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Sep 10 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Tuesday, September 10th Time: 4-5 pm ET INFORMATION & REGISTRATION Transitioning with Confidence: Enhancing Communication in Academic Settings The International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) invites you to this live RettEd session focusing on supporting students’ communication needs during school transitions. During this webinar, Emily Cleer Estades, a licensed SLP and mother to a 24-year-old with Rett syndrome, will share her insights from both professional and personal perspectives. She will discuss challenges and successes, offering advice on advocating for students and ensuring successful IEP and transition meetings. Then, Andrea Etkie, also a licensed SLP and Rett syndrome researcher, will present evidence-based strategies and innovative approaches. She will emphasize the importance of including students in transition discussions to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met. This session aims to combine professional expertise with personal experience to enhance communication support during academic transitions for students of all ages with Rett syndrome, with emphasis on preparing for Adulthood Transition conversations that begin around age 14. Join us for an informative and engaging session! Thank you to our RettEd Empowerment Sponsors, presenting sponsor Acadia Pharmaceuticals and diamond sponsor Taysha Gene Therapies, for helping IRSF provide educational resources and support to families affected by Rett syndrome. Medical Disclaimer: All information, content, and material provided in this webcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Subscribe to filtered calendar