Association of Educational Therapists

10/28/2025

**AET Conference Spotlight**

👻 No tricks—just treats for your professional growth!
Earn your Continuing Education credits and enter our AET Halloween Giveaway!

This year’s AET Conference is packed with professional development sessions that qualify for CE credits with:

🧾 AET | ALTA | California BBS (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, LEP) | NASP | TEA | ASHA
You’ll walk away with new tools, fresh insights, and official credits to show for it—no spooky surprises, just serious learning magic!

🎃 Halloween Contest:
Comment below and tell us —
💬 What “professional skill” do you most want to conjure up at this year’s conference?
(Example: “I’m summoning better executive function strategies!” 🧙‍♀️)

We’ll pick one lucky winner on Halloween (Oct 31) to receive a sweet AET Conference Treat Bag — no tricks, promise! 🍬

Learn more about CE credits here 👉 https://www.aetonline.org/conference-ce-credits

10/27/2025

**AET Conference Spotlight**

🧠💬 Calling all Student & Associate Members!
Just getting started in educational therapy? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.

We’ve created dedicated breakout rooms during these events to help you connect with others in the same stage of the journey:

🗓️ Friday Happy Hour – Hang out and meet your fellow new members!
🗓️ Saturday & Sunday Morning Coffee/Tea Times – Ease into the day with real conversations and friendly faces.

👋 Whether you're here to learn, network, or just feel a little more connected — we’re here for it (and for you)!



Still on the fence about registering? It's not too late! ➡️https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

10/23/2025

🧘‍♀️ After Saturday morning’s rejuvenating Self-Care Panel with Kaye Ragland, Risa Graff, and Pamm Scribner, the day takes off with THREE rounds of breakout sessions packed with practical insights and powerful strategies.
Here’s what’s in store:
🧠 Breakout Session 1 (Late Morning):
Executive Functioning in Literacy: Understand EF’s role in literacy development and how to support struggling learners - Cynthia Allen-Fuss
The Changing Landscape of High School: Navigate shifting trends in instruction, motivation, and academic expectations - Laura Doto
Strands of Math Proficiency: Learn how to assess and respond to the specific needs of math-challenged students - Heather Brand

🍽️ After lunch and our lively Eat & Greet Chatrooms, join:
⚙️ Breakout Session 2 (Early Afternoon):
Motivating 2e & Gifted Learners: Boost executive function with strategies tailored for twice-exceptional students - Carol Whitney & Julieann Ash
Can I Work With This Kid? (Part 1): Explore tools and mindset shifts for working with students who present profound challenges - Diana Black Kennedy
Turning Research Into Resilience: Teach students about working memory, study skills, and self-advocacy - Gretchen Wegner & Jasleen Kaur Monga

🧵 Breakout Session 3 (Late Afternoon):
Stress, Schwa & Degrees of “Schwaness”: A deep phonological dive with a twist - Nancy Cushen White
Can I Work With This Kid? (Part 2): Continue the conversation with even more hands-on approaches - Diana Black Kennedy

Have You Ever Tried: Self-Care Edition: A candid panel on integrating self-care into your professional life - Caroline Towery, Kerstin Goldsmith, Bonnie Massimino (moderated by Bonnie Massimino)

✨ Saturday is all about transformation—for your learners and yourself. What are you excited for? Comment below.

🎟️ Haven’t registered yet? Don’t miss this depth of learning → https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

10/22/2025

**AET Conference Spotlight**

🎉 YOU’RE INVITED!

After a day of deep thinking and professional growth, it's time to unplug + unwind at the AET Virtual Happy Hour — happening both Friday & Saturday evenings of the conference!

📍 Zoom Room opens after the last session
👥 Casual conversations + community connections
🎲 Light games + optional breakout rooms
🥂 Cheers to learning, laughter, and late-night ET bonding
🧃 Come for 5 minutes or stay the whole hour — just come!

Join the fun! There's still time to register 🔗 https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

10/19/2025

Bring a Friend + Win a Book! 📚✨

🎉 You’re going to the ET Conference 2025—now let’s make it even more meaningful:
💬 Who do you want sitting (virtually or in-person!) next to you?
💡 Whether it’s a fellow Educational Therapist, SLP, tutor, school counselor, or other amazing ally—this conference will be even better when you’re hanging with your friends.

👉 Tag a colleague below who should join you at the conference (and tell them why!) and you’ll BOTH be entered into a raffle to win a copy of The Clinical Practice of Educational Therapy, 2nd Edition! 🎁📖

🌀 Already registered? ✅
🌀 Know someone who’s thinking about it? Tag them and give ‘em a nudge! 💪
🌀 Haven’t registered yet? It’s not too late ➡️https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

✨ Let’s grow this community—one tag (and book!) at a time.
📅 Winner will be announced on Friday 10/24/25!

10/17/2025

**AET Conference Spotlights**

🌞 Start your day the AET way!
Before sessions begin, join us for Virtual Coffee/Tea Time — a cozy, come-as-you-are space to connect with friends, colleagues, and new faces.

🗓️ Friday, Nov 7
🗓️ Saturday, Nov 8
🗓️ Sunday, Nov 9
🕗 Morning | Before sessions begin

Whether you’re sipping espresso, steeping tea, or still waking up — come say hi, swap stories, and ease into the day together ☕💬
No agenda. Just community.



Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie! Register today at 🔗 https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

10/14/2025

🧭 Ethics + Innovation in Educational Therapy? Yes, Please.
Join us for the Susan Fogelson Memorial Ethics Panel — a powerful pre-conference event at the 2025 AET Annual Conference on Friday, October 24.
🎤 This year’s panel features:
Marion Marshall, MEd, BCET, FAET (moderator)
José Chávez, EdD, BCET
Kara Scanlon, MEd, BCET
Sharmila Roy, PhD, BCET

💬 What you’ll explore:
✨ Real-world ethical dilemmas in educational therapy
✨ Decision-making models that guide professional integrity
✨ The evolving role of tech, AI, and privacy in practice
Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this session will leave you inspired, challenged, and better equipped to meet today’s ethical and technological demands.
🛑 Reminder: The only way to attend live is to register for the AET Annual Conference. Don’t miss out!

🔗 https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

10/09/2025

🚨 AET 2025 = Your Ultimate Networking Playground!
From hallway hellos to deep-dive discussions, the AET Annual Conference is packed with ways to virtually connect, collaborate, and build your ET crew. And this year, we’re serving up the perfect combo:
🍴 Lunch + Conversation = Eat & Greet!

Join us on:
📅 Friday, Nov 7
👩‍🍳 What’s Cooking in the Kitchen
🤝 What We CAN Do – Collaborating with Others
💬 Open Forum

📅 Saturday, Nov 8
🎨 ETs Off-Duty – Passion Playground
🌈 What We CAN Do – Acceptance of Gender Diversity
💬 Open Forum

✅ Come curious. Leave connected.
✅ All you need is a plate and a passion!


🎁 BONUS GIVEAWAY!
Like and Comment below by Monday, 10/13/25 at 11:59 PM (Pacific) to let us know which Eat & Greet topic(s) you're excited to join — and share this post to spread the word!
One lucky participant will be randomly selected to win a copy of 📘 The Clinical Practice of Educational Therapy, 2nd Edition

How to enter the giveaway in 4 easy steps!
1. like this post
2. share this post on your feed
3. comment below with which Eat & Greet topics you are excited about
4. tag friends/colleagues (each tag= 1 entry)

Let the Eat & Greet games begin! 🙌

10/09/2025

AET Annual Conferece -
We’re bringing back some of your favorite speakers, introducing new speakers, and offering fresh perspectives designed to challenge your thinking, spark creativity, and elevate your practice. From interactive panels and hands-on strategy sessions to live Q&As with actionable takeaways, this isn’t just another conference—it’s your professional reset, recharge, and reconnect.

Register Here- https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-registration-2025

09/22/2025

Don’t miss out on the Annual Conference and the exclusive Pre-Conference Ethics Panel on Friday, October 24.
The ONLY chance to participate in the live Ethics Panel is by registering for the conference.

Earlybird pricing ends in just 8 days! Secure your spot today! Register today:

The Association of Educational Therapists is an international professional organization for educational therapists providing leadership, certification, professional development, and resources to members, clients, allied professionals, and the public.

09/21/2025

2025 AET Annual Conference
Register Before the Price Goes Up On September 30 in just 9 Days!
Early Bird Registration — Only $325 for members and $292.50 for groups of 5 or more! Register today: https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

09/19/2025

📣 AET 2025 Virtual Conference: Registration Now Open!
November 7–9, 2025

🌟 Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Ellen Braaten, "Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less: Rekindling Your Students' Motivation."

The full schedule of breakout sessions is now live at https://www.aetonline.org/program/conference-schedule — explore topics, plan your weekend, and get excited for a dynamic, virtual learning experience!

✅ Don’t miss the Pre-Conference Workshop:
The Susan Fogelson Memorial Ethics Panel – FREE with your conference registration! https://www.aetonline.org/program/pre-conference
📅 October 24 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (Pacific)

🎟 Early Bird rates end September 30 – register now and save!
👥 Group discounts available — perfect for school teams and organizations.

https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

The Association of Educational Therapists is an international professional organization for educational therapists providing leadership, certification, professional development, and resources to members, clients, allied professionals, and the public.