April 17, 2013

Luis Columna, Associate Professor in the Exercise Science Department at Syracuse University, is scheduled to speak at the CHAT (Communication Hope through Assistive Technology) camp, August 5-9,

The purpose of this presentation will be to provide parents with the tools necessary to understand the benefits of physical education class for children with disabilities and provide the necessary information that will allow them to work with physical education teacher who provides these services. In addition, this workshop will provide participants with strategies, activities, and documents that can be easily modified and implemented in the physical education curriculum. We will discuss the general characteristics of the physical education programs, rights of children and parents, individualized education plan, and more.