Saturday
April 9, 2016 
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wichita State University Metroplex
Wichita, Kansas
Registration Fees

$30
Parent, foster parent or education advocate

$20
Youth with a disa bility  (14-21 and attending high school)

College student with ID
$20
College student (with ID)

$40
Professional

Need more information? 

(316) 945-7747 or
(888) 815-6364


A limited number of parent scholarships is available through Families Together, Inc. 
Parents may call (316) 945-7747 or 1-888-815-6343 to request a scholarship.  Scholarships cover registration, lunch and conference materials.
Featuring

Stephen Hinkle
The Hidden Curriculum of School

Stephen Hinkle, M.A., is a graduate of Northern Arizona University with a Master's degree in Disability Policy. Stephen has a Bachelor's degree in computer science from San Diego State University. Stephen is an individual with autism. When he was very young, his mother was told that she should institutionalize him. She did not. Stephen grew up in the special education system, noting what worked and did not work throughout his journey. He calls this "the hidden curriculum." Stephen has been featured in many interviews, articles, and at conferences in many states.

Strategies for teachers and parents to help people with autism and other special needs face social challenges. Learn strategies and tips for teaching the skills needed for children and students which aren't taught in school, like how to be involved in school spirit activities, lunchtime fun activities, after school activities, visual and performing arts, the games played at recess, school dances, making friends, etiquette, and more.
Sean Smith
TECH Tools & Strategies

Sean J. Smith holds the rank of Professor of Special Education at the University of Kansas. Dr. Smith has a background in the area of special education and technology, specifically towards the integration of technology across teacher preparation programs. He has authored and presented a number of articles and papers dealing with special education technology and is currently a Project Director on several US Department of Education program initiatives seeking to further the integration of technology components across teacher preparation programs and into the lives of students with disabilities as well as the development of a virtual social skill training experience for students with Autism. Dr. Smith has served as an associate editor for the Journal of Special Education Technology and currently serves as an Associate Editor for Teaching Exceptional Children. He is the proud parent of four young children, one having an intellectual disability.

This workshop will focus on technology-based solutions (low, mid, and high tech) as well as ways family members can further enhance their involvement in the identification, implementation, and evaluation of technology tools to assist their son or daughter with a disability. Discover how technology can reduce a student's reliance on parents, siblings, friends and teachers, helping foster not only access to the general education curriculum but also improving self-esteem.
Breakout Sessions
Education  Track
  •  Behavior
  •  Celebrating Employment Panel
  •  Virtual School and Students with Disabilities
  •  Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
Special Healthcare Needs Track
  •  Mental Health
  •  Speech and Hearing
Youth Track
  •  Self-determination
  •  iTransition and iHealth
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Spring Hill Suites East at Plazzio under Families Together, Inc. The special rates are $99 for Double Queen and $89 for a King Suite.  To reserve a room call (316) 681-1800.