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**Event to Support Neurodivergent Children Scheduled for October 16, 2024**

A talk on supporting neurodivergent children will take place on October 16, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Mohave District Annex Training Room B, located at 8500 E. Jackrabbit Rd, Scottsdale, AZ.

The event will feature Emily Kircher-Morris, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience as a neurodiverse educator. Kircher-Morris plans to discuss how adults can utilize the neurodiversity framework to assist children with executive functioning, emotional regulation, and social relationships.

Kircher-Morris is also the author of “Raising Empowered Parents” and hosts the podcast "Mind Matters," which addresses issues relevant to parents, educators, and professionals.

Participants are encouraged to register for the event through the provided link: bit.ly/3WxHdzx.

Source: Scottsdale Schools

Source Type: School

Source Location: Scottsdale

Scottsdale, AZ

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