Words can open doors, enabling persons with intellectual disabilities to lead fuller, more independent lives. Words can also create barriers to stereotypes that are not only demeaning, but which also rob persons with intellectual disabilities of their individuality. Special Olympics is creating an inclusive world, where we focus on abilities, not disabilities. The following language guidelines have been developed by experts for use by anyone writing or speaking about persons with intellectual disabilities, ensuring that all
people are portrayed with individuality and dignity.
Considering joining United Champion School?
This Informational Booklet will be a great introduction to the program and help ensure that you feel comfortable about all the things that Unified Champion School® can do, but we have one additional great resource: staff at Special Olympics Oklahoma! At Special Olympics Oklahoma, we are committed to the success of your Unified Champion School®. There is nothing that inspires more excitement and optimism than activating young people with the mission of inclusion and acceptance for all – so we are here to help
every step of the way.
Therapeds is a therapist-owned company that supports School Districts in hiring contract therapists. We know the challenge of hiring skilled therapists/SSPs as well as the need for ongoing contractor management/support during the school year.
Please see Therapeds Contracting Service for more information.
Presence (formerly PresenceLearning) has been working with the The Oklahoma State Department of Education for the past year to support those districts in the state that have experienced difficulty in completing timely assessments in relation to Indicator 11 (timley initial evaluations). Presence is also available to support Oklahoma school districts who find themselves needing ancillary service providers such as School Psychologists/Mental Health, Speech Pathologists, and Occupational Therapist through their award winning, proprietary, and secure platform. If your school district is finding itself in need of providers to services for your students, please contact Kimberly Catello for more information or to schedule a live demonstration.
OSDE sponsored events, professional development, and conferences are beneficial to special education teachers and staff. Information about upcoming events can be found on the Project 613 list.
Additional information or questions about Project 613 can be directed to Abby Johnson.
We are very excited to announce the upcoming Oklahoma Statewide Autism Conference! This year we are once again hosting a two half-day virtual conference. We are committed to carrying on the tradition of bringing nationally recognized experts to Oklahoma to promote ongoing learning opportunities for parents, professionals, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
This year's theme focuses on the intentional decisions necessary to help ensure successful transitions into adult life for individuals with ASD. The events, activities, and processes associated with key changes between environments throughout the lifespan of an individual, the topic is vital for individuals with autism as well as the families, educators, and professionals who support them.
We appreciate the support of all the sponsors, volunteers, and speakers who have made the Oklahoma Statewide Autism Conference a success for the past twelve years. For more information about sponsoring the event, please contact Michele DeBerry, michele-deberry@ouhsc.edu. We look forward to you joining us virtually on October 20-21, 2022.
For more information about speakers and CEUs, please see Oklahoma Statewide Autism Conference Flyer.
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The Oklahoma Autism Center has set up Professional Development workshops over a variety of trainings. Please see the Professional Development Opportunities for 22-23.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: Foundation Training for Teaching for Teachers and Other Certified Staff
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: Foundation Training for Paraprofessionals and Other Support Staff
- Reducing Challenging Behavior for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments & Writing Behavior Intervention Plans
- Professional Development Opportunities Funded by OSDE-SES.
Additional information can be found on The Oklahoma Autism Center.
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