Empowering Educators: Transformative Workshops by ARG

In addition to our direct services for children, ARG's multidisciplinary team extends its expertise to school districts through a range of workshops and training sessions. We understand the importance of delivering professional development that is not only convenient but also highly effective, aligning with the needs of administrators and teacher leaders. Here are six guiding principles that underpin our approach to professional development during the school day:

• Simplicity: We keep workshop topics straightforward, ensuring that the content is easily digestible and applicable.
• Minimal Handouts: We believe in a hands-on, interactive approach, reducing the reliance on excessive handouts and emphasizing practical engagement.
• Relevance: Our workshops bridge the gap between theory and practice, helping teachers connect the dots between professional development and their classroom experiences.
• Sensitivity to Needs: We are attuned to the specific needs of educators, tailoring our sessions to address real-world challenges they face.
• Interactive Learning: Our workshops foster active participation and engagement, creating an environment where learning is dynamic and inspiring.
• Feedback-Driven: We value feedback as a crucial tool for improvement, consistently gathering insights to refine our offerings.

Our workshop topics at ARG are thoughtfully curated to meet the evolving demands of education. These topics include, but are not limited to:

• Co-Teaching: Offering both beginner and advanced sections to cater to diverse skill levels.
• RTI (Response to Intervention): Equipping educators with strategies to address diverse learning needs.
• Pre-Referral Strategies for General Education Teachers: Empowering teachers to identify and support students' needs proactively.
• Adapting Reading and Writing Workshop for Exceptional Learners: Bridging the gap in literacy skills.
• Literacy Strategies for Students with Reading Disabilities: Tailoring literacy instruction to individual needs.
• Grammar and Usage for ALL Learners: Enhancing language skills across the board.
• Strategies to Support Student Growth in Reading Levels: Fostering reading proficiency.
• Supporting Students with Significant Disabilities in the Co-Teaching Classroom: Ensuring inclusivity in education.

Our multidisciplinary approach allows our highly skilled therapists to collaborate seamlessly, providing comprehensive evaluations and treatments for children. We uphold the highest standards of care, focusing on sensory, fine motor, gross motor, and communication skills to unlock each child's potential.

Moreover, our assessment and service programs are designed for seamless coordination with other disciplines within the school, medical systems, offices, community agencies, and caretakers. This commitment ensures a unified approach, guaranteeing the continuity of programs and services for the benefit of the children we serve.