WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS & PROFESSIONALS

 

PRESENTED BY

THE GLEN RIDGE ASSOCIATION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

and

GLEN RIDGE STUDENT SERVICES

 

 

Back again by popular demand!

 

Please join us at this year’s workshop series presented by the Glen Ridge Schools Faculty. 

 

Glen Ridge Association of Special Education and the special services staff are presenting six workshops for parents and professionals. The workshops are designed to provide information about current educational research and practice regarding learning issues, instructional intervention and support.

 

These workshops are important to all who raise and teach children with special education needs. Parent attendance at all workshops is encouraged; as such participation will enhance the overall understanding of special education philosophy and programming.

 

Check below for this year’s line-up.

 

Save the Dates!!!

 

Tuesday, January 15, 2008 -       How People Read…or Not- Barbara Murphy

For some people it seems so natural and for others, an unbreakable code.  This presentation will provide an overview of the reading process and current scientific and educational research.  What differentiates good readers from poor readers?  What can parents and teachers do to help?  Come, find out.

                                                                       

Tuesday, January 29, 2008          -College & Support Services- Diane Hoffman & Ed Bobinski

This workshop will provide an overview of information that all parents of children requiring educational support services will need to know. If your child is thinking about going to college you need to be thinking about attending this workshop.

                                                                       

 

Tuesday, February 5, 2008-         Academic Development- Chris Savio, Melissa Bridge, Jenelle Hamer and Ed Bobinski

Over the years pull-out support class has become an integral component of the Resource Center’s intervention network. Background information and a general overview of the support process will be presented. This will be followed by presentations that will provide a more detailed look at both a middle school and high school Academic Development class.

                                                                       

 

Tuesday, February 26, 2008-       Assistive Technology- Shehnaz Tapal & Diane Hoffman

Assistive technology doesn’t always need to be technological. This workshop will provide information about the devices available to the student. There will also be important information about how to access tech services and how to utilize low-tech devices in the home.

 

 

Tuesday, March 11, 1008-                        Writing Workshop- Melissa Bridge, Caroline Bassillo and Shelley Bobinski

The writing process is more complicated that just ‘putting your thoughts down on paper’. Many students struggle developing written language skills and many parents have difficulty assisting in the process. Teachers will present pre-writing and drafting techniques that are helpful in brainstorming ideas and organizing thoughts.

 

 

Tuesday, March 25, 2008             Attention Disorder- Ed Bobinski & Shelley Bobinski

Coping with ADD issues is more than just paying attention. The presentation will provide an overview of current research and practice. Information will offer some insight as to the impact ADD issues have on overall functioning and development. Issues related to education and parenting will be discussed.

 

 

Presentations will take place in the Glen Ridge High School Media Center and will begin promptly at 7:00 PM.  

 

Watch your email for more detailed information on each workshop as presentation time nears!

 

To reserve your spot in these workshops, please email Michael Donovan at MDonovan@glenridge.org.  The Glen Ridge Professional Development Committee will offer PD Hours to any staff members who attend.

 

We look forward to seeing you there.