Empowering Communication: Goal Writing for AAC Users in IEPs

Event Date: 2/26/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Educational Service Center - 1885 Lake Ave., Elyria

Registration Details:
Target Audience:  SLPs

Join us for an in-depth professional development session focused on writing effective and meaningful IEP goals for students who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). This workshop will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to create individualized, measurable, and functional goals that address the unique communication needs of AAC users.

Through evidence-based practices, real-world examples, and collaborative discussions you will learn:
  • Techniques for writing measurable, attainable, and impactful AAC-related IEP goals.
  • Strategies for aligning AAC goals with curriculum standards and functional communication needs.
  • Integrate AAC tools and strategies into the IEP process effectively.

Whether you're new to AAC or looking to refine your goal-writing skills, this session will provide actionable insights to empower your students and enhance their communication potential.

 
Facilitator:  Natalie Gonyea, M.A., CCC-SLP/ESC AAC Consultant
 
Contact Hrs:  4

Event Fee:  $25 - LC District Members*  |  $75 - Non-Members
*Member Districts:  Amherst, Avon, Avon Lake, Clearview, Columbia, Elyria, Firelands, JVS, Keystone, Lorain, Midview, North Ridgeville, Oberlin, Sheffield-Sheffield Lake, Wellington

Assistance: Debbie Shannon, [email protected] or 440.324.5777 x1112
ALL COMMUNICATION IS VIA EMAIL.  PLEASE ENTER YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS CAREFULLY WHEN REGISTERING.
PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
EVENTS REQUIRING A REGISTRATION FEE:  We must receive your cancellation in writing by emailing [email protected] at least 24-hours prior to the event date for a full refund. If you do not cancel or are a no-show, you/your district will be charged/invoiced the full event fee.

EVENTS WITH NO REGISTRATION FEE:   We must receive your cancellation in writing by emailing [email protected] at least 24-hours  prior to the event.  If you do not cancel or are a no-show, you/your district will be invoiced a $25 registration fee since our presenters prepare their presentation and may charge an event/planning fee.
If you do not receive a confirmation of cancellation from Debbie Shannon, please follow up by calling 440.324.5777 ext 1112.
In the case of an emergency or situations out of the ordinary, registrations are transferable to another colleague.


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