Upcoming Conferences, Workshops and Events

July 2009

FCTD Summer Institute 2009
Web-based Event
Date: July 20, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Website: http://www.fctd.info/show/home
Abstract: The Family Center on Technology and Disability (FCTD) will provide a free, two-week online summer institute, July 20-31, 2009. FCTD’s summer institutes connect educators, disability professionals, and parents across the country with leading national experts in assistive and instructional technologies. This year’s institute will have two learning strands: “Accessible Instructional Materials: NIMAS and Beyond” and “Social Media Tools.” Participants can register for continuing education units (CEUs).

Global Access: Opening a World of Opportunity
Conference
Date: July 20, 2009 - July 25, 2009
Location: Louisville, KY
Website: http://www.ahead.org/conferences/2009
Abstract: The theme of AHEAD’s 2009 conference, in Louisville, KY, is “Global Access: Opening a World of Opportunity,” offering a wide variety of pre-conference, plenary, and concurrent sessions, as well as networking and social opportunities.

National Forum on Education Statistics/NCES Summer Data Conference
Conference
Date: July 27, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Location: Bethesda, MD
Website: http://nces.ed.gov/forum
Abstract: The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), in the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES), will sponsor the 2009 National Forum on Education Statistics and the NCES Summer Data Conference at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda Hotel in Bethesda, MD. The Forum will be held July 27-29, 2009, and the NCES Summer Data Conference July 29-31, 2009. National Forum members from local, state, and federal education agencies and national associations will share their work on tools for improving education data through best practice guides on longitudinal data systems, data ethics, metadata (and its importance), and collecting and managing data on displaced students. Information on state data system initiatives and policy affecting data collection and use will be presented.

August 2009

Safe and Drug-Free Schools National Conference
Conference
Date: August 3, 2009 - August 5, 2009
Location: National Harbor, MD
Website: http://www.osdfsnationalconference.com/
Abstract: The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools 2009 conference will focus on “The Power of Change” and will address issues of civic and character education, crisis planning, mental and physical health, substance abuse, and violence prevention, among others. There is no registration fee, but early registration is recommended as space is limited. Registration deadline: July 10, 2009.

Sixth Annual National Urban Service Learning Institute
Conference
Date: August 5, 2009 - August 7, 2009
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Website: http://tinyurl.com/o2l5z2
Abstract: Sponsored by the NYLC and held in Philadelphia, PA, this annual two-day event focuses on applying the principles of service-learning in urban environments and brings together community members, young people, and school leaders to discuss service-learning outreach and application techniques that help urban students achieve academic excellence and become strong community leaders.

Students with ASD in Schools and Communities
Institute
Date: August 10, 2009 - August 13, 2009
Location: Durham, NH
Website: http://iod.unh.edu/events.html#asi
Abstract: 11th Annual Autism Summer Institute: Evidence-Based Practices for Supporting The Autism Summer Institute’s goal is to provide strength-based perspectives about students with Autism Spectrum Differences (ASD) to improve the quality of education in inclusive settings. Participants will gain knowledge and skills to evaluate and select supports and strategies based on research evidence that will enhance the full participation of students with ASD in their schools and communities. The Institute includes keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and “home” work groups.

US BLN Annual Conference and Career Fair
Conference
Date: August 15, 2009 - August 18, 2009
Location: Landover, MD
Website: http://www.newworkforceconference.org
Abstract: Sponsored by the US Business Leadership Network (BLN) and Job Accommodation Network (JAN), this conference is a national event for business, community leaders and BLN affiliates that have an interest in hiring, retaining and marketing to people with disabilities. This year’s theme is “Connecting the Dots: Business Solutions.”

Realizing the Dream: Promoting Financial Opportunity in All Communities
Conference
Date: August 31, 2009 - September 1, 2009
Location: San Antonio, TX
Website: http://www.tax-coalition.org/aug2009index.cfm
Abstract: Sponsored by the National Community Tax coalition, this conference brings together community tax practitioners, financial services representatives, researchers, policymakers, advocates, government officials and others to discuss Building Prosperity for Working Families.

October 2009

Council for Learning Disabilities - LD Round-Up: Responsive Assessment and Instructional Practies
31st International Conference on Learning Disabilities
Date: October 2-3, 2009
Location: Dallas, Texas
Website: www.cldinternational.org
Abstract: This year, CLD celebrates 31 years of conference excellence by maintaining our traditions of offering high-quality topical sessions that are responsive to important issues in the field of learning disabilities. Our conference theme, LD Round Up: Responsive Assessment & Instructional Practices reflects the focus of the conference, which features topical sessions, workshops, two keynote speakers, and special sessions.