University
ASD Endorsement Sub Com Rock Hill
Charlotte Koster Consulant Beaufort School District
ASD Endorsement Subcommittee Charleston
Richland CountySchool Distirct 1
Jennifer Devine, Autism Teacher
Columbia
Marcella Ridley, Executive Director Winston’s Wish
Karen Fries, Professor Francis Marion
ASD Endorsement Sub Com Florence
Family Connection
Amy Holbert, Executive Director
Columbia
Anslie Patrick, Executive Director Autism Academy of SC, Columbia
Tiffany Owens Pickens School District
ASD Endorsement Sub Com Pickens
Elana Ghionis, Autism Specialist Spartanburg 7
ASD Endorsement Sub Com McCarthy Teszler School, Spartanburg
Danielle Strickland Rich/Lex District 5
Daniel Davis DDSN
Patricia Hensley, Professor Furman University, Summer Learning Place
Amy Hildenbrand, Director
Greenwood School District 50
Special Education Programs
Katie Wolfe, PhD, BCBA-D, Professor
USC
ASD Endorsement Sub Com
Joe Sutton, PhD, NCED, Director Project Create
ASD Endorsement Sub Com SCDE OSES
Richard R. Ferrante, Ph.D. USC Center for Disability Resources
ASD Endorsement Subcommittee Department of Pediatrics
Jessica Brown, Executive Director All4Autism
Amy Pennington, Outreach Coordinator All4Autism
Sharon Richer, Ph.D., Professor Project Create
ASD Endorsement Subcommittee SCDE OSES
Susan Sachs, MSW, Executive Director Project Hope
Lisa Lane, JD, Executive Director Project Hope
Viola Hendley Retired Autism Teacher
Jane McMillan ParentVenue Map – Columbia Conference Center
Thank you for your attention and attendance!
OSES ASD Virtual Library
Office of Special Education Services
Rebecca C. Davis, Director
1919 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201
803.734-8224 (office)
803.734.5021 (fax)
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