Healthy Learning Paths

Conferences

Saturday, October 1, 2011
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Doubletree Hotel Denver North
8773 Yates Drive
Westminster, CO 80031-3680

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

William Campbell, MD, FAAP

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine
Children's Hospital, Child Development Unit

Who Are Extra Special Kids?

To understand the developmental needs of extra special kids, we first need to recognize and appreciate who these extra special kids are, and what their developmental needs are. Specific examples will be used to help answer these questions.

CONFERENCE PROGRAM


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8:00 - 8:25 Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:25 - 8:35 Welcome, Chris Marchioni, MD, Executive Director, Healthy Learning Paths
8:35 - 9:25 William Campbell, MD, FAAP
Who Are Extra Special Kids? Dr. William Campbell, Pediatrician, Assistant Professor Pediatrics To understand the developmental needs of extra special kids, we first need to recognize and appreciate who these extra special kids are, and what their developmental needs are. Specific examples will be used to help answer these questions.
9:30 - 10:35 Breakout Session I - choose one
The Power of Sleep Terry Katz, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, JFK Partners, The Children’s Hospital, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine Sleep impacts the growth, development and emotional health of all children. Learn strategies to support healthy sleep in children with special needs.
The Art of Communication Amanda Vargo, MA, CCC-SLP, JFK Partners, University of Colorado-Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Pediatrics In a world full of words, the nonverbal child can become isolated and lonely. Learn strategies to communicate with the nonverbal child while promoting language skills.
Steps to Positive Social Skills Audrey Blakeley-Smith, PhD, JFK Partners, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics, University of Colorado Denver Social skills are an integral and important part of development for children. Learn strategies to support healthy social skills in children with special needs.
10:40 - 11:45 Breakout Session II - choose one
The Power of Sleep Terry Katz, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, JFK Partners, The Children’s Hospital, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine Sleep impacts the growth, development and emotional health of all children. Learn strategies to support healthy sleep in children with special needs.
The Art of Communication Amanda Vargo, MA, CCC-SLP, JFK Partners, University of Colorado-Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Pediatrics In a world full of words, the nonverbal child can become isolated and lonely. Learn strategies to communicate with the nonverbal child while promoting language skills.
Steps to Positive Social Skills Audrey Blakeley-Smith, PhD, JFK Partners, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics, University of Colorado Denver Social skills are an integral and important part of development for children. Learn strategies to support healthy social skills in children with special needs.
11:45 - 1:00 Lunch and Exhibitors
1:00 - 2:00 General Session
Kids With Different Abilities: People First Language Francis Hickey, MD, Medical Director of the Sie Center for Down Syndrome, the Children's Hospital Every child has unique strengths and talents. In communicating with children and families an awareness of “people first” language is essential. Learn communication skills that honor different abilities..
2:10 - 3:20 General Session
Build a Team for Success Mr. Lloyd Lewis, President/CEO, Arc Thrift Stores Carol Kloeckner, MA, Special Education Michelle Grayson-Feldman, MA, Special Education Learn from a team perspective how to support parents, siblings, and families, as they advocate for children with special needs. Explore how to overcome obstacles and build strong parent partnerships with educators, health providers, and community supports.
3:20 - 3:30 Closing Remarks

Earlybird $70 deadline has passed.

$85 includes:
· Registration
· Continental breakfast and lunch
· Educational materials
· Certificate for 5.5 Contact Hours

Additional $15 for .55 CEU College Credit

Qualifies for 5.5 Contact Hours from Red Red Rocks Community College
Qualifies for 5.5 CDE Educational Contact Hours