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Autism Community
Network

Annual Fall Summit


Toward Neuroharmony:
Welcome to the Autism Renaissance

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Keynote Speaker: Elizabeth Torres, PhD

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Plenary Speaker: Rosemary White, OTR/L

Friday, October 2, 2026
ACN 2026 Summit Conference Day

Location: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts:
100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Clinical Intensive Training Day

Location: Autism Community Network:
535 Bandera Rd. San Antonio, TX 78228

8:15 AM - 4:30 PM

Keynote: Elizabeth Torres, PhD

Clinical Scholar, Neurodiversity Ally, and

Head of the Rutger's University Sensory-Motor Integration Lab

Please find more information on Dr. Torres and ACN Summit 2026, Toward Neuroharmony below. To register for the event, click below.

Agenda

Conference Seating

7:30 - 8:15 AM

Registration, Breakfast, and Resource Fair

8:15 - 9:45 AM

Keynote Address

10:00 - 11:15 AM

Morning Breakout Sessions 

Caregiver, Educator, and Clinician Tracks

11:30 - 12:30 PM

Lunch & Learn: Experts by Experience Panel

12:45 - 1:30 PM

Second Keynote Address

1:40 - 2:40 PM

Plenary Address

2:45 - 4:00 PM

The Every Voice Matters Panel

4:00 - 4:30 PM

Closing Ceremony

Summit Sessions.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Autism: The Movement Sensing Perspective

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

8:15-9:45 AM

Elizabeth Torres, PhD

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Caregiver Track: AM Breakout Session
Listening Differently: How to Honor Your Autistic Child’s Brilliance, Autonomy, and Voice

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

10:00-11:15 AM

Tiffany Hammond

Kindergarten Classroom

Educator Track: AM Breakout Session: Brains, Behavior, and Belonging

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

10:00-11:15 AM

Rebecca Engle, MEd

Virtual Child Play

Clinician Track: AM Breakout Session: The Movement Sensing Perspective UNPACKED

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

10:00-11:15 AM

Rosemary White, OTR/L

Panel

Expertise by Experience: Amplifying Autistic Voices Panel

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

Lunch & Learn - 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

TBD

Second Keynote Address: Autism Autonomy: In Search of our Human Dignity

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

12:45-1:30 PM

Elizabeth Torres, PhD

Plenary Address: Supporting Individual Differences While Promoting Relationships through DIR®/Floortime

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

1:40 - 2:40 PM

Rosemary White, OTR/L

The "Every Voice Matters" Panel

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

2:45-4:00 PM

Dr. Carrie Alvarado, PhD, OTR

Clinical Intensive Day -Additional Day of training for Professionals only 10/3/2026- At Autism Community Network

Time

Presenter/Facilitator

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Dr. Elizabeth Torres and Rosemary White, OTR/L

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PENDING APPROVAL

Autism Community Network is a registered CPE provider for the Texas Education Agency.

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ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures

This program is designed to meet BHEC continuing education requirements for Texas behavioral health professionals.

Fees.

Availability based on venue capacity. Packages are sold on a first come first served basis.

Early Bird Registration
(June 12 - August 16)
$125

Regular Registration
(August 4 - September 30)
$150

Late Registration
(October 1-2)
$175

Caregivers / Adult Autists
Scholarships Available
$100

Group Rate/Students
Email Carrie@acn-sa.org

Conference and Clinical Intensive Bundle (10/2 & 10/3) - $200

Clinical Intensive Day only (10/3) - $125

ACN Clinical Intensive Day - 10/3/2026

Polices & Procedures.

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Accommodations

We strive to create a conference experience that is accessible to all. Our goal is to identify and address any barriers that may prevent full participation, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant legislation.

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Refunds

We understand that circumstances may change, and you may need to cancel your registration for our conference. Our refund policy is designed to be fair and transparent, ensuring that attendees can plan with confidence.

Freelance

Complaint Policy

We are dedicated to maintaining a high standard of service and support. We encourage attendees to provide feedback and report any concerns or complaints. All complaints will be treated with respect and confidentiality.

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For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please email Cortney@acn-sa.org

For more information on becoming a vendor/exhibitor, please email Carrie@acn-sa.org

Additional Information.

For questions related to credentialing information and receiving CEUs, scholarships, or any other information not included on this page or the registration website, please reach out to Carrie@acn-sa.org.

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