Suzanne Perreault Due to unforeseen circumstances, the workshop originally scheduled for March 7th has been postponed. We will update this page with the new date once it has been decided and those who had been registered will receive an email. Join us on Zoom onFeb. 8, Feb. 22, Postponed (Mar. 7), 2024 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm Pacific time Suzanne will be supporting members in a growing understanding of Trauma Informed Practices, Ableism in Schools, and Microagression. Read more about the workshops here. Register at eventbrite: click on the date here: Feb 8, Feb 22, March 7. Zoom links will be emailed one week before the event starts. This workshop is free for LATA members. Not a member? Join through the BCTF Provincial Specialists' site.
Lise L'Heureux, M. A., orthopédagogue, Directrice fondatrice, Formatrice, consultante, accompagnatrice et conférencière Join us on Zoom on Feb. 27, Apr. 9, & May 14, 2024 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm Pacific timefor a French language presentation in collaboration with the Association provinciale des professeurs d'immersion et du programme francophone de Colombie-Britannique (APPIPC). Register at eventbrite: Click on the date for registration: Feb. 27, Apr. 9, & May 14 Zoom links will be emailed one week before the event starts. This workshop is free for LATA members. Not a member? Join through the BCTF Provincial Specialists' site.
April 17: Exploring Diversity: Intersectional Identities within Autism In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis of autism in non-gender-conforming individuals, individuals assigned female at birth, BIPOC, and those with co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and PDA. Research suggests that autistic traits may present differently in these populations, leading to unique challenges and support needs. This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of the experiences of this diverse group of individuals through the lens of the neurodiversity paradigm, shedding light on the complexities of their neurodivergent identities. It will offer valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance support and accommodation within educational settings. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of different profiles and traits of autism, and practical tools and strategies, empowering them to create nurturing and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive. May 8: Embracing Neurodiversity: Understanding Brain Differences in Neurodivergent Learners This workshop will explore the intricate tapestry of brain differences among neurodivergent individuals through the lens of the neurodiversity paradigm, focusing on key areas such as communication, empathy, sensory processing, interoception, and the monotropic brain. Participants will deepen their understanding of neurodivergent brains and ways of being, including the unique strengths and challenges of neurodivergent learners. They will also acquire practical strategies to support communication, empathy, sensory processing differences, and monotropic thinking in the classroom and gain insights into creating inclusive learning environments that honour the diverse needs and preferences of all students. Bio: Juliane (she/her) is a Psychology Resident at the British Columbia School and Applied Psychology Residency Program and is placed at ABLE Developmental Clinic Inc. in Surrey, BC, and School District No. 36 (Surrey). She is also a Ph.D. Candidate in the School and Applied Child Psychology Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where she hopes to earn her Ph.D. in the fall of 2024. Juliane earned her Master of Arts in School Psychology and B.A. in Psychology at UBC. Juliane has an in-depth understanding and lived experience of neurodiversity. She centers the voices and lived experiences of neurodivergent individuals. Her research focuses on what it means to be neurodiversity-affirming from the perspective of autistic adults. She is passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families. Juliane has worked in schools as a school psychologist and as a clinician in private practice settings for the last five years, providing person-centred, comprehensive psychological assessments, therapy, and consultation from a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming perspective. She strives to be compassionate, collaborative, supportive, and affirming in her approach and endeavours to be an LGBTQ+ ally. Juliane enjoys sharing her lived experiences and what she has learned from her research to support professionals in more effectively supporting their neurodivergent clients and their families.