NEURODIVERSITY EDUCATION SERIES

The Neurodiversity Education Series features a lineup of renowned experts, including educators, mental health professionals, and advocates specializing in neurodiversity. It provides families with valuable insights and tools to better support and connect with neurodivergent learners, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and more.

This collaborative initiative seeks to foster understanding, empathy, and inclusion by equipping families and communities with the knowledge and resources they need to create supportive environments for their uniquely wired learners.

All events take place live virtually on Zoom from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. PT and will offer simultaneous Spanish interpretation. Please RSVP for event details and Zoom links. Events will be recorded for asynchronous viewing.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026, 5:30pm

Raising an Organized Child: 5 Steps to Strengthen Executive Function

Damon Korb, MD, FAAP

Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrician, Director, Center for Developing Minds

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026, 5:30pm

When Anxiety Gets in the Way: Supporting Neurodivergent Students

Ramsey Khasho, PsyD

Chief Business and Strategy Officer, One Life Counseling Center

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2026, 5:30pm
Building Belonging: Social-Emotional Learning and Learning Differences

Chris Cipriano, PhD, EdM

Associate Professor of Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology, Yale Child Study Center, Yale School of Medicine

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026

What Families Need to Know: Legal Changes and the Future of Special Education

Jackie Rodriguez, PhD, CEO, National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2026

Navigating Neurodiversity and Learning Differences at School (in Spanish)

Silvia Llorente, Bilingual Education Specialist, Ravenswood City School District

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026

Creating Inclusive Environments for Neurodivergent Communities

Bryan Neider, Kathleen Foley-Hughes, and Olenka Villarreal

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025

Neurodiverse Minds, Emotional Lives: A Mental Health Perspective

Vidya Krishnan, MD, Chief Psychologist & Medical Director, Children’s Health Council (CHC)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2025

Why Neurodivergent Kids Need Autonomy to Navigate a Neurotypical World

Bill Stixrud, PhD, and Ned Johnson, Bestselling Authors of The Self-Driven Child

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2025

Building Bridges: Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices for Parents and Schools

Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, and Amanda Morin, Authors, Neurodiversity Affirming Schools

APRIL 24, 2025

Parenting at the Intersection of Neurodivergence and Gender Expansiveness

Anthony Ross, LMFT, and Emily Swanson, LMFT

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2025

Helping Neurodivergent Kids Manage "All the Feels"

EMILY KIRCHER-MORRIS, LPC

Mental Health Professional; Host, The Neurodiversity Podcast

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Executive Functioning: Navigating Key Transitions for Neurodivergent Youth

NICOLE OFIESH, PhD

Cognitive Behavioral Scientist

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Thinking Differently about the “Social” Uses of Media for Neurodivergent Youth

MERYL ALPER, PhD

Associate Professor of Communication Studies, Northeastern University

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2024

Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence: Creating a More Empathetic, Accessible World

AMANDA MORIN

Neurodiversity Consultant, Author, and Educator

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Neurodiversity and Disability Support in College: Admissions and Beyond

ERIC ENDLICH, PhD

FOUNDER, TOP COLLEGE CONSULTANTS

ELIZABETH C. HAMBLET

COLLEGE LEARNING DISABILITIES SPECIALIST

THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2024

Basics of Special Needs Planning: Estate Planning, Trusts, and ABLE Accounts

ELLEN COOKMAN, JD

ATTORNEY AND FOUNDER, COOKMAN LAW

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024

Empowered and Equipped: A Personal Perspective of Neurodiversity

DAVID FLINK

FOUNDER AND CHIEF EMPOWERMENT OFFICER, EYE TO EYE

TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2024

Changing Perspectives: Understanding Inclusion, Ableism, and Neurodiversity

SAM DRAZIN

FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CHANGING PERSPECTIVES

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A Strength-Based Approach to Learner Variability and Neurodiversity

BARBARA PAPE

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF THE LEARNER VARIABILITY PROJECT, DIGITAL PROMISE

About the Neurodiversity Education Series

Families and educators who support neurodivergent youth are always looking for trusted, helpful and practical resources to support neurodiversity. The Neurodiversity Education Series includes free, virtual events that have been crafted with their specific needs, issues, challenges, and opportunities in mind.

The Neurodiversity Education Series is brought to you by The Parent Venture, The RILEY Project, REEL, and Children’s Health Council, with major funding from the Sequoia Healthcare District. Our consortium of nonprofit organizations shares a common mission to address the needs of families and educators of students who learn differently.

FOUNDING CONSORTIUM

The Parent Venture is a leading provider of inclusive, high-quality parent and community education on critical issues such as mental health, digital media, substance use, college admission, and more.

The RILEY Project’s vision is to conduct innovative research and promote an inclusive and informed society. Our support for the 1 in 5 students who learn differently includes creative media, educational solutions, and leadership opportunities within a secure environment for sharing stories and experiences.

REEL raises awareness and understanding of practical, research-based strategies for twice-exceptional students in Silicon Valley.

Children’s Health Council (CHC) specializes in working with families living with ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, depression, and autism.

FUNDING SPONSORS

CURRENT SPONSOR

Sequoia Healthcare District is committed to improving the health of District residents by enhancing access to care and promoting wellness through responsible stewardship of District taxpayer dollars. Our Vision is for all District residents to experience optimal physical and mental health at every stage of life.

PAST SPONSOR

To ensure equity for all learners, the Educating All Learners Alliance has created an uncommon alliance of national and local education, disability and civil rights organizations to address and reimagine organizations, approaches, systems, and learning environments.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

PRESENT THE 26-27

NEURODIVERSITY EDUCATION SERIES

All events take place live virtually on Zoom from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. PT and will offer simultaneous Spanish interpretation. Please RSVP for event details and Zoom links. Events will be recorded for asynchronous viewing.

Videos are the property of The Parent Venture and may not be copied or reproduced without their permission.

About the Neurodiversity Education Series

The Parent Venture is a leading provider of inclusive, high-quality parent and community education on critical issues such as mental health, digital media, substance use, college admission, and more.

REEL raises awareness and understanding of practical, research-based strategies for twice-exceptional students in Silicon Valley.

Children’s Health Council (CHC) specializes in working with families living with ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, depression, and autism.

To ensure equity for all learners, the Educating All Learners Alliance has created an uncommon alliance of national and local education, disability and civil rights organizations to address and reimagine organizations, approaches, systems, and learning environments.

Compass High School

Changing Perspectives

Landmark College Success Center

Stanbridge Academy

Winston Preparatory School