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Katy Schermann, Executive Director

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
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New Canaan Library
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Marcia Eckerd, PhD

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Supporting the Wellness of Student Athletes

Ayo Ayobello, MD

For parents and caregivers of children
in grades 5 through 12

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6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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(And What Parents Can Do to Help Facilitate)

Mary Murphy, PhD

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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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Helping Kids Thrive
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David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

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We will meet in a Parent’s Home
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PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Limited to 20 Parents and Caregivers

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A Regulation Roadmap for Parents

Charlie Del Santo, MA

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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Robert J. Bernstein

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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and Out-of-Control Emotions

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Friday
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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Canaan Library
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New Canaan

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In-Person Presentation

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Post-Secondary Challenges and
Legal Issues for Students with ADHD
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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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February 6, 2025
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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Michael J. Weiss, PhD

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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A Parent’s Guide to
Executive Functioning

For parents of children
K-8th grade

Jeffrey Ruggiero, MS, A/OGA

Tuesday
September 24, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Growing Through Nature
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Integrating Therapy, Play, and
Animal Interactions

Kristen Gurzi, CCC-SLP
Sophia Skolnick, OTR/L
Katie Diamond, Director of
Strategic Initiatives
Katy Schermann, Executive Director

Tuesday
June 2, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan

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In-Person Presentation

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Legal Issues for Students with ADHD
and/or Learning Disabilities

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Robert J. Bernstein, MA

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April 29, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Meghan Perazella, MEd, BCBA

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New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Hallie Buckingham

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Autism, ADHD and LD

Marcia Eckerd, PhD

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Wilton Youth Council Presentation

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of Parenting in a
World of Disconnection

Jackie Britt-Friedman, PsyD

For parents and caregivers
of children ages
6 through 18

Tuesday
January 27, 2026
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Wilton Youth Council Presentation

The Athlete Mindset:
Supporting the Wellness of
Student Athletes

Ayo Ayobello, MD

For parents and caregivers
of children in
grades 5 through 12

Wednesday
January 14, 2026
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Executive Function Skills Your Teens Need
Before Graduating from High School

(And What Parents Can Do to Help Facilitate)

Mary Murphy, PhD

Monday
December 8, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Complimentary Lunch

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Parenting Neurodivergent Children

Moderated by
David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Weston Public Library
56 Norfield Road
Weston

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Holiday Harmony:
Helping Kids Thrive
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Routine Changes

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11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

We will meet in a Parent’s Home
in Weston

PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Limited to 20 Parents and Caregivers

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A Regulation Roadmap for Parents

Charlie Del Santo, MA

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Monday
November 10, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Parent’s Guide to Psycho-Educational
and Neuropsychological Evaluations

Yael Rothman, PhD

Thursday
October 30, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A View from the Inside:
Attorneys with ADHD, Dyslexia and ASD

Michael Gilberg, Esq.
Ptahra Jeppe, Esq.
Robert M. Tudisco, Esq.

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September 30, 2025
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Marcia Eckerd

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When and How to Explain It

Marcia Eckerd, PhD
Robert J. Bernstein

Wednesday
May 7, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

The Power of Validation

Arming Your Kids Against Bullying,
Peer Pressure, Addiction, Self-Harm
and Out-of-Control Emotions

Terry D’Elisa, PsyD, ABPP, NCSP

Friday
March 28, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Transitioning to College

Post-Secondary Challenges and
Legal Issues for Students with ADHD
and/or Learning Disabilities

Robert M. Tudisco, Esq.

Thursday
March 6, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Parenting in Partnership

Blending Perspectives
and Perceptions for More
Strategic Parenting

David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

Tuesday
February 11, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Co-presented by Wilton Library

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Jill Mays

Thursday
February 6, 2025
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Extended School Year (ESY)

Julie Swanson

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January 7, 2025
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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AND with Yours!

Understanding the Causes of Anxiety
and Learning Ways to Address It

Mary Murphy, PhD

Thursday
November 14, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Gold Standard Curricula for Children and Teens with High(er) Functioning Autism

A Wish-List of Instruction, Services and Supports Covered by Insurance

Michael J. Weiss, PhD

Tuesday
October 8, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Parent’s Guide to
Executive Functioning

For parents of children
K-8th grade

Jeffrey Ruggiero, MS, A/OGA

Tuesday
September 24, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Katy Schermann, Executive Director

New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan

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Post-Secondary Challenges
and Legal Issues for
Students with ADHD
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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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137 Old Ridgefield Road

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Meghan Perazella, MEd, BCBA

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10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m

New Canaan Library
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New Canaan

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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of Parenting in a
World of Disconnection

Jackie Britt-Friedman, PsyD

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6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For parents and caregivers
of children ages 6 through 16

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Wilton Youth Council
Presentation

The Athlete Mindset:
Supporting the Wellness
of Student Athletes

Ayo Ayobello, MD

Wednesday
January 14, 2026
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For parents and caregivers
of children in
grades 5 through 12

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Executive Function Skills
Your Teens Need Before
Graduating from H.S.

(And What Parents Can
Do to Facilitate)

Mary Murphy, PhD

Monday
December 8, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Complimentary Lunch

Strength in Stories:
Parenting Neurodivergent Children

Moderated by
David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

Monday
November 17, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Weston Public Library
56 Norfield Road
Weston

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Holiday Harmony:
Helping Kids Thrive
During Gatherings and
Routine Changes

David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

Wednesday
November 12, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

We will meet in a
Parent’s Home in
Weston

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REQUIRED Limited to
20 Parents and Caregivers

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A Regulation Roadmap
for Parents

Charlie Del Santo, MA

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

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Psycho-Educational and Neuropsychological Evaluations

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October 30, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Dyslexia and ASD

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Ptahra Jeppe, Esq.
Robert M. Tudisco, Esq.

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Rob Bernstein

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Explain It

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Robert J. Bernstein

Wednesday
May 7, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

The Power of Validation
Arming Your Kids Against
Bullying, Peer Pressure,
Addiction, Self-Harm and
Out-of-Control Emotions

Terry D’Elisa, PsyD, ABPP, NCSP

Friday
March 28, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

New Canaan Library
151 Main Street
New Canaan

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

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Transitioning to College
Post-Secondary Challenges
and Legal Issues for
Students with ADHD
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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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Blending Perspectives
and Perceptions for More
Strategic Parenting

David P. Sylvestro, MA, CSP

Tuesday
February 11, 2025
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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Gardening for Special Needs

Jill Mays

Thursday
February 6, 2028
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

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In-Person Presentation

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January 7, 2025
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Anxiety AND with Yours!

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Ways to Address It

Mary Murphy, PhD

Thursday
November 14, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

Gold Standard Curricula for Children and Teens with High(er) Functioning Autism

A Wish-List of Instruction, Services and Supports Covered by Insurance

Michael J. Weiss, PhD

Tuesday
October 8, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

A Parent’s Guide to
Executive Functioning

For parents of
children K-8th grade

Jeffrey Ruggiero, MS, A/OGA

Tuesday
September 24, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wilton Library
137 Old Ridgefield Road

NOTE: This is an
In-Person Presentation

(This is not a webinar)

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