Oakton Hosts Autism Conference February 14
Parents and educators of children with autism are invited to attend the conference, For the Love of Children, 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14, at Oakton Community College, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie.
Brendan McCormick, executive director of Good Shepherd Center in suburban Hazel Crest, is the keynote speaker for this event. Additional sessions feature Mary Wonderlick, M.A., and Jennifer Wheeler and Nuccio Dargento, who are parents of children with autism.
Sponsored by Oakton Community College in partnership with A Place for Children, Inc., and Children’s Home Aid Society, the conference fee is $35 ($25 for students). Registration includes continental breakfast and a box lunch.
In-service credit and contact hours are available for professionals.
For more information or to register, call 847-640-9590, ext. 27.
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