New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association upcoming events

The ADHD and Executive Function Lens for SLP's (April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This workshop serves to expand understanding and support strategies for school-based and clinic-based interventions for individuals with ADHD. Participants will acquire an “ADHD & Executive Function Lens" to gain competence and clarity for working confidently with the ADHD population and affected families.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Participants will examine how executive function deficits and ADHD influence the behaviors of children and adults utilizing current literature and case study.
Participants will understand and differentiate neurodevelopmental perspectives of ADHD from common misconceptions based on current scientific literature.
Participants will apply strengths-based stategies to treatment/intervention approaches for executive function skills.

PRESENTER/BIO:

Valerie Mackiewicz, MS, AACC, CACP - Certified ADHD Coach Practitioner

Degree/Credentials - Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, ADDCA Certified Associate ADHD Coach, PAAC Certified ADHD Coach Practitioner.

Valerie Mackiewicz is a dedicated Certified ADHD Coach Practitioner, specializing in working with adults, parents, educators, mental health providers, specialists (OT/PT/SLP), and executives/professionals. Her experience spans clinical, school, community, and business settings, allowing her to develop a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to ADHD & Executive Function support, educational training, and professional development. She is on a local and global mission to continue advancing best practices, fostering professional collaboration, and supporting individuals in all areas of ADHD and Executive Function - both for the client and their support professionals. Valerie is a WNY native and a SUNY Fredonia alum.

TIME ORDERED AGENDA:

Duration - 1 hr

6:30pm - 7:30pm EST

Intro: 5 minutes

Belonging & Meaningful Participation: 10 minutes

Evidence-based Information & Programming: 25 minutes

Implementation & Tools: 15 minutes

Questions and Comments: 5 minutes

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Calling all graduate students: Cafecito & Grad School Chats (May 08, 2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

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Calling all graduate students. Join us at our event.

A space for all SLP graduate students to ask questions and meet other graduates. Come and talk and share your stories. Students from all programs are encouraged to attend. Drop in and bring your favorite drink!

All members and nonmembers are welcome to attend.

Students who attend the Cafecito event will receive a $10 membership discount.

Your hosts: Ashley Mercado and Caron Hinton

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026

Time: 6:00-7:00 pm EST

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Navigating challenging conversations in stuttering therapy across the lifespan (June 13, 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

In partnership with the American Institute for Stuttering, this course is offered for 0.55 ASHA CEUs.

Navigating challenging conversations in stuttering therapy across the lifespan equips speech-language pathologists with counseling-informed skills to engage confidently in the emotionally complex conversations central to stuttering-affirming care. This course reframes tough conversations as therapeutic moments that support autonomy, participation, and long-term communication well-being.

Through case vintage, video roleplays, and group discussions centered around clients who stutter across the lifespan, participants learn practical strategies—including reflective listening, validation, open-ended questioning, and motivational interviewing principles - to address parental or client urgency, uncertainty, shame, avoidance, and internalized stigma. Clinicians leave with concrete language and tools to navigate difficult moments with clarity, compassion, and intention.

Presenters:

Heather Grossman, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF

Mark O'Malia, MS, CCC-SLP

Fee: $300 (before 5/15) or $350 (after 5/15)

All They Do Is Stim - Addressing Common Misconceptions and Barriers to AAC Implementation in Schools (June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This session will examine commonly observed student-specific, team-based, and systemic barriers to AAC implementation within the school setting. These challenges and misconceptions will be defined and discussed in relation to student access to and success with using AAC. Finally, evidence-based practices centered around a team approach will be provided to address the identified barriers.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Define barriers to AAC implementation based on student-specific, team based, or systemic factors.
Analyze how common barriers to AAC can influence successful carryover of communication skills across school settings.
Develop effective AAC implementation strategies centered around evidence-based practices, individualized student communication needs, and a whole team approach.

DATE AND TIME:

Day: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Time: 6:00-7:00 pm EST

5:00-6:00 pm CST

PRESENTER/BIO:

Carly Franzgrote, MS., CCC-SLP

Franzgrote began her career working with individuals with autism and related disabilities when she was in college as a respite care provider. Her work as a respite care provider inspired her to continue working with this population as she began her career as a speech-language pathologist. As a speech-language pathologist, she supported individuals with complex communication needs within school settings. While working as a speech-language pathologist, Franzgrote gained extensive knowledge in the areas of augmentative and alternative communication and functional communication. Additionally, she encouraged carry over of her student’s communication skills by providing training and support to her colleagues who also worked with students on her caseload. From this experience, Franzgrote discovered a passion for coaching.

Franzgrote received her BA in elementary education with an endorsement in special education from St. Ambrose University. She then earned an MS in speech-language pathology from the same university. In addition to her degrees, Franzgrote holds an LBS1 certification and a certificate of clinical competency from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Financial: Carly Franzgrote receives a salary from Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford for full-time employment as an Autism Specialist with the Illinois Autism Partnership.

Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial disclosures.

TIME ORDERED AGENDA:

5 minutes—Introductions and Disclosures
10 minutes—Overview and Background
20 minutes—Barriers and Misconceptions to AAC Implementation
20 minutes—Solutions and Problem Solving
5 minutes—Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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