$699
Now more than ever schools, teachers and parents recognize students’ unique and varied needs and are seeking to meet them effectively. Diverse learners require flexible, responsive solutions and the current model focused on rewards and external motivation creates more harm than good. Teachers who implement Conscious Discipline practices understand that intrinsic motivation and inner resources of emotional regulation are the keys to long-term, student success. Those inner resources are made accessible to students with disabilities by using scaffolded best practices of Conscious Discipline’s structures.
Over the course of this specialized, two day workshop, you will be offered practical tools for communication, social interaction, and creating ASD-friendly learning environments that foster understanding and growth. Discover the power of responding to the emotions of others with empathy and learn how to foster safety in children through authentic rituals, structures and values for a lifetime of transformational change.
This education workshop is designed for educators and administrators from birth to grade 5. Learn how to create a nurturing environment where diverse learners can thrive at: Adult Self-Regulation: Supporting Neurodivergent Children.
Buy Tickets
$699
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Location:
- Orlando, FL
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Facilitators:
- Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo
- Cheryl Cotter
Individual Pricing Tiers
Essential
- Adult Self-Regulation: Supporting Neurodivergent Children
Extending
- Engage with Equity - 1 Year
- Adult Self-Regulation: Supporting Neurodivergent Children
Expanding
- Premium Resources Membership - 1 Year
- Engage with Equity - 1 Year
- Adult Self-Regulation: Supporting Neurodivergent Children
Meet Your Facilitator
Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo is a talented trainer and speaker with 25+ years of experience working with children who present varying exceptionalities. Her classroom was recognized as a Conscious Discipline model classroom by Dr. Becky Bailey and the Miami-Dade County Public School District. Elizabeth’s commitment to Conscious Discipline and her ability to share her expertise with others led to her role as Certified Instructor. Elizabeth graduated from the University of Miami with a master's in early childhood special education.
Cheryl Cotter
Cumberland, Rhode Island
Cheryl Cotter has 29 years of experience in the special education field. She holds a master’s degree in Special Education, as well as a B.S. in Elementary Education specializing in Psychology. Cheryl is an educational consultant and a trainer specializing in autism for schools and community programs. She works to support children and adults of all ages. Cheryl is TEACHH Levels 1 and 2 certified and has training in PECS, Social Thinking, and other Cognitive Behavior Interventions (CBI) considered best practice.More Information About This Education Event in Orlando, FL
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Education Event Schedule
Schedule
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Location & Hotels
Location
Adult Self-Regulation: Supporting Neurodivergent Children will be hosted at the:
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830Hotels
Option 1
Garden Rooms
Special rate is available until October 27th, 2025 – limited rooms are available so don’t delay booking!
Use this link to book your room
Option 2
Wyndham Rooms
Special rate is available until October 27th, 2025 – limited rooms are available so don’t delay booking!
Use this link to book your room
If you are NOT staying at the hotel, there is a $15/daily parking fee
Parking:
- The Wyndham and Wyndham Garden offer both valet and self-parking services.
- Gated self-parking fee is available for $22.00 plus tax per night, per vehicle.
- Valet parking is available for $28.00 plus tax per night, per vehicle.
- Resort Fee: $34.00/night
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About the Area
Local Food Options- Joffrey’s Coffee Shop – onsite
- Oasis – onsite
- Sundial Café – onsite
- Rainforest Café
- Earl of Sandwich
- The Polite Pig
- The Boathouse
- Raglan Road Irish Pub
- Chef Art Smith’s Homecoming
- Blaze Pizza
- Planet Hollywood
- Chicken Guy!
- Jaleo
- House of Blues
Shopping & Attractions- Disney Springs
- AMC Dine-In Movie theater
- Splitsville Luxury Lanes
- Disney World
- Sea World
- Universal Studios
- I-Drive, Icon Park
- The Wheel at Icon Park
- Museum of Illusions
- Sea Life Aquarium
- Madame Tussauds Orlando
- I-Drive, Pointe Orlando
- WonderWorks
- Cuba Libre
- Improv Show
- Main Event Orlando: bowling, gravity ropes, games, billiards, laser tag
- Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
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Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Conscious Discipline is proud to partner with Concordia University Wisconsin to provide Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). One Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is the equivalent of ten contact hours. Once you have completed your event or offering and received your Certificate of Completion, you may register for the corresponding offering. Attendees who wish to obtain CEUs must apply at https://ces.cuw.edu/browse/education/conscious-discipline.
In order to be eligible for CEU's, the Certificate of Completion must fall within the same calendar year. You will receive your Certificate of Completion in a post-event email, which you will be required to upload. If you have questions or concerns, you may go to Frequestly Asked Questions, or by phone 262-243-2100 or email [email protected]. The course code is EDGP 5225.
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Scholarships
Scholarships
The Conscious Discipline Institute Scholarship covers tuition fees and course materials for one Institute. Travel, accommodations, meals and any special discount packages are not covered. If you have registered for the Institute and you are selected to receive a scholarship, your registration fees will be refunded. Scholarship recipients may be asked to write a brief article and/or record a video testimony about your experience to be used for informational and promotional purposes. Prior scholarship recipients are not eligible. Scholarships are not transferable.Helper Positions
Helpers are an essential part of our team. They contribute to the success of our workshops by sharing their wonderful gifts. To apply for a helper position, you must be a graduate of the Conscious Discipline Institute. Helpers are typically selected in the following order: Conscious Discipline Certified Instructors, Advanced Institute Graduates, Institute Graduates. Institutes often sell out before we select our helpers. If you would like to attend the institute at full tuition even if you are not selected as a helper, register separately before helpers are chosen by submitting the standard registration form and payment. If we select you as a helper, we will refund your tuition. -
At a Glance
What is the focus of this education event in Orlando, Florida?
This two-day workshop focuses on providing educators with practical tools and Conscious Discipline approaches to support neurodivergent children, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in educational settings. It emphasizes intrinsic motivation, emotional regulation, and creating ASD-friendly learning environments.
Where and when is the workshop held?
The workshop is held in Orlando, FL on November 20-21, 2025
Who are the facilitators?
The facilitators are Conscious Discipline Certified Instructors Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo and Cheryl Cotter.
What age range is this Orlando, FL workshop designed for?
This workshop is designed for educators and administrators working with children from birth to grade 5.
What will I learn during the education workshop in Orlando?
You will learn to:
- Gain insights into the characteristics of ASD and their impact on students.
- Apply Conscious Discipline approaches tailored for neurodivergent learners.
- Promote emotional regulation and relationship-building.
- Improve executive functioning and skill development.
- Develop practical tools for enhancing communication and social interaction.
- Implement practical tools for communication, social interaction, and creating ASD-friendly learning environments that foster understanding and growth.
What is Conscious Discipline?
Conscious Discipline is a self-regulation program that focuses on building social development and emotional literacy skills in both adults and children. It emphasizes intrinsic motivation and creating safe, connected learning environments.
Will this education workshop address specific strategies for managing challenging behaviors?
Yes, the workshop will provide strategies for promoting emotional regulation and fostering positive behavior through Conscious Discipline practices, which will help to mitigate challenging behaviors.
Does this education workshop in Orlando cover information regarding executive functioning?
Yes, improving executive functioning and skill development is one of the learning outcomes of the workshop.
Will this 2025 education event cover how to create ASD-friendly environments?
Yes, this workshop will cover how to create ASD-friendly learning environments.
Who should attend this workshop in Orlando, Florida?
Early educators, Pre-K teachers, and educators from kindergarten to grade 5 should attend. School administrators are also welcome.
Do I need prior knowledge of Conscious Discipline to attend?
While prior knowledge can be helpful, the workshop is designed to provide practical tools and approaches that can be implemented regardless of prior experience.
What does “ASD-friendly learning environment” mean?
An ASD-friendly learning environment is one that is designed to meet the unique needs of students with ASD, fostering understanding, growth, and inclusion through tailored strategies and accommodations.
What is meant by adult self-regulation?
Adult self-regulation refers to the ability for the adult to control their own emotions and reactions, so that they can effectively and calmly support the children in their care.
Here's What You'll Learn at this Education Event in Orlando
Big Idea
Implement practical tools for communication, social interaction, and creating ASD-friendly learning environments that foster understanding and growth.
Who Should Attend
Early educators, Pre-K teachers, educators from K-5.
Your Facilitators
Conscious Discipline Certified Instructors Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo and Cheryl Cotter.
Education Workshop Materials
All attendees of this teacher workshop will receive access to training materials to print in advance of the event or download digitally to follow along on a tablet or e-reader.
Intrinsic motivation leads to lasting change.
Join our expert instructors at this two-day education event designed to help you:
- Gain insights into the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and understand how they impact communication, social interaction, and behavior in the classroom.
- Explore and apply Conscious Discipline approaches tailored to create supportive and neurodivergent-friendly learning environments.
- Promote emotional regulation and relationship-building among adults and students.
- Improve executive functioning and skill development, enabling deeper learning.
- Develop practical tools for enhancing communication and social interaction with students on the autism spectrum, fostering their growth and understanding in inclusive settings.
