Autism Conference

Richard L. Simpson Conference on Autism

Conference staff welcoming attendees at the Conference Registration Desk.

The Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavior Disorders awards a plaque to an individual who has exhibited outstanding achievement and excellence in classroom service to students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Nominations will be accepted from recognized professional organizations, parents, and educational staff. Click on the link above to be directed to see the award criteria.

Seventh Annual Richard L. Simpson Conference on Autism

Dates: October 1, 2 & 3, 2025 

Location: Springfield, Missouri on the Campus of Missouri State University

Sponsors:  Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavior Disorders (MSLBD), Kansas TASN Autism and Tertiary Behavior Supports (ATBS), and Project ACCESS-Missouri's Leader in Autism Education

Theme: Addressing Complex Communication Needs of Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders. This conference honors our friend and colleague who has been a leader in working with children and youth with autism. Open to all educators who serve children and youth with autism. Sessions and speakers will focus on an improved understanding of evidence-based practices in the school context for serving students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

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Outstanding Educator Award

Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavior Disorders will annually recognize an individual at the Richard L. Simpson Conference on Autism for outstanding achievement and excellence in classroom service to students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The recipient will receive expenses to attend the conference in order to receive the award in person. Award criteria and requirements for the nomination are available here. Deadline: Aug 20