DSAW Webinar Series Presents:
Respond Don’t React
This series of webinars will focus on the nuts and bolts of Dr. David Stein's book Supporting Positive Behavior in Children and Teens with Down Syndrome. Specific examples of common behavior problems will be shared along with strategies for successful solutions. The webinar will include time for discussion surrounding individual questions/challenges. Having a copy of the book will be extremely helpful (but not necessary) as references to chapters will occur in every session.
Session Dates & Topics
April 5
How NOT to view the behavior: Change your thinking
Why are behavior problems so common?
The first session will be very interactive. Participants will have the opportunity to suggest topics for the next few sessions!
April 12
April 19
April 26
Speaker: Chris Gagne
Chris spent her early professional career as a Recreation Therapist working in long-term care, rehabilitation, camping, and adult day programs. After receiving her teaching credential in special education and masters degree in education, she worked as an educator for over ten years specializing in transition (high school) and students with behavioral challenges (PreK- 21). Coupled with foster parenting, live-in group home parenting, and long-term respite work, Chris brings experience and stories that touch nearly every situation, struggle and family structure.
Previously the Director of DSAW Family Services, Chris now focuses her time with DSAW on education and special projects while continuing to serve students in the Fond du Lac School District.
