Quest: Unpacking Neurodiversity and Autism in Public Education
Join Michael Tucker (Region 11), Amber Davies (Region 14), and Jessica Flores (Region 15) as we explore mental health and autism in the school setting. Join Region 19's Claudia Perez, M.ED., as she talks to us about Responsive Teaching: Navigating Culture and Autism Together
This session explores the intersection of culture and autism, focusing on how educators can navigate both cultural and neurodivergent differences in the classroom. We will dive into how environmental and interpersonal influences shape how students with autism are perceived, supported, and engaged in learning. Through discussion, case studies, and strategies, educators will learn to create more accessible and proactive teaching environments that support students and their unique learning needs. Participants will leave with practical tools for implementing evidence-based instructional practices for students with autism.
Special instructions
**this is a virtual PLC format and is a collaboration with Regions 11 & 15 ESC. Targeted audience is educators in Regions 11, 14, & 15**
Presenter(s)
Claudia Perez, M.Ed.
Accomodations
Please notify the ESC Contact listed below if you have a specific accommodation request.
ESC contact
Amber Davies
ESC contact email
adavies@esc14.net
Location
Live Streaming
Room(s)
Date(s)
March 30, 2026
Time
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Registration deadline
March 30, 2026 3:30 PM
Registering with purchase orders
If registering with a purchase order, you must first submit your purchase order to Region 14 at: pitstopadmin@esc14.net.
A confirmation email will be sent once the purchase order is processed (generally within 4 business hours), and you will be able to complete your registration.
An invoice will be issued after the session is completed.
Cancellation deadline
You may cancel this registration anytime before the end of business on March 25, 2026.
No refunds will be given after this date.
Fees
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CPE Credit
1.0
Subject(s)
Special Education
Grade(s)
EE, PK, KG, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Audience(s)
Any Interested Audience, Administrators, Counselors, Curriculum Staff, Early Childhood, Elementary Teachers, Evaluation Personnel, Paraprofessionals, Principals, Secondary Teachers, Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Objective(s)
Note
Please make other arrangements for non-participants - including children.