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SUMMARY:An Evening with Temple Grandin\, in Laurel Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Temple Grandin is coming to Laurel\, Maryland! \nJoin us for this special opportunity to hear from Temple Grandin\, Ph.D.\, one of the most accomplished and well-known adults with autism in the world. Dr. Grandin gets down to the real issues of autism\, the ones parents\, teachers and individuals on the spectrum face every day. Temple offers helpful do’s and don’ts\, practical strategies\, and try-it-now tips\, all based on her “insider” perspective and a great deal of research.  \nOctober 17\, 2025\n\nDoors open at 5:30pm\nTemple Speaks:  6:30pm\nQ&A and Book Signing: 8:00-9:00pm\n\nApplied Physics Lab/Johns Hopkins – Kossiakoff Conference Center\n11100 Johns Hopkins Road\, Laurel\, MD 20723\n\nTickets:  $64.95 presale; $74.95 at the door\nOnline at https://www.fhautism.com/ or call 817•277•0727\n\nTemple Grandin Official Website https://www.templegrandin.com/\n\nSponsored by the Autism Societies of Baltimore Chesapeake\, District of Columbia\, and Maryland\n\nThis is a sensory-friendly event designed to create a supportive\, welcoming experience for people with sensory sensitivities. Sound and light levels will be moderated in a relaxed environment where the audience is free to talk\, vocalize\, and leave and re-enter the seating area. There will be a quiet room available off the lobby.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/an-evening-with-temple-grandin-in-laurel-maryland/
LOCATION:Applied Physics Lab/Johns Hopkins – Kossiakoff Conference Center\, 11100 Johns Hopkins Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Autism Awarenss,Education
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SUMMARY:Honestly Autism Day
DESCRIPTION:Honestly Autism Day is Back! \nOctober 25\, 2025 \nTowson University Union Building 3rd Floor \nPark in the Union Garage which is FREE on Saturdays\, 200 Cross Campus Dr. Towson \nCOST: $55 – includes full event access\, light breakfast and boxed lunch. \nAdvanced registration is required. We are unable to accomodate walk-ins. \nJOIN THE HONESTLY AUTISM E-MAIL  LIST \nHONESTLY AUTISM DAY REGISTRATION \nHONESTLY AUTISM DAY SCHEDULE \nHonestly Autism Day is a special in-person event devoted to understanding autism and building community. Hosted by the Partnership Project\, the day brings together parents\, families\, professionals\, and Autistics for panels\, breakout sessions\, networking\, and a resource fair—all focused on presuming competence\, celebrating strengths\, and sparking meaningful change. The goal is simple: to inspire acceptance\, create opportunities\, and uplift our community through mutual understanding. AUSOM is proud to sponsor this event. Join the Honestly Autism Day email list to get the latest updates!
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/honestly-autism-day/
LOCATION:Towson University Union\, 281 University Avenue\, 3rd Floor\, Towson\, MD\, 21204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Autism Awarenss,Education
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SUMMARY:Monthly Speaker Series - School Avoidance Webinar
DESCRIPTION: School Avoidance\nGuidance for Parents and Caregivers Navigating School Challenges \nPara ver esta página en español\, use la función de TRADUCIR en su navegador. \nSi tiene alguna pregunta adicional comuníquese con nuestra Coordinadora de Recursos en español\, Catalina Ramos al \n443-518-7681 o por textos al 443-620-8441 o catalina.ramos@autism.society.org  \nOctober 29\, 2025 from 7:00-8:30PM\nVirtual by Zoom \nRegistration Link: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/y3z415 \n\nSe proporciona traducción simultánea al español \n\nJoin psychologists Dr. Jonathan Dalton and Dr. Cynthia Schulmeyer for a discussion of the evidence-based treatment of school avoidance in autistic students\, with a focus on the fundamental different role that accommodations play in autistic and allistic students. The presentation will address \n\nThe difference between anxiety and dread\nThe role of autistic burnout\, cognitive overload\, and overstimulation in school avoidance\nThe role of PDA presentations in students who avoid school\n\nDr. Dalton and Dr. Schulmeyer will offer specific guidance on partnering effectively with school-based professionals to help children re-enter and remain in school. \nAbout the presenters:Dr. Jonathan Dalton is a licensed psychologist who is the founder and director of the Center for Anxiety and Behavioral Change (CABC) in Rockville\, MD.  He received his undergraduate degree in psychology from Villanova University\, a master’s degree in psychology from The Catholic University of America\, and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Fordham University with a specialization in child and family psychology. He completed two years of pre-doctoral training at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine – Kennedy Krieger Institute\, and advanced postdoctoral training at the Maryland Center for Anxiety Disorders at the University of Maryland. He specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders in children and teens\, with a focus on anxiety-based school refusal. He believes strongly in the importance of public outreach and frequently presents to student bodies\, educators\, mental health professionals\, and community groups on the treatment of anxiety and related disorders. \nDr. Cynthia Schulmeyer is the Coordinator for Psychological Services with the Howard County Public School System. She has served in that role for over twenty years and the twelve years prior she was a school-based school psychologist. Dr. Schulmeyer’s areas of professional interest include supporting students with disabilities in the school setting\, team-based decision-making\, supervision\, suicide prevention\, crisis intervention\, and threat management. She has presented at local and national professional conferences\, taught at both the Towson University and University of Maryland graduate school psychology training programs\, and served on the boards of multiple professional organizations. Tonight’s information is from the shared experiences of the HCPSS school psychologists.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/monthly-speaker-series-school-avoidance-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Education,Monthy Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Serie mensual de conferencias: Seminario web sobre cómo evitar ir a la escuela
DESCRIPTION:Evasión Escolar Guía para Padres y Cuidadores que Afrontan los Desafíos Escolares  \n29 de octubre de 2025\, de 19:00 a 20:30 h Virtual por Zoom  \nSe ofrece traducción simultánea al español Acompañe a los psicólogos Dr. Jonathan Dalton y Dra. Cynthia Schulmeyer en una charla sobre el tratamiento basado en la evidencia para la evasión escolar en estudiantes autistas\, con un enfoque en el papel fundamental que desempeñan las adaptaciones en estudiantes autistas y alistas. La presentación abordará:  \n\nLa diferencia entre ansiedad y temor El papel del agotamiento autista\nla sobrecarga cognitiva y la sobreestimulación en la evasión escolar \nEl papel de las presentaciones de PDA en estudiantes que evaden la escuela \n\nEl Dr. Dalton y la Dra. Schulmeyer ofrecerán orientación específica sobre cómo colaborar eficazmente con profesionales escolares para ayudar a los niños a reincorporarse y permanecer en la escuela. \nAcerca de los presentadores: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEl Dr. Jonathan Dalton es psicólogo colegiado\, fundador y director del Centro para la Ansiedad y el Cambio Conductual (CABC) en Rockville\, Maryland. Obtuvo su licenciatura en psicología en la Universidad de Villanova\, una maestría en psicología en la Universidad Católica de América y un doctorado en psicología clínica en la Universidad de Fordham\, con especialización en psicología infantil y familiar. Realizó dos años de formación predoctoral en el Instituto Kennedy Krieger de la Facultad de Medicina de Johns Hopkins y una formación postdoctoral avanzada en el Centro de Trastornos de Ansiedad de Maryland en la Universidad de Maryland. Se especializa en el tratamiento de trastornos de ansiedad en niños y adolescentes\, con especial atención al rechazo escolar por ansiedad. Cree firmemente en la importancia de la divulgación pública y realiza presentaciones frecuentes ante alumnado\, educadores\, profesionales de la salud mental y grupos comunitarios sobre el tratamiento de la ansiedad y trastornos relacionados. \nLa Dra. Cynthia Schulmeyer es la Coordinadora de Servicios Psicológicos del Sistema Escolar Público del Condado de Howard. Ha desempeñado este cargo durante más de veinte años y\, durante los doce años anteriores\, trabajó como psicóloga escolar. Sus áreas de interés profesional incluyen el apoyo a estudiantes con discapacidades en el ámbito escolar\, la toma de decisiones en equipo\, la supervisión\, la prevención del suicidio\, la intervención en crisis y la gestión de amenazas. Ha impartido conferencias profesionales locales y nacionales\, impartido clases en los programas de posgrado en psicología escolar de la Universidad de Towson y la Universidad de Maryland\, y ha formado parte de las juntas directivas de diversas organizaciones profesionales. La información de esta noche se basa en las experiencias compartidas de los psicólogos escolares del HCPSS.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/monthly-speaker-series-school-avoidance-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Education,Monthy Speaker Series
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