Autism: Building a Blueprint for Success

Name: Autism: Building a Blueprint for Success
Start: 2026-03-20T08:45:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-20T16:30:00-04:00
Location: McKimmon Conference Center, North Carolina State University

Schedule

Fri Mar 20 2026 at 08:45 am to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

McKimmon Conference Center, North Carolina State University | Raleigh, NC

Join us for a day of learning focused on best practices & strategies for individuals with autism and those who care for and work with them!
About this Event

The Autism Society of North Carolina's annual conference brings together parents and caregivers, professionals, and autistic adults for a day of learning and sharing. This year's theme - Building a Blueprint for Success will provide attendees with information on effective treatments and teaching, understanding and deciphering behavior as a form of communication, transitioning from high school, and adult options.

Space is limited and early registration is strongly encouraged. There is no onsite registration.

Agenda

🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome Remarks and Announcements
Host: David Laxton
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:15 AM
After the Autism Diagnosis: Effective Treatments and Teaching Methods
Host: Whitney Sukonick, Clinical Director
🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Break 1
🕑: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Deciphering behaviors as communication
Host: Dr. Craig Escudé
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:30 PM
After High School - What's Next?
Host: Kim Tizzard
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Break 2
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
EIPD - What is it and what does it offer for adults with autism?
Host: Kenneth Bausell