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Help Neurodiverse Children Thrive at Sequoia Conservatory! At Sequoia Conservatory, we believe every child has the potential to lead and innovate, and we view children who think differently as a resource. Our mission is to provide a nurturing, inclusive environment where unique thinkers can develop resilience, empathy, and a lifelong love for learning. However, the specialized support and individualized learning plans that make Sequoia exceptional also come with significant costs, which can be a barrier for many families. Sequoia Conservatory is a place where students are not just taught, but are truly seen and understood. Our educators work hand-in-hand with families to craft learning pathways that integrate each child's passions, strengths, and needs. Whether a child is fascinated by coding, inspired to build eco-friendly cities, or needs a tailored approach to thrive academically, Sequoia provides the tools and community support necessary for their growth. Our unique programs focus on more than just academics. We emphasize social-emotional development, identity and belonging, and affirmation of children's interests, creating a space where neurodiverse students can explore in a meaningful way. From project-based learning in entrepreneurial studies to innovative STEAM and expressive arts programs, Sequoia fosters an environment where every child's mind is valued as a strength. We need your help to ensure that all children, regardless of their financial situation, can access this transformative education. Your donation to our GoFundMe campaign will provide tuition assistance to families in need, allowing their children to benefit from Sequoia’s exceptional programs. Join us in supporting these young minds! Your generosity can make a significant difference, helping to build a future where every child has the opportunity to shine. Together, we can nurture the leaders of tomorrow. Donate now to give the gift of education and belonging to a child in need. Thank you for your support! https://lnkd.in/g-EvSBkw

🎉This week we're reflecting on last month's annual IABA International Positive Practices Conference, and all of the incredible energy, insights, connections and feedback across the 3-days. A heartfelt thank you, once again, to our outstanding speakers, participants, and organizers who made this event a resounding success. 📣 Registrants, don't forget you have exclusive on-demand access to all sessions through August 31st. Revisit your favorite sessions, or tune into ones you may have missed at your convenience. 💡 Missed the live event? You can purchase on-demand access to the ✨more than 50 sessions✨ at the link below, with access through August 31st: 🔗https://loom.ly/jjLPOdM

🚀Have you already taken our 4-Day Positive Practices in Behavioral Support training and ready to dive deeper? Our industry leading longitudinal practicum training course, ✨Assessment & Analysis of Severe and Challenging Behavior✨ is BACK this September and enrolling for its next cohort now! ✅Created for behavior analysts, behavior consultants, psychologists and other professionals charged with the design and implementation of PBS plans around the globe, this advanced, virtual, competency-based training focuses on assessing, analyzing and designing complex behavior support plans. Click below to review the practicum outcomes, lecture topics, course composition and to register now. Space for the cohort is limited. https://loom.ly/l5pE12c

It’s almost a wrap on day 1 of the IABA International Positive Practices Conference, but there’s still some great content remaining that you won’t want to miss. We’re currently sitting on the Government of Saskatchewan’s presentation, ✨Comprehensive Mediator Analysis: Supporting outcomes of service excellence for individuals with intellectual disabilities in Saskatchewan✨, and looking forward to the remaining 3 talks: 💡 Inclusion as a quality of life outcome through multielement behaviour support with adults - Preeti Vogel 💡 Utilizing social determinants of health to meet the needs of medically fragile children and their families - Alondra Serrano, M.S., Sydney Morris, MS, Martha Hernández, Ph.D., CDP, Emma Eaton 💡 Neuroscience key principles integrated with multi-element planning and positive behaviour support in the special school context - Charmaine Driver, Virginia Norrie

⚠️Have you heard? The IABA Research and Education Foundation has been officially recognized as the newest Accredited CPD Provider by the CPD Standards Office. See what IABA Foundation’s CEO, Ihab Shahawi, had to say about this milestone below,👇and click here to learn more about this important accreditation: https://loom.ly/mZwBqg8 ➕If you haven’t already, now's the time to register for next week’s International Positive Practices Conference to receive 22 CPD units, as well as BCBA (30.5), QABA (34.5), IBAO (31.5) CEUs and APA/CESA (7). 😯 Register here: https://loom.ly/qVNbtKE

Thrilled to partner with Special Learning to expand the Foundation's reach in sharing the critically important work of this year's distinguished presenters.

🙌With less than 1-week until the Conference kicks off, we're excited to introduce this dynamic group of presenters representing Palo Alto University and Ronald McDonald House Charities, and their presentation, ✨Utilizing Social Determinants of Health to Meet the Needs of Medically Fragile Children and Their Families✨. 👋Say hello to Martha Hernández, Ph.D., CDP , Emma Eaton, Sydney Morris, MS, and Alondra Serrano, M.S., Clinical Psychology PhD Candidates. Social determinants of health (SDOH) are crucial for the well-being of medically fragile children. Presenters will share case studies, highlighting the impact of personal identities and a social justice perspective, while discussing innovative methods like telephone-based interventions and milieu therapy. The session will explore creating inclusive programs for diverse needs and conclude with a Q&A. Registration is still open: https://loom.ly/qVNbtKE CC: Special Learning, Inc. + Karen Chung

📢With 1-week until the Conference kicks off, we're thrilled to feature field luminary, Professor Christine Bigby, PhD, GAICD, Director, Living with Disability Research Centre & Professor, La Trobe University as our next speaker spotlight. Her presentation titled, ✨From Research and Evidence to Influence✨, will cover insights on Active Support and Practice Leadership, highlighting their impact on public policy and #PositiveBehaviourSupport (#PBS). 🌏Professor Bigby has an international reputation for her research on the #socialinclusion of adults with #intellectualdisability. Her current research is examining the effectiveness of supported accommodation services, the nature and meaning of social inclusion for people with intellectual disability, and supported decision making for people with #cognitivedisability. With 6 published books and over 150 peer-reviewed articles to her name, we're thrilled to have the privilege to host Professor Bigby. ✅Grab your virtual seat here: https://loom.ly/qVNbtKE In partnership with: Special Learning, Inc. & Karen Chung

Being values driven is nothing new to IABA. It has been our approach in service and training for over 40-years. Interested in learning more? Join our Research and Education Foundation June 17th-19th for our virtual international conference, where we will discuss the intersectionality of values and technology in the pursuit of helping others live their best lives. For more information: https://lnkd.in/gUHP-JQN

Don't miss out on this one of a kind conference experience. Global perspectives in transdisciplinary positive practices that address the needs of individuals and families throughout the lifespan. Get introduced to, or deepen your knowledge about, LaVigna & Willis' Multi-Element Behavior Support (MEBS) paradigm, the only comprehensive, evidenced based model in PBS. Join our virtual social hours to ask questions, process what you've learned and make new friends. BCBA, QABA, IBAO and APA CEUs available!