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5th Annual IL Statewide Transition Conference Registration Information:
Program Highlights from the 2008 Conference

luncheon guest speaker

Brett Eastburn, a motivational speaker and a club and corporate comedian, was the keynote speaker for the 2008 conference. Here are some of the participant comments about this presentation: "Brett was excellent; he was a great inspiration and true example that all things are possible"; "very motivational-great new view of who limits an indivdual"; "what a great attitude! Success comes in cans, not in cannots."

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Participants engaged in a break-out session discussion.

conference attendees listening to presenter

Another conference presenter addressing Section 504 issues with break-out session participants.

conference attendees at the Exhibit Hall

A student exploring one of the many booths at the Exhibitors Hall.

luncheon guest speaker

Participant comments: "This has been the best session I have been to in a long time; speaker is funny, smart, and has a great message to distribute." "very hilarious and realistic for everyone, not just someone with disabilities." "awesome presentation; it would be excellent character building session for high school students."

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Presenter addressing Essential Communication Skills to conference participants.

conference attendees listening to presenter

Presenter, Sharon Slover, addressing special education issues with conference participants.

conference planning staff at the luncheon

2008 Conference planners relaxing and networking at the dinner buffet.

2008 Conference Evaluation & Comments:

This personal evaluation was submitted by a parent who attended the conference with son.

Other participant comments:

  • “This conference gave me permission to hope for my daughter and help her dream.”
  • “I enjoyed the ability to meet with other professionals that take an interest in transitions and I liked the opportunity to share ideas, have interaction with participants and meeting folks from all over the state who have similar interests.”
  • “The speakers were varied and very knowledgeable.”
  • “I liked meeting the young people with disabilities and getting first hand information from them.”
  • “This was a chance to find out what other districts are doing and to get more resources.”
  • “There was a great mix of people from all professions and parents. It was great to hear the success stories.”
  • “There was great practical information for teachers, parents and providers – tons of info and free resources!”
  • “This was one of the best and most applicable conferences that I’ve attended!”
  • “Best transition conference in the last three years!”
  • “It gave me a great deal to think about and determine how our school program can improve.”
  • "As a parent – overall very informative about what is not in my son’s IEP and transition goals, this will be changing."
  • "Excellent; great sessions and keynote speakers, wealth of wonderful information, food functions well organized with healthy, tasty food choices, easy registration process and check in, great conference program and bags."
  • "Loved the Penguin Project."
  • "The professionalism of the sections was exceptional - excellent sessions, presentations and keynote speakers."
  • "I’ll definitely be back next year."
  • "I felt challenged and wished I had taken this opportunity sooner."
  • "I am part of a segment of people not really addressed – people that have decided to home school a child with disabilities – I felt I could apply most everything I learned and pass it on; I think home schooling parents especially need this type of help because they often don’t engage in as many disability activities."
  • "Great speakers with very relevant topics."
  • "I learned a lot and can’t wait to share it with my families."
  • "Provide more time to visit the Exhibit Hall."
  • "This was a wonderful three days of transition activities."
  • "I was really pleased with the conference."
  • "Speaker and entertainment at noon and evening on Tuesday were great."
  • "This was an excellent conference; it was well organized; this benefits families, service providers and vocational rehab personnel."
  • "The best in years!"

 


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5th Annual Statewide Transition Conference
November 8 - 10, 2009
Schaumburg Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center
1551 North Thoreau Drive
Schaumburg, Illinois 60173

Register by September 14th, 2009 to take advantage of early registration fees


For more information
contact Debbie Einhorn
at 866-436-7842 ext.116,
or via email at: deinhorn@fmptic.org


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