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There's varying perspectives on how to identify the level of impact an individual in the ASD experience. Do you still teach to "high and low functioning," or would you encourage the use of levels (1-3) of ASD according to the DSM-V?

*on the ASD

I think since she just used higher and lower in her response it must be acceptable.

thanks Shawn. we've moved beyond "functionality" in my field and try to avoid generalizing. question answered

30 years ago we were told that the players had to look at us in the eyes. The trauma we caused our poor players. Now we know better

As part of our online registration for our TOPSoccer program one of the questions for the parents is to list what motivates their child so we can pass that info on to the child's buddy.

Fantastic podcast: Two sides of the spectrum by Meg Proctor. It’s a strength based approach to working with autistic kids. https://www.learnplaythrive.com.

Excellent job Lisa, thanks!

As a parent of an autistic teen, it’s becoming preferred to refer to support needs instead of functioning labels. Other than that she’s great!

This is amazing! Thank you so much Lisa!!!

Great info Lisa!

Thank you Lisa!

Great stuff and I learned a few new tools to look into!

preferred language is also autistic person vs. person with autism.

Great presentation

Thank you!

thank you.

Thank you!

Thanks!

Thank you very much for this

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Thank you Lisa!

Thank you Lisa

Eagle?

Purple Knight

Lake ontario

Lake Ontario

Where do we find the list?

where are those activities listed?

where do we find the TOPSoccer Covid?

can you past link again to the resource? I'm sorry I had to switch from phone to my laptop for zoom.

Here is the link to the USYS TOPSoccer Covid Activity guide:https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/assets/1/6/usys_topsoccer_activity_guide_v2.pdf

thank you!

Practically how do you use visual schedules on the field? Do the buddy hold the schedule?

Is there a specific place to find these steps to create visual schedules? I know at schools they use board maker- but I’m curious to know if there is someone who could make these for TOPSOCCER specifically?

It a great thing to have the volunteers make. you/they can find pics on the internet.

we have rattle balls

Might be a good idea to commission an artist to develop TOPSoccer specific images that we could all access. Just a thought

great question Lauren you are reading my mind! I'll convene with the committee and see what we can do.

If you know of any Adaptive PE Teachers in a local school, ask them to help you with a typical Training session

if anyone might know of a resource (person or program) that might help use develop something to use throughout USYS let us know.

How many players do most programs typically have on the field? Do you cap out your sign ups?

pictures with ideas would be so great for those of us who are starting up!

Dave-I know that we use Board Maker in the schools for our students who need visual schedules. It may be worth looking into for USYS.

picture software such as boardmaker or symbolstix are great tools for developing visual displays for on field use

symbolstix has more modern soccer related images. requires purchasing the license to access

Great suggestion Joslynn! I'm going to check it out

Response to Wendy on typical program size. In the EAST Region, we have an average of 26 players per program

If USYS could give us access to a boardmaker type program that would be great. I used to have it when my son was younger but don't now. It was several hundred dollars but so easy to use. Any program similar would be very useful.

and Ed, are all 26 of those on the same field or split up?

Wait? Am i the only coach who wants to draw their own ? Lol

National Average in 2019 was just about the same

my day job program shares one symbol stix account (all use same email and password)

It depends on the program, Programs usually try to differentiate skill levels in order to challenge our players to the correct level

USABA just released some coaching videos for blind soccer athletes

this is really great stuff, Chris

Is there anywhere you’d recommend getting some of the equipment such as the very large soccer balls? We are preparing to start our program, so any info on what equipment/where to start is helpful

Try Score

I love the suggestion of putting a ball in a plastic bag for a visually impaired/blind player - any other adaptive suggestions?

New start up here too. I would appreciate equipment and game ideas@

Score carries the big ball (Earth Ball) as well as the Rattle ball

Chris, As an APE teacher myself. Totally agree. Students in my class enjoy being peer mentors

www.scoresports.com

find want you want on sites like flaghouse, etc. then compare price with Amazon!

My son with autism can't process more than 1 sense at a time. If looking, maybe not listening

Gopher sports has some great products too and a similar amount of products

hold your hands up, let you get the attension

parents are the best resource

my students like harder rock because of definitive beat

We sometimes start our youngest players (like the 4-5 year olds). With gallon plastic milk jugs -they make lots of noise when you dribble, move slowly and then they can jump on them and flatten at the end. Of course move to balls ...

The kids will tell you what music they want to hear

How has anyone attracted a family to attend Tops when they prefer the child in a traditional program. Eg., when you can tell Tops would an amazing experience for the child??

what was the name of the app?

Seconds Pro

Seconds Pro

In another league I was doing this they attended a typical practice with teammates and played games but attended special practice with me once a week

Christina, The coaches in my town are very aware of our program and refer them to us frequently.

Thank you!!

Thank you !

Great guests tonight!

Thank you!

Thank you for your support. Very useful ideas

Well done. Thanks Chris.

Thank you so much Chris for sharing, this was excellent information.

Thank you ...wonderful !! Excellent

Thank you, Chris

Chris, Thanks for sharing.

I love first/then.

Outstanding speakers tonight! great job. If we could get emails of Lisa and Chris

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Time to go shopping! Such amazing ideas, thank you!!!

ask an elementary school to make one for you

Copy and paste is an easy way to get pictures

Teachers Pay Teachers may have some inexpensive resources for visual supports

Thank you!!!!!!

Well Done, Chris!

Thank you!

great stuff tonight

proud to have you representing us!

Thank you so much, Chris

Thank you!!

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Look forward to next week

Great presentation

Lauren you do not