Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is offering a second February Virtual Webinar on:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
4:30pm-5:45pm
Structuring for Success: Using Pictures and Words to Promote Engagement
Presenter: Christine Murray, MS, CCC-SLP
This livestream webinar will provide an overview of picture- and word-based strategies to support autistic children. Emphasis will be on use of meaningful structure to promote understanding and engagement across a variety of contexts. Strengths commonly associated with autism will also be discussed. Please note: Strategies included in this webinar are meant for children with current understanding of pictures and/or written words; please see Using Objects to Build Understanding of this series for object-based alternatives.
Objectives:
1. Participants will be able to describe strengths commonly associated with autism
2. Participants will be able to explain the benefits of using visual structure to support autistic learners
3. Participants will be able to connect picture- and word-based strategies to their underlying purposes
Link to Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1598/registrations/new
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
4:30pm-5:45pm
Structuring for Success: Using Pictures and Words to Promote Engagement
Presenter: Christine Murray, MS, CCC-SLP
This livestream webinar will provide an overview of picture- and word-based strategies to support autistic children. Emphasis will be on use of meaningful structure to promote understanding and engagement across a variety of contexts. Strengths commonly associated with autism will also be discussed. Please note: Strategies included in this webinar are meant for children with current understanding of pictures and/or written words; please see Using Objects to Build Understanding of this series for object-based alternatives.
Objectives:
1. Participants will be able to describe strengths commonly associated with autism
2. Participants will be able to explain the benefits of using visual structure to support autistic learners
3. Participants will be able to connect picture- and word-based strategies to their underlying purposes
Link to Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1598/registrations/new
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is offering a Virtual Workshop for families and educators on:
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
4:30pm-5:45pm
Structuring for Success: Using Objects to Build Understanding
Presenter: Christine Murray, MS, CCC-SLP
This livestream webinar will provide an overview of object-based strategies to support autistic children. Emphasis will be on use of meaningful structure to promote understanding and engagement across a variety of contexts. Strengths commonly associated with autism will also be discussed. Please note: Strategies included in this webinar are meant to be accessible to all, including very young children and older children with co-occurring intellectual disability.
Objectives:
1. Participants will be able to describe strengths commonly associated with autism
2. Participants will be able to explain the benefits of using visual structure to support autistic learners
3. Participants will be able connect object-based strategies to their underlying purposes
Link to Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1597/registrations/new
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
4:30pm-5:45pm
Structuring for Success: Using Objects to Build Understanding
Presenter: Christine Murray, MS, CCC-SLP
This livestream webinar will provide an overview of object-based strategies to support autistic children. Emphasis will be on use of meaningful structure to promote understanding and engagement across a variety of contexts. Strengths commonly associated with autism will also be discussed. Please note: Strategies included in this webinar are meant to be accessible to all, including very young children and older children with co-occurring intellectual disability.
Objectives:
1. Participants will be able to describe strengths commonly associated with autism
2. Participants will be able to explain the benefits of using visual structure to support autistic learners
3. Participants will be able connect object-based strategies to their underlying purposes
Link to Register: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1597/registrations/new
The FACE Center is offering a virtual parent workshop on February 12, 2026, at 6:00pm to learn about the transition process from Preschool Special Education to School Age Special Education. If you are interested in attending, please click on the link below to register, can the image of the QR code image, or email karenr@stic-cil.org.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/rca6r6d
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall.
Please see attached flyer for PS It Works-Parenting Class offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall.
Another exciting learning opportunity for families, caregivers, and teachers! The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) is offering a free a training series. This month's topic focuses on supporting emotional regulation in neurodiverse children.
What: Supporting Emotional Regulation in Neurodiverse Children: Considerations & Strategies for Setting Children Up for Success
When: December 11, 2025, from 6:00-7:30pm
Where: All sessions are offered through Zoom.
Registration is required: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1542/registrations/new
Holidays, while joyful, can also be stressful. For neurodiverse individuals the change in their routine, anticipation, uncertainty, and many other factors, can lead to heightened emotionality (positive or negative) that may lead to “big” emotions. This presentation will focus on these challenges and highlight proactive strategies to both minimize distress and further support the development of emotional regulation skills.
Following participation in the seminar, participants will be able to:
1. Identify proactive strategies to reduce instances of dysregulation.
2. Identify strategies to implement as early warning signs emerge.
3. Identify strategies to increase the acquisition and generalization of emotional regulation skills.
Presenter Bio:
David L. Meichenbaum, Ph.D. is a NYS licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of developmental and mental health disorders.
What: Supporting Emotional Regulation in Neurodiverse Children: Considerations & Strategies for Setting Children Up for Success
When: December 11, 2025, from 6:00-7:30pm
Where: All sessions are offered through Zoom.
Registration is required: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1542/registrations/new
Holidays, while joyful, can also be stressful. For neurodiverse individuals the change in their routine, anticipation, uncertainty, and many other factors, can lead to heightened emotionality (positive or negative) that may lead to “big” emotions. This presentation will focus on these challenges and highlight proactive strategies to both minimize distress and further support the development of emotional regulation skills.
Following participation in the seminar, participants will be able to:
1. Identify proactive strategies to reduce instances of dysregulation.
2. Identify strategies to implement as early warning signs emerge.
3. Identify strategies to increase the acquisition and generalization of emotional regulation skills.
Presenter Bio:
David L. Meichenbaum, Ph.D. is a NYS licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of developmental and mental health disorders.
AAC Parent-Teacher Meeting
When: December 17, 2025, from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: District Office
Please RSVP by 12/15 to Danielle Lane (dlane@wcsdletsgo.com)
Childcare will be provided by request
When: December 17, 2025, from 6:30-7:30pm
Where: District Office
Please RSVP by 12/15 to Danielle Lane (dlane@wcsdletsgo.com)
Childcare will be provided by request
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall.
Tomorrow, December 5th is an Early Release Day. Pre-K will dismiss at 11:10 and Kindergarten at 11:20.
Parents/Guardians of Lincoln Street Elementary students:
New York State requires a short Digital Equity Survey (DES) about each student’s access to a learning device and internet at home. This helps us identify students who need support and secure funding/resources for them.
Please help us secure funding for the future by completing the DES below.
https://forms.office.com/r/nzgvwmsSkq
New York State requires a short Digital Equity Survey (DES) about each student’s access to a learning device and internet at home. This helps us identify students who need support and secure funding/resources for them.
Please help us secure funding for the future by completing the DES below.
https://forms.office.com/r/nzgvwmsSkq
Reminder to those who signed up: The movie night is at Sayre Theatre tonight at 5:30. The theatre is encouraging guests to bring blankets as their heater is broke. Sorry for the inconvenience. We can't wait to see you there!
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter.
Parents/Guardians of Lincoln Street Elementary students:
New York State requires a short Digital Equity Survey (DES) about each student’s access to a learning device and internet at home. This helps us identify students who need support and secure funding/resources for them.
Please help us secure funding for the future by completing the DES below.
https://forms.office.com/r/nzgvwmsSkq
New York State requires a short Digital Equity Survey (DES) about each student’s access to a learning device and internet at home. This helps us identify students who need support and secure funding/resources for them.
Please help us secure funding for the future by completing the DES below.
https://forms.office.com/r/nzgvwmsSkq
Today 11/10 is an EARLY RELEASE Day. Pre-K dismisses at 11:10 and Kindergarten dismisses at 11:20.
There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow 11/11-Veterans Day.
There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow 11/11-Veterans Day.
Another exciting learning opportunity for families, caregivers, and teachers! The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) is offering a free a training series. This month's topic focuses on daily life.
What: Neuropsychological Issues Affecting Children with Autism in Daily Life
When: 6:00-7:30pm
Where: All sessions are offered through Zoom.
Registration is required: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1528/registrations/new
This seminar will explore how neuropsychological factors influence the daily functioning of children with autism at home, in school, and in the community. We will discuss common challenges in executive functioning, attention, memory, communication, and social-emotional skills, and provide practical, evidence-based strategies that families can use to support their child’s success across settings.
Following participation in the seminar, participants will be able to:
1. Identify common neuropsychological domains affected in autism and how they influence daily functioning
2. Recognize signs of executive functioning, attention, memory, and communication difficulties in home, school, and community settings
3. Apply practical strategies to support skill development and independence in children with autism
Presented by Paula Zuffante, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist with a subspecialty in pediatric neuropsychology.
What: Neuropsychological Issues Affecting Children with Autism in Daily Life
When: 6:00-7:30pm
Where: All sessions are offered through Zoom.
Registration is required: https://nysrcasd.org/events/1528/registrations/new
This seminar will explore how neuropsychological factors influence the daily functioning of children with autism at home, in school, and in the community. We will discuss common challenges in executive functioning, attention, memory, communication, and social-emotional skills, and provide practical, evidence-based strategies that families can use to support their child’s success across settings.
Following participation in the seminar, participants will be able to:
1. Identify common neuropsychological domains affected in autism and how they influence daily functioning
2. Recognize signs of executive functioning, attention, memory, and communication difficulties in home, school, and community settings
3. Apply practical strategies to support skill development and independence in children with autism
Presented by Paula Zuffante, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist with a subspecialty in pediatric neuropsychology.
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall.
Please see attached Weekly Newsletter from Mrs. Hall.
We continue to watch the weather for our Halloween parade tomorrow. We will make a decision in the morning if it will be held inside or outside. If the parade is inside, families will enter and exit the school through the office doors on Hickory Street. Please send your child to school with their costume on.