Best Practices in Inclusive Education: Wisconsin Summer Institute

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Monday, July 25, 2011
5:30-7:00 pm Registration; Institute Social/Networking & Refreshments

Tuesday, July 26, 2011
7:30-8:15 Registration

8:15-9:45 General Session #1
Speaker: Dr. Paula Kluth (Oak Park, IL)
Topic: “Dwelling in Possibility: The Values, Beliefs & Habits of Inclusive Schools”

9:45-10:00 BREAK – Beverages Provided

10:00-11:30 Forums – Group #1

A. Joyful Learning: Using Active & Collaborative Structures to Differentiate Instruction – Dr. Paula Kluth (International Speaker, Author, Consultant & Advocate; Oak Park, IL)

B. Creating Safety – Dr. Mark Sweet (Consultant & Trainer for Disability Rights of Wisconsin; Madison)

C. Increasing Opportunities for Post-Secondary Educational Experiences: The Wisconsin State Plan– Molly Cooney (Waisman Center Staff; Madison)

D. The Co-teaching Role of Speech & Language in a High School General Education Class– Ingrid Curcio (Speech/Language Pathologist; Madison)

11:30-12:30 LUNCH - Provided

12:30-12:45 ACTION STEPS PRESENTATION– Dr. Kim Beloin

12:45-2:15 Forums – Group #2

E. Team or Individual Planning Option

F. A Land We Can Share: Access to the Literate Community for ALL – Dr. Paula Kluth (International Speaker, Author, Consultant & Advocate; Oak Creek, IL)

G. Employment First: Transition From School to Work – Dr. Laura Owens (Director & Founder of Creative Employment Opportunities & Associate Professor; Milwaukee)

H. Collaboration, Planning & Instruction for the Success of ALL Students – Fonda Lewis (Teacher Mentor, Integrated Comprehensive Services Team Member; Stoughton)

I. Parents’ Perspectives on Fostering Self-Determination in Children and Youth with Disabilities: Strategies for Schools – Molly Cooney & Katie Weir (Waisman Center
Staff; Madison)

2:15-2:30 BREAK – Beverages Provided

2:30-4:00 Forums – Group #3

J. Team or Individual Planning Option

K. Challenges & Strategies for Educating Students with Mental Illness – Nanci Shiman (MSW, Program Manager - Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation & Parent;
Mequon)

L. Brain Trauma & the Educational Implications – David Hill & Patrice Bently (Special Educator & School Psychologist; Madison Metropolitan School District)

M. An Overview of Wisconsin’s Vision for Response to Intervention– Julia Hartwig & Emilie Amundson (DPI Consultants; Madison)

N. Instructional Design - Ted Szalkowski (Administrator; Madison Metropolitan School District)

4:00-4:30 GRADUATE COURSE MEETING in Westwood Room

4:00-6:00 NETWORKING/SOCIAL HOUR – Upper Lounge & Patio

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

8:15-9:45 General Session #2
Speakers: Bob Kann & Cindy Bentley (Madison & Milwaukee)
Topic: “What Cindy CAN Do”

9:45-10:00 BREAK – Beverages Provided

10:00-11:30 Forums – Group #4

O. Team or Individual Planning Option

P. The Power of Storytelling – Bob Kann (Professor & Professional Storyteller; Madison)

Q. Sherman Middle: A School of Change – Mike Hernandez & Rebecca Kundert (Administrator & Special Educator; Sherman Middle School, Madison Metropolitan
School District)

R. My Journey Through Inclusive Schooling as a Young Deaf Woman– Melinda Beloin (University Student & Self Advocate; Grafton)

11:30-12:30 LUNCH - Provided

12:30-2:00 Forums – Group #5

S. Team or Individual Planning Option

T. Positive Behavior Supports in Your Classroom – Rebecca Kundert (Special Educator & PBIS Coach, Madison Metropolitan School District)

U. Current Best Practices for Preschool Children & the Application to K-12 Students – Sue Albert (Assistant Director for WI Preschool Options Project; CESA 10)

V. Common Core Standards in the Inclusive Classroom - Eva Kubinski (WI DPI Consultant; Madison)

2:00-2:30 Closing Remarks & Door Prizes