Association of Educational Therapists

07/29/2026

Call for Proposals: Have You Ever Tried? — Research to Practice
One of AET's most popular conference traditions is back!

Have You Ever Tried? (HYET) is a fast-paced, engaging session where Educational Therapists share practical ideas that colleagues can immediately put into practice. Each presenter delivers an 18–20 minute mini-presentation highlighting a strategy, tool, activity, or approach that has been successful in their own practice.

This year's theme is: Research to Practice.

Have you read a research article, explored evidence-based literature, or learned about a cognitive science finding that changed the way you work with students? We'd love to hear how you translated that research into your everyday educational therapy practice.

We're looking for presentations that:

*Connect a research-based source to a practical instructional strategy or intervention.
*Demonstrate how the idea has been implemented with students.
*Provide colleagues with techniques they can begin using without extensive training or preparation.
*Include practical examples, lessons learned, and suggestions for implementation.

Whether you've adapted a writing strategy, executive functioning intervention, math approach, reading practice, language technique, or another evidence-based idea, your experience could inspire fellow ETs to bridge the gap between research and practice.

Please note: HYET presenters must be registered for the AET Annual Conference.

Questions? contact Bonnie at [email protected]
Submit your proposal by September 1 to:

07/29/2026

AET Study Groups Are Now AET Learning Communities!!

Thank you again to everyone who shared feedback on the proposed name change for AET Study Groups. We appreciate the thoughtful input we received throughout the process.

Effective July 1, 2026, AET Study Groups are now officially known as AET Learning Communities (VLCs). The new name better reflects what these groups have always been—a place for educational therapists to learn together, exchange ideas, build professional relationships, and support one another through meaningful discussion and collaboration.

As a result, you'll now see the updated name reflected throughout AET materials and communications, including our website, event calendar, and member resources.

Looking Ahead
Beginning in September, our Friday Virtual Learning Community (VLC) schedule will be changing. We're excited about what's ahead and will be sharing more information, including the new schedule and meeting details, in the coming weeks.

Be sure to watch your email, the AET website, and our social media channels for announcements—we look forward to seeing you at an upcoming Learning Community!

07/29/2026

Virtual Learning Community Meeting Schedule for August

* 1st Friday 8/7/26 Book Discussion VLC (rescheduled from July): from 11:00am - noon ET// 10:00 - 11:00am CT // 9:00-10:00am MT // 8:00-9:00am PT; This month we are finishing discussion of the book Uncommon Sense Teaching. Facilitated by Bonnie Massimino

* 1st Friday 8/7/26 “New to ET” VLC: from 4:00-5:00pm ET // 3:00 - 4:00pm CT // 2:00 - 3:00pm MT // 1:00 - 2:00pm PT; This VLC is a facilitated discussion on topics specifically for AET members who are new to Educational Therapy (Student and Associate members). Facilitated by Kara Scanlon and Caroline Towery

* 2nd Friday 8/14/26: “Open Forum” VLC from 11:00am - noon ET// 10:00 - 11:00am CT // 9:00-10:00am MT // 8:00-9:00am PT; Facilitated by Bonnie Massimino and Sharon Barkan

*4th Friday 8/28/26: “ASD-focused” VLC from 11:00am - noon ET// 10:00 - 11:00am CT // 9:00-10:00am MT // 8:00-9:00am PT; Facilitated by Diana Black Kennedy.

All VLC meetings are open to all members of AET. RSVPs to the facilitator are requested, but not required . Each VLC has its own unique Zoom meeting ID/login. Please check the AET events calendar for the Zoom links for each meeting topic and the most recent schedule updates.

07/29/2026

Celebrate Service. Share Your Impact.
Community service has been at the heart of the Association of Educational Therapists for decades, and now it’s time to make that work visible.
Have you:
✔ Provided pro bono services?
✔ Offered free consultations or workshops?
✔ Supported underserved families?
We want to recognize YOU.

Members with 50+ hours will be honored at the AET National Conference (Nov 2026) and featured in the Educational Therapist Journal.
Submit your hours today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeyCp0hqirWZJBKrAfK4BlX3uU_Kx2U5oHwDJs_GbRWGQVvw/viewform

07/25/2026

Are you an Ed Therapist (or a student in an ET certificate program) who is launching or trying to grow your Educational Therapy private practice?

Applications for the EET (Entrepreneurship for Educational Therapists) Cohort is open until August 10!

EET is a virtual support and networking cohort group for Educational Therapists in the early stages of private practice. From intake systems and documentation to gaining clients, networking, scheduling, and e-practice, EET provides practical guidance and supportive collegial connection throughout the year.

*Twice-monthly meetings September–May
*Small cohort model (limited to 15 participants)
*Practical information + collaborative discussion

Free member benefit for AET members

Interested in learning more? Contact Bonnie at [email protected] by August 10th.

07/24/2026

AET Annual Conference Presenter Spotlight
Discover the foundation of strong math skills with presenter Cristina Post at the upcoming AET Annual Conference.

Most educational therapists have heard the term subitizing, but do you know how to assess it, teach it effectively, and connect it to math fact fluency?

During the AET 2026 Annual Conference, Cristina will explore this essential foundational skill, including its relationship to dyscalculia. You'll leave with practical assessment tools and intervention strategies you can use in both in-person and online settings to help students build stronger number sense and math confidence.

Join us for Cristina's session and dozens of other timely presentations designed to enrich your practice and transform your work with learners.

Register today and be part of AET 2026!

Registration for the Association of Educational Therapists (AET) 47th Annual Conference, November 1-3, 2024.

07/21/2026

AET Annual Conference: Where research meets real-world practice.

If you work with students navigating math challenges, learning differences, or executive dysfunction, the AET Annual Conference lineup was built specifically for you.

From AI assistive technology, leveraging modern tools for diverse learners to understanding the constructs behind every unique learning profile, you will gain actionable strategies you can apply in your practice immediately.

Learn More About the AET Annual Conference:

07/21/2026

AET is committed to making the 48th Annual Conference Accessible for ALL by offering, group discounts, student scholarships, adjusted rates for international attendees and financial hardship assistance.

Share these opportunities with your professional network so more educators and educational therapists can join us.

Questions? Contact AET at [email protected], we're here to help make your conference experience possible. Find out more: https://www.aetonline.org/aet-conference-home

07/16/2026

Bring your team to the AET Annual Conference and invest in learning together! When you register a Group of Five or More, you'll experience the conference together, sharing ideas, discovering new strategies, and gaining practical knowledge you can implement day one

Reach out to [email protected] to receive your discounted registration and get ready for an incredible conference filled with learning, networking, and fun. We can't wait to see you there!