Understanding my world: Supporting students with Asperger syndrome
Date:
19 October 2009
Time:
08:30 - 15:00 NAS Helen Allison School, Longfield Road, Meopham, Kent DA13 0EW
This conference is aimed at parents of children and young people with Asperger syndrome or high-functioning autism and the professionals working with them, such as SENCO’s, teachers, classroom assistants, home-school liaison workers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists. The conference will provide you with practical ideas and give you an opportunity to network with others who have an interest in the subject.
List of speakers
Dean Beadle, an adult with Asperger syndrome
Dr. Glenys Jones, The University of Birmingham
Alice Stobart, NAS South East Education Service
Annie Etherington, Senior advisory teacher, Barnet LEA
Corrina Laurie, Specialist Occupational therapist
Victoria Little, NAS Prospects Employment Service
Conference fee
£50 for professionals and £20 for parents.
This includes conference material, and a light lunch
Booking Form
If you would like to attend, please complete the application form below and return it to Helen Allison School by post at the above address or email to helenallison@nas.org.uk by Monday 12th October 2009.
If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Michelle Hunt on 01474 814878 or email us on helenallison@nas.org.uk