Reading+Intervention

**AUTISM SHARING AND PARENTING**
Reading Intervention Strategies Presented by Renay Boyce, M. ED. Office of Specialized Services School District of Philadelphia

The essential skill of reading includes several components, including decoding, fluency and comprehension. Presenter will explain how to assist students struggling when there is a breakdown in acquiring these skills. Reading strategies will be discussed as well as some interventions currently used by the School District to improve reading outcomes.

TWO Meetings to choose from!

Saturday, March 15, 2008,1pm-3pm Northern Home for Children 5301 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19128 Lunch Provided

**or**
Wednesday, March 19, 2008,6:15pm-8pm CBH 8th & Market, 7th floor Philadelphia, PA Light Meal Provided

(Please sign in at the front desk)

About the Presenter:

Renay Boyce, M. ED. is a Special Education Case Manager for the School District of Philadelphia. Ms. Boyce specializes in reading interventions and has presented to educators, including The Urban Education Special Education Leadership Collaborative and PA International Dyslexia Association. She is particularly known for bringing knowledge, resources and practical solutions to families in Philadelphia at the Office of Specialized Services annual parent training each June.

What is ASP? ASP is a volunteer run, Community-based, support group with the following goals:
 * To provide a support system for children with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their families
 * To educate the under-informed and culturally diverse populations of Philadelphia and Montgomery counties
 * To advocate for Children with ASD and their families
 * To increase awareness of Autism and autism issues in Philadelphia & Montgomery counties and PA

TO RSVP OR FOR QUESTIONS 215-413-7106, OR NASYAO6@MSN.COM