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Monday, September 14
 

8:30am EDT

Check In and Exhibit Hall
Monday September 14, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Monday September 14, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

9:30am EDT

Welcome
Monday September 14, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Speakers
avatar for Brittany Feilen

Brittany Feilen

Director, PASS Project

Monday September 14, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

9:45am EDT

Resparking the Joy of Teaching: Sustainable Teaching Practices to Establish Resiliency
Monday September 14, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Wabash Ballroom
The session will explore actionable approaches for maintaining longevity in education, including the importance of mentorship and professional collaboration, setting healthy boundaries, building supportive school communities, and implementing realistic self-care practices that fit into the demands of everyday teaching. Participants will leave feeling encouraged, energized, and equipped with...
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DA
Monday September 14, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Wabash Ballroom 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees, Keynote

10:45am EDT

Break & Exhibit Hall
Monday September 14, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Monday September 14, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

11:00am EDT

9 Classroom Accessibility Adaptations for Students with Cortical Cerebral Visual Impairment
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: CVI is the leading cause of pediatric visual impairment, yet environmental barriers often hinder student access. This interactive session explores nine high-impact, zero/low-cost classroom adaptations. By leveraging Universal Design for Learning (UDL), participants will learn to optimize physical and digital spaces, from lighting to layout, to foster independence for...
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Emily Cantillon, PhD, TVI

Perkins School for the Blind
Emily Cantillon, Ph.D., TVI, is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired, providing direct instruction, consultation, and program leadership to support students with complex visual needs in both public and specialized settings while serving as the School-Age Lead CVI Teacher at Perkins... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

11:00am EDT

The Braillenote Evolve
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Ready to transform the way you teach your braille students? Join us for an eye-opening session on the BrailleNote Evolve, the cutting-edge device that combines a laptop-like interface, integrated Braille display, and NVDA screen reader to make accessibility effortless. Session Abstract:Braille documents can be challenging for teachers unfamiliar with Braille code....
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Speakers
avatar for Brian Goemmer, MAEd, COMS

Brian Goemmer, MAEd, COMS

Lab Computers, Inc.
Brian Goemmer brings over 20 years of experience as a technology consultant and Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, supporting vocational rehabilitation programs in Kentucky and Indiana, the Veterans Health Administration, and multiple school districts. His work focuses... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

11:00am EDT

Functional Listening Evaluations That Matter
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Learn practical strategies for Functional Listening Evaluations (FLEs) for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Explore observation techniques and conduct a FLE incorporating varying conditions and tasks. Gain tools to gather information and meaningful IEP data and assist with student access in the educational environment.Session Abstract:Ensuring equitable access to...
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Speakers
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Sarah Kiefer, MAEd

Deaf Education Coordinator, Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
Sarah Kiefer serves as the Deaf Education Coordinator at the Indiana Department of Health’s Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education. She has backgrounds in Deaf Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Technology Leadership, and Administration. Sarah oversees assessment and... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

12:00pm EDT

Lunch and Exhibit Hall
Monday September 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom

Monday September 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

1:30pm EDT

Empowering Educators Through Assistive Technology: Empowering Students by Empowering Teachers
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Attendees will explore a variety of assistive technologies for students with visual impairments, including refreshable braille displays, magnification tools, embossers, beginning braille devices, STEM products, and accessibility software. Participants will learn how the Center for Assistive Technology Training supports teachers through resources, professional development,...
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Speakers
avatar for Dr. Suzie Thomas

Dr. Suzie Thomas

CATT Trainer, The Center for Assistive Technology Training (CATT) - AIDB
Dr. Susie Thomas brings over 28 years of teaching experience, spanning roles as a secondary science teacher for both general education and students who are visually impaired. She has also served as an itinerant Certified Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (CTVI) and Certified... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

1:30pm EDT

Leveraging Games for Learning
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Learning doesn’t have to feel like work! Games can be a powerful tool for engaging students while building meaningful skills in a fun and motivating way. This session will explore how educators can use games to target self-advocacy, language development, and vocabulary within individual and small-group sessions.Participants will discover practical strategies for turning...
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Speakers
avatar for Kim Yenerich

Kim Yenerich

DHH Connections LLC
Kim Yenerich is a Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing located in Lafayette, IN. She graduated from Illinois State University in 2004 with a BS in Deaf Education. She has worked as an Itinerant Teacher for over 15 years. She also dabbled in First Steps for a few years as a Parent Advisor... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  BLV and DHH

1:30pm EDT

The Itinerant Teacher's Essentials: Streamlined Assessment Strategies for Multiple Schools
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Discover streamlined assessment approaches designed for itinerant teachers managing large caseloads across multiple schools. Learn to maximize brief student contact time through strategic observation, efficient documentation tools, collaborative data gathering, and quick-turnaround assessments that provide meaningful information to guide instruction and support student...
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Speakers
BW

Brenda Wellen, M.S.

Executive Director, Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss
Brenda is a semi-retired Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in San Angelo, Texas. She received her Bachelor's Degree in English at Angelo State University and earned her Master's Degree in Communication Sciences with a specialty in Deaf Education at Texas Woman's University... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

2:30pm EDT

Snack Break & Exhibit Hall
Monday September 14, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre

Monday September 14, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

3:00pm EDT

See and Hear the Future of Braille
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Are you curious about how traditional braille tools can shine in the digital age? Join this session to learn about APH's Paige Connect. Sighted peers, family members, and classroom teachers can quickly read what is written on a Perkins Braillewriter and even dive into online exercises that are easy and engaging.Session Abstract:Discover how APH's Paige Connect bridges...
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Speakers
avatar for Jim Sullivan

Jim Sullivan

Director, Social Enterprise, American Printing House
Jim Sullivan is the Director of Social Enterprise at the American Printing House for the Blind (APH), where he has served for more than six years. Prior to joining APH, Jim held leadership, sales, and training positions with several leading assistive technology companies, including... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

3:00pm EDT

Tips and Tricks to Stay Organized
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre

Speakers
avatar for Kim Yenerich

Kim Yenerich

DHH Connections LLC
Kim Yenerich is a Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing located in Lafayette, IN. She graduated from Illinois State University in 2004 with a BS in Deaf Education. She has worked as an Itinerant Teacher for over 15 years. She also dabbled in First Steps for a few years as a Parent Advisor... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  BLV and DHH

3:00pm EDT

Assessment Tool Selection: Matching Instruments to Your DHH Students and Caseload
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Explore and evaluate assessment instruments designed for or appropriate for DHH students. Through hands-on examination of test kits, participants will learn to critically analyze technical adequacy, determine best-fit tools for their caseloads, and build cost-effective assessment collections that provide valid, reliable data across age ranges and skill domains.Session...
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Speakers
BW

Brenda Wellen, M.S.

Executive Director, Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss
Brenda is a semi-retired Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in San Angelo, Texas. She received her Bachelor's Degree in English at Angelo State University and earned her Master's Degree in Communication Sciences with a specialty in Deaf Education at Texas Woman's University... Read More →
Monday September 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing
 
Tuesday, September 15
 

8:00am EDT

Check In
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

8:30am EDT

Collaboration in Action: Public School Stories of Access for Students with CVI
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Effective CVI support requires more than individual expertise, it demands radical collaboration. This session presents real-world success stories from public school settings, illustrating how families, educators, and specialists bridge systemic gaps. Participants will gain practical service-delivery models and implementation checklists to transform "isolated...
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Speakers
EC

Emily Cantillon, PhD, TVI

Perkins School for the Blind
Emily Cantillon, Ph.D., TVI, is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired, providing direct instruction, consultation, and program leadership to support students with complex visual needs in both public and specialized settings while serving as the School-Age Lead CVI Teacher at Perkins... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

8:30am EDT

The Screen Reader Lesson You Can Teach Tomorrow: JAWS, NVDA & ChromeVox Basics
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Tired of screen reader sessions that drift without purpose? Many vision professionals feel inadequacy teaching JAWS, NVDA, and ChromeVox instruction, memorizing commands they can't apply, and struggling to document progress. This hands-on workshop provides immediate relief with a structured lesson plan template and Eye.t Learning Portal access. You'll leave with a...
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Speakers
avatar for Cody Laplante

Cody Laplante

Owner / CEO, Eye.t Vision
Cody Laplante is a certified Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments living in Baltimore, Maryland. Formerly working at the Maryland School for the Blind, Cody worked as an Assistive Technology Specialist, teaching students how to use screen readers, switch access, and worked... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

8:30am EDT

Workshop: Deep Dive into the Listening Inventory For Education (LIFE): Assessing Real-World Listening Challenges to Support Self-Advocacy
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Master the Listening Inventory For Education (LIFE) suite of assessment tools for evaluating functional listening challenges in DHH students with hearing technology. Learn administration of teacher and student versions, interpret results across educational environments; develop data-driven goals and accommodations; and monitor progress toward improved listening access and...
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Speakers
BW

Brenda Wellen, M.S.

Executive Director, Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss
Brenda is a semi-retired Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in San Angelo, Texas. She received her Bachelor's Degree in English at Angelo State University and earned her Master's Degree in Communication Sciences with a specialty in Deaf Education at Texas Woman's University... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

9:30am EDT

Break
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

9:45am EDT

Accessible Math in Action: Digital Math Demonstrations
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Mathematics remains one of the most challenging areas for digital accessibility, yet recent innovations are transforming how students with visual impairments can learn, explore, and produce math content.This session explores how assistive technology improves math access for students who are blind or have low vision. Learn how tools like JAWS, Desmos, MathPix, Monarch, and...
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Speakers
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Nick Leon, MA, COMS, BLV

Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Nick Leon is a Blind and Low Vision Teacher and Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist who serves as the Assistant Director of the Expanded Core Curriculum at the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision, Blind/Low Vision

9:45am EDT

From Function to Support: Behavior Strategies for Diverse Sensory Learners
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Students with sensory and neurodevelopmental differences may communicate behavior in unique ways. This session explores practical, function-based strategies to assess, interpret, and support behavior across diverse learning needs using evidence-based, school-friendly approaches that promote access, regulation, and meaningful skill development.Session Abstract:Students...
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Speakers
avatar for Kelli Spires

Kelli Spires

Special Education Administrator, Center Grove Community Schools
Kelli Spires is a dedicated education professional serving as the Program Support Teacher for Center Grove Community School Corporation. She holds a Master’s degree in Special Education and brings extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs... Read More →
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Erica Bushnell, MA, BCBA, LBA

Center Grove Community Schools
Erica Bushnell is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 14 years of experience in the field of applied behavior analysis. She specializes in school-based services, supporting students with autism and other developmental differences through practical, data-driven, and collaborative... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  BLV and DHH

9:45am EDT

The Deaf Reading Rope
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: With the growth of the Science of Reading, the vital question is being raised of how Deaf/Hard of Hearing students fit into that science. Using reading research from Deaf Education, Dr. Harrison combines ASL/English approaches with the Science of Reading to create the Deaf Reading Rope.Session Abstract:With the growth of the Science of Reading, the vital question is being...
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Speakers
avatar for Nathan E. Harrison, EdD

Nathan E. Harrison, EdD

Faculty, RIT
Dr. Nathan E. Harrison is a lecturer in the Department of Deaf Education at the NTID/RIT, focusing on digital teaching and learning, Deaf/Hard of Hearing pedagogy, bilingual instruction, and Deaf Educational Leadership. He has degrees in Math & Science Education (BS, Utah State University... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

10:45am EDT

Break
Tuesday September 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT
502 East Event Centre

Tuesday September 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

11:00am EDT

Strengthening Playful Learning in Inclusive Classrooms
Tuesday September 15, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Play is the foundation of learning, connection, and joy in early childhood — yet in many classrooms, the pressures of standards, data, and compliance have quietly edged play to the margins. This workshop invites educators to rediscover the power of play as a vehicle for engagement, inclusion, and authentic learning for all children, including those with sensory...
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Speakers
avatar for Jenna Voss, PhD, CED, LSLS Cert AVEd.

Jenna Voss, PhD, CED, LSLS Cert AVEd.

Deaf Education Program Director, Butler University
Jenna Voss, PhD, CED, LSLS Cert. AVEd, is Program Director for the Master of Arts in Deaf Education at Butler University. An experienced faculty member and compassionate educator of deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) students, Dr. Voss finds joy in supporting the professional growth of... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Lunch and Networking
Tuesday September 15, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom

Tuesday September 15, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

1:00pm EDT

Aligning AAC Settings with CVI Evaluation Data
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: This session explores how a vision evaluation by a teacher of the visually impaired informs AAC access for students with Cortical Visual Impairment. Presenters will examine common AAC applications through a CVI-informed lens, highlighting visual modifications that support communication, emphasizing individualized approaches, implementation, and ongoing assessment to honor...
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Speakers
avatar for Mary Giunta, MA, CCC-SLP

Mary Giunta, MA, CCC-SLP

AAC Consultant, AAC Tech Solutions, LLC
Mary Giunta brings over three decades of experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), during which she served diverse populations across multiple settings, including hospitals, schools, adult day programs, outpatient clinics, and early intervention programs. Since... Read More →
EC

Emily Cantillon, PhD, TVI

Perkins School for the Blind
Emily Cantillon, Ph.D., TVI, is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired, providing direct instruction, consultation, and program leadership to support students with complex visual needs in both public and specialized settings while serving as the School-Age Lead CVI Teacher at Perkins... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

1:00pm EDT

Thinking About Thinking: Why Theory of Mind Matters
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Understanding how students think about thoughts matters for language and learning. This session explores why Theory of Mind is foundational to language development, literacy, and classroom learning for all students. Teachers will gain practical ideas for embedding Theory of Mind support into daily academic instruction.Session Abstract:Theory of Mind (ToM) refers to the...
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JH

Jacqueline Hall-Katter

Speech-Language Pathologist, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Jacqueline D. Hall-Katter received her master’s degree from Purdue University in 1992. She has worked exclusively with deaf and hard of hearing children since 1997, first at the Indiana School for the Deaf before transitioning full time to the Center in 2016. As the Center full... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  BLV and DHH

1:00pm EDT

Pathways to Spoken Language: Key Prognostic Indicators
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: This session explores prognostic indicators essential for Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) success, using longitudinal case outcomes to guide objective decision-making and clarify when LSL is an appropriate and ethical recommendation.Session Abstract:Successful Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) outcomes depend on more than hope or opportunity and require careful,...
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Lindy Powell, M.Ed., LSLS Cert. AVEd

St. Joseph Hearing + Speech
Lindy Powell is the Chief Program Officer at St. Joseph Hearing + Speech, where she provides leadership for educational and early intervention programs serving children who are deaf and hard of hearing. She previously served as Director of Education at the Texas Hearing Institute... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

2:00pm EDT

Snack Break
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre

Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees

2:15pm EDT

Teaching Low Vision Computer Accessibility Tools to Resistant Learners
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: Your student needs magnification but refuses to use it. You're exhausted from fighting the same battle every session, watching their future narrow as deadlines approach.This workshop transforms adversarial relationships into collaborative partnerships. Learn why resistance signals unmet psychological needs, then master the Three Indicators framework, a student-driven...
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Speakers
avatar for Cody Laplante

Cody Laplante

Owner / CEO, Eye.t Vision
Cody Laplante is a certified Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments living in Baltimore, Maryland. Formerly working at the Maryland School for the Blind, Cody worked as an Assistive Technology Specialist, teaching students how to use screen readers, switch access, and worked... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Blind/Low Vision

2:15pm EDT

Beyond the FLE: Listening Assessments for the Classroom
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: This presentation expands on Designing Meaningful FLEs by introducing additional audition focused assessments for children who are DHH. Presenters will review tools, including the Mr. Potato Head Task, the Common Objects Token Test, and the Test of Auditory Functioning and focus on selection considerations and connections to classroom auditory access.Session Abstract:This...
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SK

Sarah Kiefer, MAEd

Deaf Education Coordinator, Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
Sarah Kiefer serves as the Deaf Education Coordinator at the Indiana Department of Health’s Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education. She has backgrounds in Deaf Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Technology Leadership, and Administration. Sarah oversees assessment and... Read More →
KM

Kelsey M. Large, Ph.D., LSLS Cert. AVEd

Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
Kelsey currently works as an educational diagnostician and listening and spoken language specialist at the Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education within the Indiana Department of Health. Kelsey has worked with children who are deaf or hard of hearing for the last ten years... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

2:15pm EDT

The Road to Readiness: What Educators Should Know about DHH Early Intervention
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre
Session Description: This session guides participants through Indiana’s early intervention system, First Steps, as it specifically relates to DHH infants and toddlers, highlighting DHH‑specialized services, CDHHE Network referral procedures, family‑centered practices, and cross‑agency collaboration, with an overview of the transition process and available educational...
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Kyndal Gonzalez

Indiana School for the Deaf
Kyndal Gonzalez: Kyndal Gonzalez works as the Family Engagement Coordinator and Deaf Mentor Program Lead for the Indiana School for the Deaf. She holds a BA in Sign Language Interpreting and an MA in Marriage and Family Services. Most of her professional career, spanning 16 years... Read More →
KC

Kjari C. Newell, MA

Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education
Kjari C. Newell, M.A., serves as the CDHHE Network Lead & Compliance Manager and has dedicated nearly two decades to supporting deaf and hard of hearing children and their families. Her experience includes eight years as an itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and over a decade in early... Read More →
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Caitlin Stacy, M.S., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT

Early Intervention Lead, St. Joseph Hearing + Speech
Caitlin Stacy is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and certified Listening and Spoken Language Specialist/Auditory-Verbal Therapist. Caitlin has been with St. Joseph Hearing + Speech for 13 years and currently serves as the Lead of St. Joseph’s Early Intervention Program and... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
502 East Event Centre 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  Deaf/Hard of Hearing

3:15pm EDT

Closing and Door Prizes
Tuesday September 15, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Brittany Feilen

Brittany Feilen

Director, PASS Project

Tuesday September 15, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Wabash Ballroom 502 E Carmel Dr, Carmel, IN 46032, USA
  All Attendees
 

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