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Registration Overview

Act now! We reach capacity and sell out every year.
Registration closes Friday, October 24, 2025 — or sooner if capacity is reached.

Ticket Options

  • #TalkingAAC: Pre-Conference Workshop
    Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 12:00–4:00 PM
    Kellogg Center, East Lansing, MI

  • #TalkingAAC: Two-Day Conference
    Thursday & Friday, November 6–7, 2025

    • Build your schedule for this two-day event

    • Cost: $275

    • Price includes breakfast, lunch, & parking

NOTE: To attend all 3 days, you must purchase both a Pre-Conference Workshop ticket and a Two-Day Conference ticket.

Registration & Session Planning

All registration and session planning will be handled via Sched:

  • Click the green Log In or Sign Up button below to access Sched.

  • Then proceed to purchase your ticket(s).

  • After you’ve purchased your ticket(s), you can plan which sessions you’d like to attend.

Meals, Parking, & Lodging Meals (Included with Two-Day Conference)

  • Continental Breakfast – Thursday & Friday

  • Lunch & Drink – Thursday & Friday

Parking (Included)

  • Overnight Guests:
    Get your parking pass at hotel check-in and display it on your dashboard.

  • Non-Overnight Guests:

    • Register your vehicle on-site via QR code (posted near registration).

    • Bring your license plate number.

    • Do not register your vehicle more than once per day.

Note: Please consider carpooling to reduce on-campus traffic.

Lodging

  • View the 2025 Lodging Options for hotel blocks and discount codes.

  • Reminder: Pre-Conference Workshops begin at 12:00 PM on Nov. 5 to allow extra travel time.

Terms & Conditions

#TalkingAAC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established for continued education.

Refunds & Ticket Transfers

  • Refunds available up to 10 days before the event (Sched & Stripe fees are non-refundable).

  • Ticket transfers (e.g., to a coworker) may be approved before October 24, 2025.

Continuing Education

  • All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

  • Note for 2025: SCECH hours will not be offered this year.

  • ASHA CEUs are not provided. SLPs will receive a Verification of Attendance form to self-report professional learning hours to ASHA.

Networking & Swag

  • Networking Event – Details coming soon!

  • Merchandise – #TalkingAAC gear available for purchase on-site.

Stay Informed

Watch for updates from #TalkingAAC and Sched with session details and reminders as the event approaches.

Questions?

www.talkingaac.org
info@talkingaac.org

517-299-5200
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No Charger Required: Lite Tech Back-ups for a High Tech World
Friday November 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EST
In the realm of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), high-tech devices have revolutionized the way individuals with complex communication needs interact with the world. However, the reliance on these sophisticated tools necessitates robust backup systems to ensure uninterrupted communication. This session will delve into the critical importance of lite tech AAC backups for high-tech AAC users, exploring practical strategies, resources, and academic implications.
High-tech AAC devices, while powerful, can be prone to technical issues, battery failures, or may be unsuitable in certain environments such as swimming or outdoor activities.  Lite tech backups, provide a reliable alternative, ensuring that users always have access to their communication tools. These backups are essential for maintaining continuous communication, supporting caregivers and communication partners, and offering versatility across various settings.  Participants will be introduced to a variety of resources for creating effective lite tech AAC backups. 
Additionally, attendees will learn how to create personalized communication boards during a "make and take" segment. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own lite tech AAC backups using provided materials. We will also discuss the academic implications of lite tech AAC in the classroom. Ensuring that students have continuous access to communication tools supports their participation in educational activities and enhances their learning experiences. 
Join us for an engaging and informative session that underscores the necessity of lite tech AAC backups, provides valuable resources, and offers practical, hands-on experience. Ensure that every AAC user has a voice, no matter the circumstance.
Presenters
avatar for Darcy Lees, CC-SLP

Darcy Lees, CC-SLP

AAC Consultant, PRC-Saltillo
Darcy Lees is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years’ experience working in a variety of settings with children and adults who have language disorders, AAC, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and physical disabilities. Darcy is passionate about assisting AAC users, their... Read More →
avatar for Brigitte Evariste M. Ed.

Brigitte Evariste M. Ed.

Solutions Consultant, Tobii Dynavox
Brigitte Evariste, [MS. Special Education] has been working with students with complex needs for the past twelve years. Beginning in a traditional classroom setting, she has extended to consulting, contract work, and private practice. She believes EVERYONE has unstoppable potential... Read More →
Friday November 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EST
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