Human Development Center

Have you ever had that feeling of being on the edge of understanding something new but just needing a little push to totally get it?  Or, the feeling like when you're trying to remember something important and it's on the tip of your tongue, but you need just one little hint to bring it to mind? Prompting can make all the difference—it’s a guide that nudges us in the right direction, giving us just the right amount of assistance at just the right time to keep us from becoming overwhelmed or stuck. 

 

Are you interested in learning more about facilitating meaningful communication with your students? This webinar explores scripting, an evidence-based practice that provides support in the form of words and/or pictures for an individual to model appropriate communication.

 

For many students with autism, social interactions and verbal communication can be challenging. Scripting visuals—structured visual supports that outline conversations or routines—can help students navigate these interactions with confidence.

 

Partner with the Human Development Center's LASARD Project for the 2025-26 school year! Get to know HDC's Education, Transition, and Community services with LASARD Director Ali Kowitz.

 

Valentine’s Day can be a fun and exciting celebration for students, but for some children with disabilities, social interactions and traditions like exchanging valentines may feel overwhelming. Educators and families can help by providing structured supports, including social scripts that guide students through common interactions.

 

In this Lunch + Learn, we learn how to track students' progress to make data-driven decisions that support their achievement. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome to LASARD’s free Lunch + Learn webinar series! Each month, our expert LASARD facilitators or guests will discuss topics like social skills, visual supports, self-regulation tips, communication strategies, and more! These webinars are for educators, families, and anyone else interested.