#AACES2026 Pre-Conference: Expanding How We Notice and Respond to Children’s Play, Learning, & Communication
Sat, Feb 14
|The AAC Academy Platform via Zoom
This two-part AACES pre-conference session invites participants to slow down, look closely, and expand how we interpret children’s action and communication—especially when it shows up in subtle, unconventional, or easily missed ways.
Time & Location
Feb 14, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM PST
The AAC Academy Platform via Zoom
About the Event
About the AAC Early Starts Conference
The AAC Early Starts (AACES) Conference is an annual online event for professionals and families focused on supporting young children with complex communication needs. Over two days, attendees engage in live sessions and keynote speeches that address the unique challenges faced by AAC communicators aged birth to eight years, their families, and care teams. The conference offers holistic insights, covering all aspects of development, and provides valuable resources, inspiration, and hope. Join AAC communicators, families, and leading experts in early intervention, special education, and assistive technology as they share their knowledge and experience!
About this Pre-Conference Session Series
This two-part AACES pre-conference session invites participants to slow down, look closely, and expand how we interpret children’s action and communication—especially when it shows up in subtle, unconventional, or easily missed ways. Grounded in CARA’s Kit for Toddlers and aligned with recommended practices in early intervention…