Autism Basics
02/04/2013
This introductory course on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) shines a light on the different characteristics associated with ASD. We’ll focus on communication, social skills, behavioral patterns and response to sensory information. Learn specific strategies to help individuals with ASD in school, at home and in the community.
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Medford Library, Adams Room
205 S Central Ave., Medford
Free of charge
Please call to preregister
541-732-5958 or email Katherine.Keesee@providence.org
About the speaker:
Mari Martinen earned her bachelor of arts in education in 1997 at Pacific Lutheran University, with a dual major in elementary education and special education. Ms. Martinen earned her master’s degree in education with a focus on special education, along with her initial administrative license, from Southern Oregon University in 2008. She has worked as an autism consultant, a STEPS classroom teacher serving students in kindergarten through 5th grade and assisted Joel Arick, Ph.D., in setting up STAR classrooms throughout southern Oregon.
• Spanish interpretation will be available.
• Certificate of Attendance available upon request.
A Providence Swindells Resource Center Community Lecture
Serving Families of Children with Special Needs in Southern Oregon
2013 Community Education Lecture
840 Royal Ave., Medford
541-732-5958
