UMHB has a unique special needs facility in which undergraduate education majors work directly with children with disabilities, ages 3-21. The new state-of-the-art facility will lead the way in training and educating future teachers on best practices for instructing students with disabilities. With cutting-edge technology, resources, equipment, and tools, the new center will enhance the learning experience of UMHB students and benefit the participants. This 12,000-square-foot facility will serve as the country's premier center for special education training and instruction.
UMHB Reading Camp/Clinic returns to campus - Details coming soon
Together, children with special needs and UMHB undergraduate students training to become teachers will work on individualized goals for your child. Some of those goals might include:
- Academic Skills
- Following Schedules
- Increasing Communication
- Awareness of Self and Others
- Appropriate Social Interactions
- Following Rules
- Establishing Friendships
- Addressing Sensory Needs
SCHEDULE
Mon-Tues-Thurs 3:30 - 4:15PM | 4:30 -5:15PM NEW: 1:1 or small groups
Students ages 3-21 with any special need are encouraged to attend. Please contact Emily Smith to schedule your time slot. Students may sign up for more than one session as the schedule permits.
Dr. Emily Smith Director, Marek-Smith Center for Teacher Preparation ssmith@umhb.edu | 254-295-4946