We are excited to announce the Westview EDU lineup for the 2026-2027 school year. Westview EDU is our educational speaker series for parents and caregivers of children with autism. Each year, we work to ensure our lineup features topics and presenters that reflect the interests and needs of our community.
All Westview EDU presentations will be held on Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. in Largent Hall at The Westview School. Each presentation will last approximately one hour, and a Zoom option will be available for those who prefer to attend virtually. Registration links can be found below.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
Self-Advocacy Starts Early: Teaching Kids to Understand, Express, and Support Their Own Needs
by Heather Webster, M.S.,CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist, The Stewart Center at The Westview School
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026
Everyday Opportunities for Connection: Using DIR/Floortime Throughout the Day
by Brenna Smith, OTD, OTR
Occupational Therapist, The Stewart Center at The Westview School
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026
Homework Without Tears: Supporting Independence Without Power Struggles
by Ceara Wainwright-Herod, M.Ed.
Upper School Principal
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2026
Puberty on the Spectrum: What Every Parent Should Know
by Mimi Le, M.A., LMFT, LPC
Clinical Director, The Stewart Center
THURSDAY, JANUARY 7, 2027
TBD
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2027
When Behavior is Communication: Responding to Challenging Moments
by Sally Schwartzel, M. Ed
Lower School Principal, The Westview School
THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 2027
Parent Burnout: Caring for Yourself While Caring for Your Child
by Elizabeth Elder, Steel Magnolia Moms
THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2027
TBD