CESA 5 2024 SLP Institute

CESA 5 Speech-Language Pathologists Institute

Event Website:  https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org/

PURPOSE: This 2-day Institute provides Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) with a wide variety of strategies to support various communication needs. Our speakers cover current topics for SLPs. Our unique setup allows direct interaction with multiple vendors, including therapy, educational materials & assistive technology strategies. The Institute also allows SLPs to reconnect with the extended community of school-based SLPs. In addition to our distinguished keynote speakers, this conference features vendor exhibits, one ethics session, and fabulous door prizes provided by our wonderful vendors.

Monday Keynote Speakers

Jessie Ginsburg, M.S., CCC-SLP, CEO of Pediatric Therapy Playhouse, Inside Out Sensory Programs

Chris Wenger, SLP,  aka, "Speech Dude", Author of the DASL and Creator of ND Affirming IEP Courses

Making the Shift: Revolutionary Methods for Autistic Kids

Jessie and Chris's presentation will include:  

Utilizing the Neurodiversity Paradigm

Building on strengths, interests, and motivation

Facilitating sensory and emotional regulation

Developing social learning and self-advocacy

Registration Fee: $275 for both days

Students: Special pricing for full-time students is only $100 for both days.  Register with your University email account (email hodgsont@cesa5.org and we will adjust your fee).

When paying by check or PO, please include a copy of your NeonOne confirmation email.

Mail to: CESA 5, 626 E. Slifer St., Portage, WI  53901

Questions

Taber Hodgson (608) 745-5423 or email: hodgsont@cesa5.org

Conference Coordinator: Erikke Nystrom-Grothaus (608) 745-5440

Lodging

You can make your hotel reservations by calling Glacier Canyon Lodge, Wisconsin Dells, at 1-800-867-9453.

Discounted room rates are in effect until January 26, 2024

Single Occupancy Room: $82 - Double, Triple, or Quad Occupancy Room: $109

Rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes, (currently 12.25%) in effect at the time of check-in unless proper tax-exempt documentation is provided prior to check-in.

Reference Leader #858737 to be linked with The 2024 SLP Institute.

Dietary Restrictions

If you have any dietary restrictions which require special accommodations due to allergies or medical reasons, please let us know when you register.

We will do our best to work with the resort to accommodate medical issues - not food preferences.

Disclaimer:  CESA 5 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and basic food allergies.  A notice of a special dietary need must be made in advance of the event.

Cancellation Policy:  Registered participants will receive a full refund if they cancel at least 10 working days before the conference.  Because of our commitments to the conference facility, presenters, vendors, and participants, no refund of any kind, for any reason, will be given for cancellation requests received after February 9, 2024.  CESA 5 cannot make exceptions to this policy.  Registrations are transferable within your organization.  Any lodging cancellations are the responsibility of the participant and are not subject to any refund by CESA 5.  CESA 5 WILL NOT CANCEL THE CONFERENCE DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.

ASHA CMHs: this conference is not part of the ASHA CE Registry, which means it will not show up automatically in your ASHA CE Registry report.  It is the participant's responsibility to submit a copy of the provided certificate of attendance with the other necessary documentation when submitting the 3-year Certification Maintenance renewal paperwork.  Please refer to http://www.asha.org/certification/maintain-ccc for further clarification.  A Certificate of Attendance with seven hours each day will be furnished based on your attendance.  Participants attending the Ethics Training will be provided with a certificate of completion (1 hour).