He will also give safety tips and address how police officers are trained to handle individuals with special needs.
free Parent
Education Workshops
presents
“The ARD Process: Admission, Review, and Dismissal Meeting”
with
Daphne Cunningham,
PATH Project Regional Coordinator
Thursday,August 27th, 2009
6:15pm to 8:15pm
at
Our Children’s House at Irving
3337 Stovall St. Irving 75061
(One mile south of the Irving Mall & 183/Airport Freeway, off Belt Line Road )
RSVP by calling
972-790-8505 x262
This Workshop focuses on the public school’s ARD process, from its most basic concept to more specific areas of importance.
Daphne will guide you every step of the way throughout this process, so that you’ll be best informed on what you need to know in order to enter the ARD meeting prepared, knowledgeable and confident, to insure that your child receives all appropriate andvavailable services through the public school system.
Thanks to a generous grant from the Allstate Foundation, Baylor/OCH Parent Education Workshops are open to the public, to parents & professionals, and are always at NO CHARGE!
A light dinner, along with snacks & beverages are served, at
NO CHARGE
Also, childcare during the Workshops is provided at
NO CHARGE. However, space is limited, so please RSVP early!
For more information, please contact OCH Social Worker, Mitch Hill at 972-790-8505 x262
Note that early registration ends on 8/3/09, so there is one week left to register at lower rates!
From the Autism Society of Collin County:
More often than not, how we “work and play with others” can have a huge impact on our lives, and this is particularly true for people with autism and related disabilities. From meeting and keeping friends, to interviewing and holding a job, effective one-on-one communication is critical for success.
The Autism Society of Collin County, in cooperation with Whole Foods, the Rubin Family Foundation, North Garland Vision and The Arc of Dallas, is excited to sponsor a social skills seminar featuring Michelle Garcia Winner!
Michelle is an internationally recognized expert on effective social interaction, and has trained school administrators, psychologists, parents, and government policy makers on the importance of social thinking. In 2008 she won a Congressional award as an innovator for using social learning as an effective treatment program for students.
Michelle’s day-long seminar “Thinking About You, Thinking About Me” will teach participants how our social minds work, and behaviors which affect other people’s emotions and responses. By understanding the three levels of social interaction and four steps to effective communication, participants will learn how to create IEP goals and benchmarks for improvement.
For information about Michelle Garcia Winner please see: http://www.socialthinking.com/
For online and mail registration please go to: http://www.arcdallas.org/
Workshop details:
Date: September 23rd, 2009
Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Place: Garland Special Events Center
Address:4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland, TX, 75040
Early Registration (before August 3rd): Single $55, Couple $85
Registration (after August 3rd): Single: $70, Couple: $100
Are Your IEP Goals Measurable???
This is a critical training for parents of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and professionals working in or with local school districts. This workshop will aid participants in understanding and navigating the planning process for school age children with autism. The training will also build the capacity of parents and professionals to write measurable IEP goals, appropriate FBAs and BIPs. ARD Meetings will also be discussed with emphasis on how to achieve progress in a diplomatic fashion.
www.dfwcenterforautism.org
"The next meeting to discuss a new day program for adults with special needs, 18 years old and older, in the East Dallas County area will be held on Saturday, June 27th at 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held at Sunnyvale First Baptist Church, in the Children's Building, 3018 Belt Line Road, in Sunnyvale. Sorry child care will not be available. For more information call 214-641-4420 or 214-517-7011.
We hope to see you there."
This is a critical training for parents of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and professionals working in or with local school districts. This workshop will aid participants in understanding and navigating the planning process for school age children with autism. The training will also build the capacity of parents and professionals to write measurable IEP goals, appropriate FBAs and BIPs. ARD Meetings will also be discussed with emphasis on how to achieve progress in a diplomatic fashion.
If you haven't registered visit AutismSpot.com and follow the Future Horizons link from the homepage. Register with code Spot1 to save $10. Unable to attend? No problem...the entire event will be available ONLY at SpotUniversity.com!
In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing - in other words, AMC’s “Silence is Golden®” policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned.
Fundraising and preparations for the Dallas-Forth Worth's "Walk Now for Autism" event has begun and organizers wanted me to share this message:
Autism Speaks will hold their annual Walk Now For Autism Event November 14, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. This multifaceted fundraiser not only raises money for research and raises awareness, but also provides a day of fun for all who attend. From space walks to face painting to live entertainment to a resource fair, Walk Day is fun for the whole family! Join us for the inspiring Kick Off Luncheon to learn more about how you can become a part of this exciting event as we search to raise awareness and ultimately “find the missing piece.”
2009 Dallas Ft Worth Walk Now for Autism Kick Off Luncheon
Come for lunch, hear motivational speakers and get ready to Walk!
Friday, September 18, 2009
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
The Westin Park Central
12720 Merit Drive
Dallas, Texas 75251
Check out the website to see current local fundraising efforts and to learn how to get involved!
Friends, family, providers and caregivers, please join us! Light refreshments will be provided. Local agencies that provide support and resources to families and individuals with Autism and special needs will be available to provide information regarding their programs and services.About the Autism Resource Fair
Open to all who care for loved ones of any age with Autism or
special needs.
On hand will be exhibitors from local organizations providing services and support to caregivers and their loved ones including:
1. Health agencies
2. Local organizations
3. Parent support groups
Schedule:
6:30PM Open exhibitors
7:00PM Presentation- Easter Seals Living with Autism Study
8:00PM Q & A’s and Refreshments
