Workshop Supports Educators and Autistic Students

Willingboro, NJ – The Training Institute at Garfield Park Academy, a private school serving students with learning, social, and emotional disabilities, is hosting a free ½ day program for area educators, clinicians and service providers. The workshop, ‘Visual Supports & Environmental Planning for Students on the Autism Spectrum’, will be held on March 9th at the school’s Willingboro campus, 24 Glenolden Lane from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

Understanding that students on the autism spectrum have the ability to thrive when supported in the right environment, Garfield Park Academy has recruited Dr. Sarah Woldoff to help educators create a learning environment that supports autistic students. Dr. Woldoff, a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children and adults who have social and emotional issues and learning disabilities, will present this informative workshop offering a wide range of effective behavior management strategies for addressing and resolving challenging behaviors. Attendees will leave knowing a collection of simple tools to reach students on the autism spectrum, knowledge about how to use schedules and time-planning aids in addition to other important topics.

This free workshop is offered as an outreach service to educators and support staff in and around southern New Jersey. 3 CEUs will be offered to attending professionals. Registration is required at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visual-supports-environmental-planning-for-students-on-the-autism-spectrum-tickets-37898326916. . Please call the school at 609-877-4111 for more information.

ABOUT: Established in 2013, The Training Institute at Garfield Park Academy disseminates information on best practices in special education. The Institute offers free trainings to school leaders and other educators, with a focus on innovative, evidence-based approaches.

GPA’s comprehensive program, combined with traditional academics and preparation for college or postgraduate vocations, enhances the chances of students with emotional and social challenges to succeed in an educational environment and in life. Students with disabilities ages 5-21 are placed by their local school district and attend at no cost to parents. For more information please visit: www.garfieldparkacademy.org, or call 609-877-4111.