Inclusion and LIFE Conference Dates Announced

Several upcoming events for Fall 2004 and Winter 2005 have been announced. For more information about these and other events in the Delaware area, please visit www.dati.org/events/index.php.

Inclusion Conference

The 11th annual Inclusion Conference, titled “Better Together,” will be held at the Sheraton Dover Hotel on November 9, 2004. The conference will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker is Mike Kneale, who will discuss themes of exceptional leadership. A $25 per person fee, which includes the continental breakfast and lunch, will be charged to participants. This year’s conference offers a “3 for the price of 2” registration discount when a general education and special education teacher bring along an administrator.

LIFE Conference

The date for the 7th Annual LIFE Conference has also been announced. This conference will be held on January 27, 2005 at the Dover Sheraton Hotel. Twelve workshops will be offered throughout the day focusing on legislation, independence (through AT), family, and education.

Workshops sessions are not finalized as of press time, but topics are likely to include funding options for assistive technology, memory support technology, and how to conduct a home assessment.

If you would like more information on either conference, please contact the Developmental Disabilities Council at (302) 739-7193 or mmills@state.de.us.