Fostering Peer Connections: Supporting Elementary Students with ASD POPARD Virtual Half-Day Workshop
February 28, 2025 9:00am-12:00pm (PacificTime) (for BC School Employees Only)
This workshop equips educators and support staff with a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the unique challenges autistic students encounter in forming peer relationships at school. Participants will explore autism and friendships, gaining a deeper understanding of why prioritizing support for peer connections is essential. The workshop will highlight barriers and challenges that autistic students face, which can hinder their ability to form strong peer relationships. It will emphasize the importance of peer relationships for social, emotional, and academic growth, and the vital role that supportive environments play in nurturing these connections. Participants will be introduced to practical strategies for helping students with ASD develop meaningful peer relationships and foster friendships. By the end of the workshop, participants will have actionable strategies to effectively support peer connections for elementary students with ASD.
Audience: This workshop is for employees of BC School Districts, BC First Nations Schools and BC Independent Schools.
About this Workshop:
The Zoom link for this session will be included in your confirmation email (if you don't see your confirmation email, check your junk/spam folder)
This workshop is exclusively for employees of BC public, First Nations, and independent schools
This workshop is FREE
This workshop will be presented virtually via Zoom
When February 28, 2025
Registration for this event has closed.
If you have any questions contact Tamara Leitch by email at
