Nominations are now open for the Cynthia Carroll Inclusion Scholarship!
This new award aims to honour the transformative contributions of educational program staff, teaching assistants and support workers who exemplify excellence in fostering inclusive learning environments for Autistic students.
All nominations are due by February 14, 2025.
This educational event, taking place April 10 to 11, 2025 will help equip teachers, Early Childhood Educators (ECEs), Educational Program Assistants (EPAs), Teacher’s Assistants (TAs), and other educators about autism.
Learn up to date strategies that will become best practices in supporting all learners in classrooms and beyond. Lunch and snacks will also be provided to attendees.
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Do you know a teaching assistant, educational program assistant or educational support worker who has made a positive impact fostering inclusive learning spaces? Nominations are now open for the Cynthia Carroll Inclusion Scholarship. This new initiative aims to honour the transformative contributions of educational program staff, teaching assistants and support workers who exemplify excellence…
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