Registration for the Collaborative Experience Conference at Breezy Point on November 2-4, 2017, will close on Monday, October 23, 2017. 

Only 25 spots remain open; 10 spaces are reserved for parents (learn about scholarship opportunities). 

If you intend to attend the conference, you should register right away to guarantee your spot!

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation, please contact Sharisse Leier by Friday, October 20, 2017. Her email is sharisse.leier@state.mn.us and her number is 651-431-3253.

Highlights

• Roberta J. Cordano, President of Gallaudet University: The Time is Now: Research shift in Understanding Language Acquisition Impacts in Deaf Education
• Dr. Elizabeth Walker: Longitudinal Study: Outcomes for Children with Hearing Loss
• Dr. Laurene Simms: Multicultural Education Environment for Diverse Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children
• The best and the brightest of local experts

Just added!

Roberta J. Cordano, president of Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., will host a question and answer session on Thursday evening. All registered attendees are welcome, parents are encouraged to attend. Thursday, November 2, 2017 8:15-9:15 pm

Featured presentation

Martina Wagner and Jacob Law from Metro ECSU will provide a critical workshop for professionals on how to assess and serve students who are deaf/hard of hearing plus English Language Learners. Participants of this session will learn the basics of developmentally appropriate teaching practices for children whose home language is not spoken English. This workshop covers key points about second language development, effective strategies and tools for assessment and instruction, and collaborative conversations on how programs and schools can prepare for a diverse group of children. Saturday, November 4, 2017 8:30-11:30 am