Autism Through The Lens of the WI DPI Criteria (CESA 6)

Ever wonder what barriers are associated with autism?  What is included when a student meets the educational diagnosis of autism? Come join us in a walk through the lens of the WI Autism Criteria to have a deeper understanding of the disability.  

• Participants will leave with an understanding of common barriers associated with autism to be able to use it as a lens to support individuals.  
• Familiarize participants with characteristics of autism spectrum disorder
• Participants will be given information to help change their approach to neurological differences seen with students on the spectrum

About the Presenter: Katie Berg MA Ed., Supporting Neurodiverse Students Statewide Coordinator

Katie has been educating students for over 20 years. She has worked in the private sector, public education and now statewide through an IDEA Discretionary Grant.  From her experiences providing one on one therapy, classroom teaching, district training and now statewide work, Katie has had opportunities to engage learners in a range of subjects related to students with neurodiverse needs.  Many years were spent focused on working with students with autism and students experiencing mental health differences. Katie focuses on Social and Emotional Learning skills to support students and educators in problem-solving challenging behaviors.