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Empowering Our Community for Students Who Learn Differently
Saturday, May 17
 

9:00am EDT

Opening Keynote: The Long Road Together - Hope, Heart, and Holding On
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Auditorium
In this keynote address, Sarena and Raphael will share their family's journey through autism, chronicled on www.onaisle9.com and explored more deeply in their latest book, I Don't Want To Talk About It: A Journalist's Essays on Autism, Dementia, Religion, and God. Through personal stories and hard-earned lessons, they will explore how community, communication, and commitment are the pillars that carry special needs families forward. It will be a message of encouragement, resilience, and the surprising beauty found when we hold on, hold each other up, and keep walking.
Speakers
RJ

Raphael James

Raphael James is a news anchor at WCSC-TV Live 5 News in Charleston. He has delivered the news to Lowcountry viewers for the past twenty-two years. He too, is a graduate of Paine College in Augusta, Georgia where the two fell in love.He and his wife, Sarena, have three beautiful children... Read More →
SJ

Sarena James

Sarena James is a woman of many skills. She is an author, playwright, mother, and wife. Her joy and pain, have become the ink used to create works of art from the heart. She is a graduate of Paine College in Augusta, Georgia.She and her husband, Raphael, have three beautiful children... Read More →
Saturday May 17, 2025 9:00am - 10:10am EDT
Auditorium

10:20am EDT

Assistive Technology for the Classroom and Beyond
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-111
Speakers
RJ

Rachell Johnson

SC Assistive Technoloy Program
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-111

10:20am EDT

Beyond Behavior: Understanding Your Child's Communication
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-112
The training will highlight the importance of looking beyond surface behavior to determine what is being communicated. We will briefly review functions of behavior, reinforcement and punishment, as well as data collection. 
Speakers
CP

Christy Prince

BCBA, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-112

10:20am EDT

DDSN 101
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-112
This session will provide info on DDSN and services including waiver/non waiver services, eligibility categories, applying with DDSN, and more!
Speakers
SP

Savanna Prosise

SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-112

10:20am EDT

Deaf Education Student's Journey through School
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-106
A collaboration with other teachers of the deaf and educational American Sign Language Interpreters. This is a brief presentation of what a Deaf/Hard of Hearing student's educational journey through Dorchester District Two. Including our special programs, goals, equipment and so much more! Deaf Education is a wide field and this is a short description of some of the possibilities in DD2.
Speakers
KW

Katelynn Whitman

Middle School and High School Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-106

10:20am EDT

Don’t Pick Up the Rope: Reducing Power Struggles and Verbal Exchanges
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-108
This session will provide attendees information on de-escalation, communication and tools needed to reduce power struggles and the verbal back and forth that can occur. Information and strategies will be shared on the why behind behavior, communication and best practices for how to respond when things get tough.
Speakers
AW
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-108

10:20am EDT

Home Sweet Home: Extending the Curriculum to Home
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-107
In this session, we will discuss extension to learning and enrichment ideas will be shared specific to curriculum learning progressions and standards to generalize concepts and skills in the home environment.   Practicing the tasks at home will increase their relevance, communicate their value and allow for real life examples in the community, thereby educating the whole child.
Speakers
LA

Lesli Ann Howell

Dorchester School District Two
AJ

Angie Jacques

Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-107

10:20am EDT

Living a Beyond BASIC Life!
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-103
Beyond BASIC assists people with intellectual disabilities to achieve fulfillment beyond the basics by developing independent living skills. During this session, we will discuss how we work with these adults to strengthen their own expectations and the perceptions of those around them through volunteering, job skill training, and a variety of skills groups like self care and cooking.
Speakers
AD

Adrianne Dukes

Beyond Basic Life Skills
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-103

10:20am EDT

Parent understanding of IEP Meetings
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-113
The "Parent Understanding of IEP Meetings" presentation will aim to clearly explain what an IEP is, who is involved in the meeting, the key components of an IEP, how parents can actively participate, and important steps to take before, during, and after an IEP meeting to ensure they fully understand their child's educational needs and advocate effectively for them.
Speakers
avatar for Jacquel Thomas

Jacquel Thomas

CEO, A Different Kind of Learning, LLC
Jacquel Thomas, a proud native of Marlboro County, South Carolina, has dedicated over 20 years to advocating for and educating students with diverse disabilities. Her extensive experience spans elementary and middle schools to juvenile facilities. She has provided professional development... Read More →
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-113

10:20am EDT

Parenting with Purpose: Using ACT to Guide your Parenting Decisions
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-110
This session will help caregivers make intentional, values-based parenting decisions based on Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACTr) through a behavior analytic lens. Through reflection and interactive activities, caregivers will explore the challenges of parenting, learn to accept difficulties, and identify their core values to guide their decisions. By practicing present-moment awareness and defusion, they will recognize unhelpful thoughts and choose responses that align with the type of parent they want to be. Ultimately, this session empowers parents to embrace imperfection, handle challenges with purpose, and strengthen connections with their loved ones.
Speakers
AB
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-110

10:20am EDT

Robokind Curriculum: Advanced Implementation for Improving Outcomes
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-109
Speakers
DL
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-109

10:20am EDT

Sensory Processing in the Preschool Classroom and Strategies That Support Sensory Needs
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-108
Our session would provide information on sensory processing, strategies, and resources. This presentation would support parents and staff who have preschool students with sensory needs. Nicole Jewel, a preschool teacher at Windsor Hill, will be presenting with me. We will also have some hands-on materials to show some of the items we use (daily schedules, if/then cards, fidgets, calm-down bottles, and other sensory materials).
Speakers
LJ

Lisa Johnson-Brown

Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-108

10:20am EDT

Transition Planning and High School Outcomes
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-111
This session highlights an overview of the 3 High School Outcomes in DD2 and what we do in DD2 to support transition planning and training.
Speakers
avatar for B. Michelle Meier

B. Michelle Meier

Secondary Special Education Interventionist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-111

10:20am EDT

Using music as a helpful tool: Strategies for Families
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-114
In this session, we will discuss and demonstrate tools and strategies that families can use (at home and in the community) for reducing anxiety, facilitating transitions, teaching new skills and improving communication through the use of music.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Gossett

Jennifer Gossett

Noteworthy Music Therapy
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
D-114

10:20am EDT

Voices at Home: Fostering Effective Communication
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-105
In this session, parents will learn more about augmentative alternative communication. What is it and what does it look like? How can you help your student at home increase communication skills that are necessary for both daily living and academic functioning.
Speakers
JW

Julie Weber

Speech Language Pathologist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am EDT
C-105

11:05am EDT

An Overview of Section 504
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-113
This session is designed to give parents of students who are eligible or potentially eligible for services and accommodations, through the Section 504 process. The main points in this session are listed below:
•    Who is eligible for services and accommodations through Section 504?
•    What is the process for seeking eligibility through Section 504?
•    Who do I contact at the school to ask about the details of this process?
•    What types of accommodations are available through Section 504?
•    What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?
•    What do I do if I have questions or concerns about the implementation of the 504-plan?


Speakers
avatar for Chuck Kirtley

Chuck Kirtley

Assistant Director, Special Services, Dorchester School District Two
I am the Assistant Director for Special Services in Dorchester School District Two and I am surrounded by great, hard-working, caring folks who see their work with our students as their top priority. This is my 12th year in the District.
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-113

11:05am EDT

DDSN 101
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-112
This session will provide info on DDSN and services including waiver/non waiver services, eligibility categories, applying with DDSN, and more!
Speakers
SP

Savanna Prosise

SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-112

11:05am EDT

Don’t Pick Up the Rope: Reducing Power Struggles and Verbal Exchanges
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-108
This session will provide attendees information on de-escalation, communication and tools needed to reduce power struggles and the verbal back and forth that can occur. Information and strategies will be shared on the why behind behavior, communication and best practices for how to respond when things get tough.
Speakers
AW
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-108

11:05am EDT

Home Sweet Home: Extending the Curriculum to Home
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-107
In this session, we will discuss extension to learning and enrichment ideas will be shared specific to curriculum learning progressions and standards to generalize concepts and skills in the home environment.   Practicing the tasks at home will increase their relevance, communicate their value and allow for real life examples in the community, thereby educating the whole child.
Speakers
LA

Lesli Ann Howell

Dorchester School District Two
AJ

Angie Jacques

Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-107

11:05am EDT

Impacts of Hearing Loss on a Child
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-201
This presentation addresses the impact on a hearing loss on a child's listening skills and language development.
Speakers
JS

Jacqueline Suter

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-201

11:05am EDT

Inclusive Education through collaboration in the classroom
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-109
Speakers
MJ

Michelle Jones

Special Services Interventionist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-109

11:05am EDT

Little Fires Everywhere: A Collaborative Approach to Revitalizing the School SpEd Department
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-203
How a little mix of intuition, word on the street, and increased need for "first responders" led to a School Psych's personal crossroads between professional and relational affect. Join us on our journey to unifying our special education team through collaboration, intentionality, and professional development.
Speakers
LH

Lindsey Hallock

Assistant Principal, Dorchester School District Two
DJ

Daven Johnson

School Psychologist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-203

11:05am EDT

Living a Beyond BASIC Life!
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-103
Beyond BASIC assists people with intellectual disabilities to achieve fulfillment beyond the basics by developing independent living skills. During this session, we will discuss how we work with these adults to strengthen their own expectations and the perceptions of those around them through volunteering, job skill training, and a variety of skills groups like self care and cooking.
Speakers
AD

Adrianne Dukes

Beyond Basic Life Skills
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-103

11:05am EDT

Parent understanding of IEP Meetings
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-113
The "Parent Understanding of IEP Meetings" presentation will aim to clearly explain what an IEP is, who is involved in the meeting, the key components of an IEP, how parents can actively participate, and important steps to take before, during, and after an IEP meeting to ensure they fully understand their child's educational needs and advocate effectively for them.
Speakers
avatar for Jacquel Thomas

Jacquel Thomas

CEO, A Different Kind of Learning, LLC
Jacquel Thomas, a proud native of Marlboro County, South Carolina, has dedicated over 20 years to advocating for and educating students with diverse disabilities. Her extensive experience spans elementary and middle schools to juvenile facilities. She has provided professional development... Read More →
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-113

11:05am EDT

Robokind Curriculum: Advanced Implementation for Improving Outcomes
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-109
Speakers
DL
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-109

11:05am EDT

Sensory Processing in the Preschool Classroom and Strategies That Support Sensory Needs
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-108
Our session would provide information on sensory processing, strategies, and resources. This presentation would support parents and staff who have preschool students with sensory needs. Nicole Jewel, a preschool teacher at Windsor Hill, will be presenting with me. We will also have some hands-on materials to show some of the items we use (daily schedules, if/then cards, fidgets, calm-down bottles, and other sensory materials).
Speakers
LJ

Lisa Johnson-Brown

Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-108

11:05am EDT

The ABCs of AAC
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-111
Speakers
RJ

Rachell Johnson

SC Assistive Technoloy Program
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-111

11:05am EDT

Using music as a helpful tool: Strategies for Families
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-114
In this session, we will discuss and demonstrate tools and strategies that families can use (at home and in the community) for reducing anxiety, facilitating transitions, teaching new skills and improving communication through the use of music.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Gossett

Jennifer Gossett

Noteworthy Music Therapy
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-114

11:05am EDT

Vision Impairments and Services in DD2
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-111
Join us for an immersive look at vision impairments and services in DD2. Participants will be able to experience differing levels of visual impairment and the types of interventions used to help them navigate the educational setting.
Speakers
SD

Suzanne DeTreville

Dorchester School District Two
Suzanne is currently a special education coordinator for Dorchester Two, Prior to this position, she has been a principal, assistant principal and assistant director of Special Education as well as Director to Special Services.
avatar for B. Michelle Meier

B. Michelle Meier

Secondary Special Education Interventionist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
D-111

11:05am EDT

Voices at Home: Fostering Effective Communication
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-105
In this session, parents will learn more about augmentative alternative communication. What is it and what does it look like? How can you help your student at home increase communication skills that are necessary for both daily living and academic functioning.
Speakers
JW

Julie Weber

Speech Language Pathologist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:05am - 11:45am EDT
C-105

11:50am EDT

An Overview of Section 504
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-113
Speakers
avatar for Chuck Kirtley

Chuck Kirtley

Assistant Director, Special Services, Dorchester School District Two
I am the Assistant Director for Special Services in Dorchester School District Two and I am surrounded by great, hard-working, caring folks who see their work with our students as their top priority. This is my 12th year in the District.
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-113

11:50am EDT

Beyond Behavior: Understanding Your Child's Communication
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-112
The training will highlight the importance of looking beyond surface behavior to determine what is being communicated. We will briefly review functions of behavior, reinforcement and punishment, as well as data collection. 
Speakers
CP

Christy Prince

BCBA, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-112

11:50am EDT

Deaf Education Student's Journey through School
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-106
A collaboration with other teachers of the deaf and educational American Sign Language Interpreters. This is a brief presentation of what a Deaf/Hard of Hearing student's educational journey through Dorchester District Two. Including our special programs, goals, equipment and so much more! Deaf Education is a wide field and this is a short description of some of the possibilities in DD2.
Speakers
KW

Katelynn Whitman

Middle School and High School Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-106

11:50am EDT

Developing Measurable IEP Goals
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-112
Session attendees will learn how to develop a measurable IEP goal that contains a specific skill and baseline and target data in addition to other components that make an IEP goal compliant.
Speakers
MJ

Michelle Jacques

Dorchester School District Two
Michelle Jacques is a certified school psychologist. She has worked in Dorchester School District Two as a school psychologist and is currently a Special Education Coordinator.
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-112

11:50am EDT

Don’t Pick Up the Rope: Reducing Power Struggles and Verbal Exchanges
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-108
This session will provide attendees information on de-escalation, communication and tools needed to reduce power struggles and the verbal back and forth that can occur. Information and strategies will be shared on the why behind behavior, communication and best practices for how to respond when things get tough.
Speakers
AW
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-108

11:50am EDT

Help! I am attending an IEP or 504: from a DD2 perspective
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-111
This will be a session to attend if you are a parent, guardian, or anyone that plans to attend an IEP or 504 and would like to gain information on the format and acronyms. Also, if you seek clarification on the difference between an IEP and 504 this will be a session to attend. This session will provide an overview of the format and components of an IEP and 504. In addition to helping to understand the common language and acronyms used throughout the IEP and 504.
Speakers
DM

Dr. Morelisa Sabb-Cordes

Assistant Principal, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-111

11:50am EDT

Home Sweet Home: Extending the Curriculum to Home
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-107
In this session, we will discuss extension to learning and enrichment ideas will be shared specific to curriculum learning progressions and standards to generalize concepts and skills in the home environment.   Practicing the tasks at home will increase their relevance, communicate their value and allow for real life examples in the community, thereby educating the whole child.
Speakers
LA

Lesli Ann Howell

Dorchester School District Two
AJ

Angie Jacques

Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-107

11:50am EDT

Impacts of Hearing Loss on a Child
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-201
This presentation addresses the impact on a hearing loss on a child's listening skills and language development.
Speakers
JS

Jacqueline Suter

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-201

11:50am EDT

Inclusive Education through collaboration in the classroom
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-109
Speakers
MJ

Michelle Jones

Special Services Interventionist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
C-109

11:50am EDT

Little Fires Everywhere: A Collaborative Approach to Revitalizing the School SpEd Department
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-203
How a little mix of intuition, word on the street, and increased need for "first responders" led to a School Psych's personal crossroads between professional and relational affect. Join us on our journey to unifying our special education team through collaboration, intentionality, and professional development.
Speakers
LH

Lindsey Hallock

Assistant Principal, Dorchester School District Two
DJ

Daven Johnson

School Psychologist, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-203

11:50am EDT

Making connections for young learners
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-205
My overall teaching philosophy is to make connections, and I believe every moment is a learning opportunity. Come to this session to receive information about learning activities, hands-on approaches, social skills, making connections between previous and new skills, and MORE. After the session, you will walk away with ideas, resources, and new connections with the presenter and fellow participants.
Speakers
avatar for Stefanie Satterfield

Stefanie Satterfield

4K Inclusion/Early Childhood Education, Dorchester School District Two
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-205

11:50am EDT

Parenting with Purpose: Using ACT to Guide your Parenting Decisions
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-110
This session will help caregivers make intentional, values-based parenting decisions based on Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACTr) through a behavior analytic lense. Through reflection and interactive activities, caregivers will explore the challenges of parenting, learn to accept difficulties, and identify their core values to guide their decisions. By practicing present-moment awareness and defusion, they will recognize unhelpful thoughts and choose responses that align with the type of parent they want to be. Ultimately, this session empowers parents to embrace imperfection, handle challenges with purpose, and strengthen connections with their loved ones.
Speakers
AB
Saturday May 17, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm EDT
D-110
 
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