to join, follow this link and choose "open forum 2nd Friday VLC" https://aetonline.org/events/vlc-login 

Date: Friday, August 21st, 2026
Start time: 10:00 am PDT / 11:00 am MDT / 12:00 pm CDT / 1:00 pm EDT
Duration: 90 minutes

Supporting the academic achievement of autistic students has never been more important. Despite the vast heterogeneity in autistic profiles, there are some common patterns of academic strengths and challenges, as well as a growing understanding of how to develop those strengths and address the challenges. Join board-certified educational therapist Diana Black Kennedy to explore common cognitive and academic patterns of the autistic students in your private practice or classroom, and to learn about the current understanding of how best to meet their academic needs.

Attendees will be able to:

1. Describe characteristic cognitive profiles in autism and their impact on speaking and writing.
2. Identify patterns of strengths and challenges in expressive language frequently observed among autistic students.
3. Explain effective instructional strategies and supports that build on the strengths and address the challenges in speaking and writing for autistic learners.

Members:  $15  Non-members $25

To register  https://aetonline.org/events/webinars 

You're Invited! Town Hall Meeting – Let Your Voice Be Heard
Join us for an AET Town Hall Meeting, where you set the agenda. This is your opportunity to speak directly with the AET Board of Directors about any topic that matters to you. This is a vital opportunity to connect, ask questions, and shape the future of our community. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to AET, your input matters, this is your open forum for a Q&A with the AET Board.

Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
Time: 8:00AM Pacific - 9:00AM Mountain - 10:00AM Central - 11:00 AM Eastern