Dr. Courchesne's research is focused on the neurobiology of autism. His efforts have produced new information about the structural, functional, and genetic bases of this disorder. His work has been recognized through publication in such journals as Science and the Journal of Neuroscience. He is also the source of new insights on the functional role of the cerebellum.

Current Issues In Special Education

Amy Langerman, local advocate, licensed (AZ) special
education attorney, and special education parent will come and share her thoughts about how to work in the new, one-sided, under-funded, and parent unfriendly special education system. Amy will tailor her comments to help both the parent new to special education and seasoned veterans alike. She will discuss specific ideas for how to work cooperatively with IEP teams, what is a meaningful IEP (and how to write one), and pitfalls for the unwary (particularly related to the software problems asserted by districts as limiting their ability to write full and complete IEPs). She will discuss when to allow districts to test your child and when to decline (and whether private testing is then indicated). Amy will be available to answer general questions concerning parental rights, special education and IDEA.