April 19th & 20th Embassy Suites Convention Center, LaVista Nebraska
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Speakers
Pat Friman
Thursday AM Keynote Anxiety and the Autism Spectrum
Dr. Patrick C. Friman received his Ph.D. from the University of Kansas. He is the current Vice President of Behavioral Health at Boys Town and a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Nebraska School of Medicine. He was formerly on the faculties of Johns Hopkins University, University of Pennsylvania, and Creighton University Schools of Medicine. He was also formerly the Director of the Clinical Psychology Program at University of Nevada as well as the Associate Chairman of the Department of Psychology. He is a Fellow of the Association for Behavior Analysis International and in three divisions of the American Psychological Association. He is the former Editor of the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and former President of the Association for Behavior Analysis International. He is currently on the editorial boards of four peer reviewed journals. He has published more than 190 scientific articles and chapters and three books. The primary focus of his scientific and clinical work in is in the area of Behavioral Pediatrics and Behavioral Medicine. Dr. Friman’s work in behavioral pediatrics has concentrated on the gap between primary medical care for children on one side, and referral-based clinical child psychological and psychiatric care, on the other. A secondary focus is on adolescent behavior and development. He also specializes in consultation regarding workplace issues such as motivation, dealing with difficult people, change, happiness and pathways to success.
Alyson Beytien
Thursday Evening Keynote Every day strategies for Every day Autism
Alyson Beytien is a popular speaker, trainer and mother of 3 sons with autism. She does training and consulting throughout the U.S. and Canada. Alyson is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has a Masters degree in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the University of Kansas. Alyson is a Behavior Analyst for Hills and Dales in Dubuque, IA where she is involved in diagnosis, assessment, intervention and training. She is the author of "Autism Everyday" which received the 2012 Literary Work of the Year from the Autism Society of America. Alyson is cheerfully addicted to Diet Coke, loves to quilt and read, and is trying to learn the meaning of the word "relax."
Zach Anner
Friday AM Keynote When Life Gives You Wheelchair, Make Lemonade
Zach Anner is an award-winning comedian, show host, and public speaker. In 2011, he won his own travel show on the Oprah Winfrey Network, Rollin' With Zach. He explored world religions in Have A Little Faith, started a conversation on climate change in Earth Your While, and presented good news stories in Top of the Monday, shows produced with Rainn Wilson's media company SoulPancake; he tried his hand at sports and fitness on his youtube series Workout Wednesdays; and he journeyed across the country with the help of Reddit in his travel program, Riding Shotgun. His videos have over 100 million views over social media platforms. Zach has been a guest star, and is now a full-time writer on ABC's hit family sitcom Speechless. He's an Ambassador for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation and has worked with UCPLA Wheels for Humanity, which supplies wheelchairs to people in developing countries. Zach's memoir, If at Birth You Don't Succeed: My Adventures with Disaster and Destiny, is a hilariously irreverent and heartfelt memoir about finding your passion and your path even when it's paved with epic misadventure. Zach lives in Los Angeles, CA, and spends most of his spare time in his underwear, thinking about how he can change the world.
Dr. Luke Tsai
Friday Afternoon Keynote Parents and professionals working together to maximize children's potential
Luke Y. Tsai, M.D. is Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry, University of Nebraska College of Medicine; Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Pediatrics, University of Michigan Medical School; Fellow of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; Editorial Board member of Research in Autism Spectrum Disorder; Editorial Board member of Journal of Mental Health Research in Developmental Disabilities; Director of Developmental Disorders/Autism Program of University of Kansas Medical Center and University of Michigan Medical Center; Former Co-Chair and current member of Panel of Professional Advisors of Autism Society of America.
Dr. Tsai is a scholar, a researcher, a teacher, a father of a young man with autism, and a friend of individuals with Autism and related disorders. He has received awards and honors for his work with individuals with neuropsychiatric disorders. He has been selected by his professional peers as one of the Best Doctors in America. He is much sought after nationally and internationally as a speaker, consultant and researcher. He is widely published and his publications include more than 93 articles and 46 books or book chapters. Dr. Tsai is the author of Taking the Mystery out of Medication in Autism/Asperger Syndromes and Raising our son with Autism - A family's 40-year journey which has been translated into both the traditional and simplified Chinese editions and published in Taiwan and China.
Back by Popular Demand Assistive Technology Playground
Thursday and Friday
Come explore!
Everyone benefits from the use of Assistive Technology, and evidence based practices lends to the success of individuals with autism using AT tools and technology. Attendees will be able to gain more knowledge about AT to assist their teams in the mandated AT Considerations process in the IEP, and will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge about the new technology and tools that are available for use with their students with autism. The AT Playground and Pocket Sessions will be set up for short formal sessions. Between each of these sessions participants will have the ability to come and go freely to explore the different AT Tools available, ask questions of the Regional Coordinators, and gain hands-on experience with particular devices.
Registration Information
| Early Bird | Regular | Late |
|---|---|---|
| 1/3/18 to 1/31/18 | 2/1/18 to 3/15/18 3 | 3/16/18 to 4/10/18 |
| Professional $200 | Professional $215 | Professional $225 |
| Family Member $100 Student Individual with ASD | Family Member $110 Student Individual with ASD | Family Member $125 Student Individual with ASD |
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Hotel Accommodations Mention ASD Conference for Group Rate
| Embassy Suites | $149 | Group code: ASD | 402-331-7400 |
| Courtyard | $129 | Group code: ASDS | 402-339-4900 |
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Conference Basics
Schedule:
In addition to Keynote presentations there will be a variety of breakout sessions on Thursday and Friday. Please see the general schedule below for conference times. Click here to view the breakout session schedule for each day.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs):
The ASD Network conference will provide an opportunity for those who attend to earn continuing education credits through a variety of licensing boards. To facilitate this, a certificate of attendance will be given upon completion of the conference enabling each person to share this information with their professional organization. We are applying for ASHA CEUs and plan to offer both options at the conference. The conference is pre-approved for DHHS In Service Hours.
Conference App:
A conference App will be available to all attendees. The app will contain conference session handouts as an alternative to printed materials.
Materials:
If you would like a printed version of the conference handouts one can be purchased for $10 at the time of registration.
General Conference Schedule
| Time | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30-8:30 | Registration Open | Registration Open |
| 8:30-10:00 | Keynote | Keynote |
| 10:00-10:30 | Exhibits/Break | Exhibits/Break |
| 10:30-11:45 | Breakout Sessions | Breakout Sessions |
| 11:45-1:00 | Lunch | Lunch |
| 1:00-2:15 | Breakout Sessions | Breakout Sessions |
| 2:15-2:30 | Break | Break |
| 2:30-3:45 | Breakout Sessions | Keynote |
| 3:45-4:00 | Break | |
| 4:00-5:00 | Networking Reception | |
| 5:15-7:15 | Awards/Dinner Keynote |
Conference Co-Sponsors
Registration fees are used to cover the cost of all food expenses. No food expenses are paid for with federal grant funds. Conference Registration Grants for Family Members and Individuals with ASD are available through the Autism Society of Nebraska for more information please visit their website: www.autismnebraska.org *conference grants are for registration costs ONLY. This material was developed under a grant from the Nebraska Department of Education, IDEA parts B and C from the U.S. Department of Education. However, this content does not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government