Date
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Block
Block 3
Time
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Name
Practical Strategies for Increasing Students with Autism Engagement in the Classroom Session
Description

Teachers and educators will learn to connect with students who have unique learning challenges and help them reach their full potential. Some of the unique challenges discussed are physical, emotional, behavioral, and neurological. Ron uses humor and inspiring stories to instruct educators to understand their students with autism and empower them to overcome obstacles, learn social skills, and gain self-confidence. He shares his own struggles with academics and ways teachers empowered him to be an author and national voice for the autism community.

Track
Positive School and Classroom Climate
Speakers
Ron Sandison