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 Practices - 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.

November 2009

Accessing Higher Ground: Accessible Media, Web and Technology Conference for Education, for Businesses, for Web and Media Designers
Conference
Date: November 10, 2009 - November 14, 2009
Location: Boulder, CO
Website: http://www.colorado.edu/ATconference/
Abstract: This conference, presented by Disability Services at the University of Colorado at Boulder, in collaboration with AHEAD, EASI and ATHEN, focuses on the implementation and benefits of Assistive Technology in the university and college setting for people with sensory, physical and learning disabilities. Other topics include legal and policy issues, including ADA and 508 compliance, and making campus media and information resources – including Web pages and library resources – accessible. Keynote speaker is T.V. Raman, Research Scientist, of Google, Inc.

National Convention of the Arc of The United States
Conference
Date: November 11, 2009 - November 14, 2009
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Website: http://www.thearc.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=411
Abstract: The convention is sponsored by the ARC and will be held in Pittsburgh, PA. Information is at the Web site.