Empower, Equip, Inspire! 2016

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NJCIE’S 14th ANNUAL SUMMER INCLUSION CONFERENCE—NORTH & CENTRAL LOCATIONS!

PROVEN STRATEGIES

for Implementing

Inclusive Education in

Classrooms all

14th Annual Summer Inclusion Conference presented by New Jersey Coalition for

Inclusive Education (NJCIE)

Central NJ June 27th

Brookdale Community College Warner Student Life Center, Navesink Room

765 Newman’s Spring Road Lincroft, NJ 07738

Northern NJ

June 28th & 29th Montclair State University The Conference Center at Montclair State University (MSU), University Hall, 7th Floor

30 East Normal Avenue Montclair, NJ 07043

University Conference Partner

MSU’s Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health, College of Education and Human

Services and Department of Early Childhood, Elementary and Literacy Education, Graduate

Programs in Inclusive Education

conference locations Two year

this new

NJCIE’s Summer Inclusion Conference is endorsed by the NJEA Professional Development Institute.

7 earn up to

p.d. hrs. per day District Groups of 10+

Currently enrolled

undergrad students, Parents,

Self-advocates

Needs-based funding is available for parents

or family members.

Contact NJCIE

Special Rates

Available

This not-to-be-missed conference provides up-to-date information and hands-on strategies to make inclusive best practices work for ALL students.

NJCIE’s conference presenters are leading national professionals, New Jersey teachers, administrators, higher education faculty, parents, and consultants with hands-on inclusion-based education experience.

June 28th & 29th June 27th

Conference Sponsored By

For online registration or to access NJCIE’s paper registration go to:

http:// NJCIE.org Questions, contact NJCIE: NJCIE@NJCIE.org

732-613-0400 / Kerri O’Keefe

Highlighting Some of Our New Jersey & Nationally Acclaimed Speakers

DR. JULIE CAUSTON is a Professor in the Inclusive and Special Education Program, Department of

Teaching and Leadership at Syracuse University. Her teaching, research,

and consulting are guided by a passion for inclusive education. She

teaches graduate and undergraduate courses focused on including

students with disabilities, supporting behavior, differentiation,

special education law, lesson design, and adaption. A former ele-

mentary, middle, and high school special education teacher herself,

Julie knows firsthand how inclusion leads to better outcomes for students. Ju-

lie’s research and writing focus on best practices in inclusive education that

promote belonging in schools. Particular areas of expertise are: school reform,

inclusive teacher training, collaboration, humanistic behavioral supports, lesson

planning, and providing invisible adult supports. Her published works have ap-

peared in over thirty journals, including Exceptional Children, Teaching Exception-

al Children, Journal of Research in Childhood Education, International Journal of

Inclusive Education, Behavioral Disorders, Studies in Art Education, Camping Maga-

zine, Remedial and Special Education, and Equity and Excellence in Education.

MICHELLE LOCKWOOD, M.S. is the Director of Positive Behavior Support Services for NJCIE and has over 17

years of professional experience working with students and individuals in need

of behavioral support. Michelle works to share her expertise throughout New

Jersey school districts providing professional education and support to school

staff for the advancement of school-wide, classroom, and individual student posi-

tive behavior support systems. Michelle also facilitates the development of behav-

ior intervention plans for individual students and presents informative workshops to

parent groups. Prior to joining the staff of NJCIE in 2007, Michelle was a Behavior Specialist and Inclu-

sion Facilitator for the Howard County Public School System in Maryland.

BETSY SMITH was selected as a role model by Exceptional Parent magazine in 2000. She was one of the first

students with Down syndrome to be included in general education in New Jersey. Betsy’s suc-

cesses include graduating with honors from Montclair High School, maintaining her own apart-

ment, attending classes at Montclair State University, excelling at a 17 year career at the

Montclair YMCA, presenting speeches and keynotes, and participating on panels across the

nation. She serves on the boards of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities and the

New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education. Betsy is a former board member of the Yogi Berra Mu-

seum and Learning Center and President Clinton’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities.

KERRI O’KEEFE, B.A. has dyslexia but is determined to be more than her disability. Kerri earned a B.A. from

Quinnipiac University in 2014, graduating with a 3.5 GPA and as a member of the Nation-

al Communications Honors Society. Kerri demonstrates true ability as she works towards

her M.A.T. in Special Education at NJCU, manages NJCIE’s major events, and participates

in fundraising efforts as a Development Associate. This conference will be Kerri’s premier

speaking engagement.

DR. CAROL QUIRK is the is the Executive Director for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Educa-

tion and serves on the Executive Team of the SWIFT Center, the US De-

partment of Education’s National Inclusive School Reform Center.

She has worked with schools implementing systems change ap-

proaches to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

Dr. Quirk has extensive experience in planning instruction for

students with disabilities, developing positive behavior supports,

promoting collaboration among educators, and providing quality professional

development for general and special educators to include students with disa-

bilities. She earned an Ed.D. from Johns Hopkins University, and a B.A. and

M.A. from the University of Connecticut. Dr. Quirk was named to President

Obama’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities in 2011 and was

recognized as the 2012 Distinguished Alumna by Johns Hopkins University. Dr.

Quirk’s background includes former careers as a teacher of students with devel-

opmental disabilities, a psychologist, and technical assistance director for early

intervention programs.

DR. RHONDA BONDIE is a Professor of Special Education at Fordham University in New York City. Her

distinguished career encompasses over 20 years as an artist-in-residence, spe-

cial educator, and administrator in K-12 urban public schools. As a faculty mem-

ber at Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Project Zero Classroom, Dr. Bon-

die developed expertise in teaching for understanding, making thinking visible,

and using protocols to build collaborative learning cultures. Her innovative learning

strategies have been shared via NJCIE’s free webinar series, published in books includ-

ing: Making Thinking Visible and Igniting Creativity in Gifted Learners, K-6: Strategies for Every Teach-

er and; displayed on the National History Education Clearinghouse website.

DR. PEGGY McDONALD is the Acting Deputy Chief of Learning Supports and Specialized Services Officer at the New Jersey

Department of Education and is a former Director of the Office of Special Education Programs.

Peggy will discuss the development of the New Jersey Tiered System of Supports, (NJTSS). Simi-

lar to a Response to Intervention model, NJTSS is a framework for schools to implement a con-

tinuum of academic and behavior supports to ALL students in an integrated manner affording

students with disabilities additional opportunities for inclusion. NJTSS includes universal screen-

ing, core instruction incorporating the principles of UDL, progress monitoring and evidence-based

interventions among other critical components.

SAM REILLY graduated from the Montclair Transition Program in 2012. While in the program, he completed

an internship in food service at Montclair State University, (MSU), and took courses in music

and acting. After graduation, Sam was hired at an MSU restaurant, where he currently works

three days a week. He also volunteers in the recreation department at a nursing home in

Montclair. Sam’s hobbies are playing guitar, working out, chess, and filmmaking. You can view

some of his films on YouTube at the Media Crunch channel.

PROVEN STRATEGIES

for Implementing

Inclusive Education in

all Classrooms

Student growth is the key

concept of present educa-

tional reform and inclusion

is an integral component.

While state and federal

initiatives aim at closing

gaps and helping all students

reach grade level standards,

the focus for students with

disabilities is on progress

in their individual goals

as well as growth toward

curriculum benchmarks.

The goal of this conference

is to reduce confusion by

providing teachers with

strategies to make growth

possible for those who

struggle the most and to

help parents understand

how to ensure meaningful

education for their children.

Highlighting Some of Our New Jersey & Nationally Acclaimed Speakers

DR. CAROL QUIRK is the is the Executive Director for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Educa-

tion and serves on the Executive Team of the SWIFT Center, the US De-

partment of Education’s National Inclusive School Reform Center.

She has worked with schools implementing systems change ap-

proaches to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

Dr. Quirk has extensive experience in planning instruction for

students with disabilities, developing positive behavior supports,

promoting collaboration among educators, and providing quality professional

development for general and special educators to include students with disa-

bilities. She earned an Ed.D. from Johns Hopkins University, and a B.A. and

M.A. from the University of Connecticut. Dr. Quirk was named to President

Obama’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities in 2011 and was

recognized as the 2012 Distinguished Alumna by Johns Hopkins University. Dr.

Quirk’s background includes former careers as a teacher of students with devel-

opmental disabilities, a psychologist, and technical assistance director for early

intervention programs.

DR. RHONDA BONDIE is a Professor of Special Education at Fordham University in New York City. Her

distinguished career encompasses over 20 years as an artist-in-residence, spe-

cial educator, and administrator in K-12 urban public schools. As a faculty mem-

ber at Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Project Zero Classroom, Dr. Bon-

die developed expertise in teaching for understanding, making thinking visible,

and using protocols to build collaborative learning cultures. Her innovative learning

strategies have been shared via NJCIE’s free webinar series, published in books includ-

ing: Making Thinking Visible and Igniting Creativity in Gifted Learners, K-6: Strategies for Every Teach-

er and; displayed on the National History Education Clearinghouse website.

DR. PEGGY McDONALD is the Acting Deputy Chief of Learning Supports and Specialized Services Officer at the New Jersey

Department of Education and is a former Director of the Office of Special Education Programs.

Peggy will discuss the development of the New Jersey Tiered System of Supports, (NJTSS). Simi-

lar to a Response to Intervention model, NJTSS is a framework for schools to implement a con-

tinuum of academic and behavior supports to ALL students in an integrated manner affording

students with disabilities additional opportunities for inclusion. NJTSS includes universal screen-

ing, core instruction incorporating the principles of UDL, progress monitoring and evidence-based

interventions among other critical components.

SAM REILLY graduated from the Montclair Transition Program in 2012. While in the program, he completed

an internship in food service at Montclair State University, (MSU), and took courses in music

and acting. After graduation, Sam was hired at an MSU restaurant, where he currently works

three days a week. He also volunteers in the recreation department at a nursing home in

Montclair. Sam’s hobbies are playing guitar, working out, chess, and filmmaking. You can view

some of his films on YouTube at the Media Crunch channel.

PROVEN STRATEGIES

for Implementing

Inclusive Education in

all Classrooms

At a time of renewed

attention and commitment

to inclusive education in

New Jersey, NJCIE’s Summer

Inclusion Conference offers

the skills, information, and

applicable strategies

for success.

Sharing ideas on school

performance, improving

instructions, and modifying

curriculum sheds light on

practices to grow high quality

education for ALL students.

NJCIE’s presenters are

learned national presenters,

New Jersey teachers,

administrators, higher

education faculty, parents,

and consultants with practical

hands-on inclusion-based

education experience.

SELECT the Central or Northern Conference Location

CHOOSE from 2 Unique Conference Formats

CALENDAR your preference — 1 Day or 2 Days

PAY $150.pp / Attend 1 Day / Any Day / Either Location $255.pp / Attend 2 Days / Northern Location

EARN up to 7 Professional Development Credits per day!

Weigh All of Your Options

NJCIE’s 14th Annual Summer Inclusion Conference is the original comprehensive New Jersey conference focusing solely on inclusive education. NJCIE’s conference is the state's largest and offers applicable training and information based on practical experiences in how to make multi-ability classrooms work for ALL.

Empower, Equip, Inspire! PROVEN STRATEGIES for Implementing Inclusive Education in All Classrooms The must attend event for every New Jersey parent, general and special education teacher, school professional and administrator.

Register Quickly, Don’t’ Miss Out! VISIT http://NJCIE.org LOCATE & click on the conference logo to be redirected

REGISTER via online or by paper registration

DEADLINE is noon, June 20th, 2016. A late fee will

be imposed on registrations after 6/20/16. NJCIE has a NO REFUND policy.

27 JUNE

1 Day Only Central Conference: Location—Brookdale Community College

Agenda

8:00am Registration & Light Breakfast

8:30am Welcome from NJCIE

Keynote, Betsy Smith

9:15am Plenary, Dr. Julie Causton

10:30am Plenary, Dr. Peggy McDonald

11:30am Lunch

12:30pm Plenary, Dr. Carol Quirk

1:30pm Plenary, Dr. Rhonda Bondie

2:30pm Plenary, Michelle Lockwood

NOTE: This location will not feature breakout sessions.

NOTE: Complimentary light breakfast & lunch are included.

28 JUNE

29 JUNE

Your Choice: 1 or 2 Days Northern Conference:

Location—Montclair State University

Agenda

8:00am Registration & Light Breakfast

8:30am Welcome from NJCIE

Keynote, Sam Reilly

9:15am Plenary, Dr. Julie Causton

10:45am Breakout Workshops

12:15pm Lunch / Exhibitor Exposition

1:15pm Breakout Workshops

2:45pm Breakout Workshops

NOTE: Complimentary light breakfast & lunch are included.

Agenda

8:00am Registration & Light Breakfast

8:30am Welcome from NJCIE

Keynote, Kerri O’Keefe

9:15am Plenary, Dr. Rhonda Bondie

10:45am Breakout Workshops

12:15pm Lunch / Exhibitor Exposition

1:15pm Breakout Workshops

2:45pm Breakout Workshops

NOTE: Complimentary light breakfast & lunch are included.

For Conference Info—http://NJCIE.org Questions, Contact NJCIE: Email: NJCIE@NJCIE.ORG Phone: 732-613-0400 / Kerri O’Keefe

The Literacy Loop:

Planning Engaging, Needs-Based

Literacy Instruction Aligned to Standards

The Emotionally

Intelligent Classroom –Behavior

Management

The New Era of Inclusive Movement

Services; A Guide for Parents,

Communities, Teachers &

Consumers

Inequitable

Opportunities? Empowering

Parents with Reading Strategies

Self-Advocacy

Instruction for Inclusive Transition

Outcomes

Approaches to Co-Teaching for

Inclusive Education

A Road Map for Creating A Multi-

Tiered After-School Program for

Struggling Learners

A School Climate

Approach to Empower &

Support Inclusion of All Students

The SLP's Role

in Reading Impairments

& Literacy

Facilitated IEP's: EMPOWER Students,

EQUIP Educators & INSPIRE the Team

with Strategies for Inclusion Through

Person Centered Approaches

Creating an

Organizational Structure to Include

ALL Students in Elementary School

Transitioning

to the Future – A Path to Post-

School Success

Mathematics Strategies for the

Inclusive Classroom

Differentiation & Documentation

of the General Education

Curriculum

Nature & Needs

of Individuals with Autism Spectrum

Disorder & Other Severe Disabilities

How do We Get

from Here to There? The Parent/School

Connection

Proven Strategies to Support Students

with Tourette Syndrome &

Associated Disorders in an

Inclusive Classroom

* BREAKOUT WORKSHOPS AT THE NORTHERN CONFERENCE ONLY. NJCIE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADD AND OR REMOVE WORKSHOPS.

Currently Slated Breakout Workshops* (More to Come!)