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TASN ATBS provides professional development opportunities

Virtual support for transitioning for students with autism and complex learning needs 

The Kansas Technical Assistance System Network (TASN) Autism and Tertiary Behavior Supports (ATBS) is offering a year-long, month-by-month approach to supporting transitioning for students with autism and complex learning needs. 

All members of transition teams are encouraged to attend – elementary, middle, high school and postsecondary teachers, transition specialists and coordinators, administrators, parents, related service providers, and paraprofessional staff. 

Kansas educators will work in transition teams to collaborate and demonstrate understanding and implementation of the components of high-quality transition programs and services that support postsecondary outcomes. 

Topics of the virtual sessions include assessment, student-directed planning, family engagement, academic content, employment and career development, independent living and inclusion in the community. 

Spots are available for the morning and afternoon sessions. 

 

Contact Michele Hayes, mrhayes@pittstate.edu, with questions. 

 

It’s All About YOU! Creating a Positive Environment for Success 

This is a three-day, in-person and virtual training where participants will learn evidence-based instructional strategies for students with behavioral challenges, ASD, intellectual disabilities, and complex needs. The focus is on reshaping the learning environment through adult behavior change to foster positive outcomes for all students. 

These sessions are designed for those directly working with students, trainers, service providers, and educational leaders. This training is ideal for confident individuals in an applied learning context. Teams of two or more are recommended. 

The training dates and times are the following:  

 

Contact Peggy VonFeldt, peggyv@tasnatbs.org, with questions.  

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Posted: Aug 14, 2025,
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