** All AR LEARN registration forms (under helpful resources on the right, bottom of this page) should be FAXed or mailed to Pam Hutchins, FAX 870-246-1452 , 711 Clinton St., Arkadelphia, AR 71923, or call 870-246-1451 for questions.
Workshops are open for registration @ 8 weeks before the presentation.
**TAGTeach Primary Certificatiion Workshop-May 21/22, AR LEARN Conference Room-Conway, AR, 8:30-3:30 each day, $125 fee, includes lunch. This seminar promises to add new and constructive tools for use in almost any field. TAGTeach contains a three-step system to identify, highlight, and reinforce elements crucial to skill acquisition and retention. Learners quickly gain confidence in themselves and their TAGteachers. The technology can be applied with any age, population or skill level, although special attention will be given to the application of TAGTeach methodologies to teaching students with autism. Seating is limited. Contact Jennifer Hennessey if interested, 501-514-4752. Attendees will be invoiced prior to training. NO REFUNDS, but name substitutions are allowed.
** Two day Special Ed. Unit training for all LEA Supervisors/Coordinators, Day I, June 11- Standards Based IEP's (Session I), lunch provided. Day II, June 12, continuation of Standards Based IEP's(Session I) 8:30-11-:30. Finance and Budget (Session II) 11:30-3:30, lunch provided for those registered for Finance/Budget Training. Participants may register for either or both sessions. There is no registration fee, but pre-registration is required. To pre-register, use the form under Resouces at the bottom, right side of this page and FAX or mail to Pam Hutchins, 870-246-1452, Dawson ESC, 711 Clinton St., Arkadelphia, AR 71923 Please indicate whether you are registering for Session I, Session II or for both. For questions, email Pam at pamh@dawson.dsc.k12.ar.us To reserve a room at the Holiday Inn for June 10/11, call 501-490-1000, and ask for the govt/AR LEARN rate of $88.
**LINKS-1 day Comprehensive Workshop-June 25, Easter Seals Outpatient Services Bldg. Little Rock, $195 includes workshop and LINKS manual. Links Workshop participants will learn to integrate assessment and instruction to meet the educational needs of students at upper elementary, middle, high school and post-secondary. Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities may particularly benefit from the LINKS curriculum. All participants will receive an extended 6 week free preview of four routines and associated lessons of the LINKS Online Curriculum. Contact Dianna Griffe, Easter Seals Outreach Program, 501-227-3770, dgriffe@eastersealsar.com or www.eastersealsar.com
**TEACCH/STAR-Splash-Supporting People Learning about Autism School and Home-Two trainings offered-North West AR-Lincoln Jr. High, Bentonville, June 25-June 29, 8:00-4:00. Little Rock-July 30-Aug.3- Roberts Elem- 8:00-4:00. Cost for each training is $1500, includes training materials, breaks and lunch. This workshop will provide a wide variety of learning opportunities including lecture, learning groups, guided instruction and hands on opportunities with ASD students. The week will involve instruction regarding best practices with regard to understanding and education students with ASD. Training will cover the principles of TEACCH and STAR. Full week participation is required to receive credit. Contact Sherry Tanner for registration: sherryt@conwaycorp.net 501-329-7400.