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ABSTRACT INFORMATION
Title: 'Moving On Up: Transitioning From EI to Preschool' Track: 7 - Family Perspectives and Support Keyword(s): parent support, transition, preschool, communication Learning Objectives: Identify characteristics of a quality preschool program. Identify components of programs on the placement continuum. Learn ways to be an active partner on their IEP team in making decisions related to transitioning their child to preschool. Abstract: Families face a variety of challenges in making decisions related to raising a child who is deaf or hard of hearing. One of these challenges is the transition process from early intervention to preschool services. During this time, there is much to learn and navigate, including determining appropriate services and what to look for in preschool programs. This session will provide families guidance on what qualities to look for in preschool programs, what to keep in mind related to the individual language and communication needs of their child, and what tools and resources are available for families in this process.Family reflections on what makes a successful transition will also be shared. Presentation: This presentation has not yet been uploaded or the speaker has opted not to make the presentation available online. Handouts: Handout is not Available
PRESENTER(S) / AUTHOR(S) INFORMATION
Carrie Davenport - POC,Co-Presenter Ohio State University      Credentials: MA, Ed.S.      Other Affiliations: Ohio Hands & Voices       Carrie Davenport, Ed.S., is a first year doctoral student in Special Education at the Ohio State University. Previously, she was the Early Childhood Consultant for the Center for Outreach Services at the Ohio School for the Deaf, located in Columbus, OH. She has served on several boards and committees including the Universal Newborn Hearing Screening subcommittee, American Society for Deaf Children. Carrie is a founding Board member of Ohio Hands & Voices.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist. Tabitha Belhorn - POC,Co-Presenter Ohio Hands & Voices      Credentials: BA       Tabitha Belhorn is the proud mother of three children the oldest of whom is Deaf and the youngest who lives with a chronic kidney disease. Tabitha has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Vocal Performance from Heidelberg University. Tabitha currently is the Family Information Specialist at the Ohio Center for Deafblind Education and Region V Co-Coordinator for Hands & Voices. She is a former Parent Mentor at the Ohio School for the Deaf and is also a founding member and board member of Ohio Hands & Voices. She has a widespread knowledge of family support, early intervention, and special education services. Tabitha’s expertise helps connect families to high quality resources, networks, and information needed to improve communication access and education outcomes for children.       ASHA DISCLOSURE: Financial - No relevant financial relationship exist. Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist.