Description
Workshop Date/Time: Tuesday, October 21 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Presenters: Kelly Fonner, M.S., Donna McNear, B.A.
Description: Writing for all children is often the “neglected half of literacy.” For children who write via non-traditional modalities, family and staff often skip the emerging steps of scribbling and drawing. We put an adapted keyboard in front of a child, provide an alternative pencil, or a braille input/keyboard tool and immediately expect them to type their name, instead of affording them needed time to explore and learn without the burden of spelling. We need to encourage, support, and provide creative and meaningful opportunities for students with complex learning needs to experience the beginning stages of putting ideas to print/braille through a variety of activities, strategies and technologies encouraging the acts of scribbling, drawing, and mark making. Join us, two very passionate about scribbling presenters, as we share strategies and tools based upon our work with a wide variety of students who have high support needs in learning to write.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations must be received in writing by Closing The Gap on or before October 1, 2025. Replacements are welcome and must also be submitted in writing.
Cancellation fees:
- $200 for each 1-day pre-conference workshop
- $300 for each 2-day pre-conference workshop
- $100 for each single-day conference registration
- $250 for each full conference registration. Applicable to standard rate, Solutions member rate, presenter/exhibitor rate and conference registration and membership combo rate.
No refunds will be issued after October 1, 2025. Unpaid balances are due in full.
If for any reason beyond Closing The Gap’s control, Closing The Gap determines that the in-person conference must be cancelled, attendees understand and agree that their registration type shall be changed to a virtual registration. Closing The Gap is not responsible for any additional conference expenses, including hotel, travel, etc.
