Structured Teaching: Strategies for Supporting All Learners
We have listened to your feedback! To make attendance easier, we have updated our BEST training so it is now ONE DAY.
September 24, October 22, 2025 or February 4, 2026
This training offers a practical and in-depth exploration of Structured Teaching—an educational model grounded in supporting autistic students through predictability, visual supports, and meaningful engagement.
Topics Covered Include:
Structured Teaching Overview
Understand the foundational philosophy and educational principles that guide the Structured Teaching approach.
Structured Teaching Pyramid
Learn how to implement the key components of the pyramid—physical environment, schedules, work systems ("to do" lists), and cognitive activities—to create a productive, safe, and supportive learning space tailored to meet the diverse needs of all students.
Cognitive Activities
Gain extensive strategies for designing cognitive tasks that foster student independence, engagement, and success.
Communication and Social Skills
Explore techniques for supporting student communication and enhancing social interaction within the classroom environment.
Interactive Components:
Participants will have the opportunity to create hands-on materials that can be used immediately in their own classrooms. The session also includes dedicated time for discussion around real-world challenges, allowing for peer collaboration and problem-solving on current classroom issues.
This training is ideal for educators, support staff, and related professionals seeking to strengthen their classroom practices with structured, student-centered strategies.
7 Professional Development Hours
Cost: $225 per person
8am - 4pm. Please bring lunch (not microwavable) or arrange to have it delivered.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register and pay with a purchase order, please contact Lydia Wissing at lwissing@havedreams.org.
Structured Teaching: Strategies for Supporting All Learners
We have listened to your feedback! To make attendance easier, we have updated our BEST training so it is now ONE DAY.
September 24, October 22, 2025 or February 4, 2026
This training offers a practical and in-depth exploration of Structured Teaching—an educational model grounded in supporting autistic students through predictability, visual supports, and meaningful engagement.
Topics Covered Include:
Structured Teaching Overview
Understand the foundational philosophy and educational principles that guide the Structured Teaching approach.
Structured Teaching Pyramid
Learn how to implement the key components of the pyramid—physical environment, schedules, work systems ("to do" lists), and cognitive activities—to create a productive, safe, and supportive learning space tailored to meet the diverse needs of all students.
Cognitive Activities
Gain extensive strategies for designing cognitive tasks that foster student independence, engagement, and success.
Communication and Social Skills
Explore techniques for supporting student communication and enhancing social interaction within the classroom environment.
Interactive Components:
Participants will have the opportunity to create hands-on materials that can be used immediately in their own classrooms. The session also includes dedicated time for discussion around real-world challenges, allowing for peer collaboration and problem-solving on current classroom issues.
This training is ideal for educators, support staff, and related professionals seeking to strengthen their classroom practices with structured, student-centered strategies.
7 Professional Development Hours
Cost: $225 per person
8am - 4pm. Please bring lunch (not microwavable) or arrange to have it delivered.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register and pay with a purchase order, please contact Lydia Wissing at lwissing@havedreams.org.
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