Upcoming
Workshops/Conferences
There
is a wealth of information available for parents of children with special
needs. Our responsibility is to provide
a variety of resources so you can make informed decisions for your family. Partners for Success and FCPS do not endorse
any group or point of view.
FREE FAMILY FUN EVENT
If
you care for a child with autism, your family (up to 6 people) is invited to
join Pathfinders for Autism on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011 from 3pm to 6:30pm at the
National Aquarium in
443-330-5370,
ext. 302, or go to www.pathfindersforautism.org.
Jan. 8, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that
brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a
chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be
unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in
discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with
them -- a sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about location and
registration at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
registration is required. FREE
January 11, 2011
9am-12pm
Workshop: More than Words: How to Create an
Effective Ad
Sponsor: Pathfinders for Autism
Content: When you are looking for someone to work with your child,
anyone can list the usual credentials.
How do you articulate those critical personality traits that your child
responds to so well? Or, when you want
to announce your services to the world, how do you craft your message to reach
your target? How do you really capture
in your ad who you REALLY are? Whether
you are searching for services for a loved one, or promoting yourself, bring
the details you wish to include in your announcement and we’ll help you create
an ad that colors the full picture of who you are, and who/what you are looking
for.
Location: Abilities Network Training Institute,
Information: 443-330-5370 or www.pathfindersforautism.org Must pre-register FREE
January 14, 2011
7pm-11pm (Food Served 6:30)
Event: Karaoke/Dance Night
Sponsor: Moose Lodge 371 and
Content: A night of fun with Karaoke and dancing that is geared to
citizens of all ages with special needs.
Food is provided (hot dogs, chili, chicken, pasta, etc.), come and enjoy
a great evening of good food, karaoke singing, dancing, and great
friendship! There is no fee but
everyone entering the building must sign in.
Location: Moose Lodge 371,
Contact: Camille Kime at 301-639-5844 or Gegecamille@aol.com FREE
January 18, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or
301-746-8080 or johnandshawna4@comcast.net FREE
January 22, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE
January 22, 2011
8:30am-12:30pm
Workshop: Relationships
Sponsor: Pathfinders for Autism and the
Content: Dr. Peter Gerhardt, director of the McCarton School, and
Zosia Zaks, a certified Rehabilitation Counselor, disability advocate, and
autistic adult, will discuss “social life”, how to minimize loneliness; prevent
isolation, improve friendships, and dating skills, and bridge communication
gaps. Personal safety, sexuality, and
parenting will also be discussed. Separate
sessions for participants with autism, HFA, or Aspergers, and for parents and
caregivers.
Location: The
Information: 410-313-7213 or www.pathfindersforautism.org Must pre-register FREE
February 10, 2011
8am-4:30pm
Workshop: Wrightslaw Special Education Law
and Advocacy Conference
Sponsor: Center for Children, Inc.
Content: One-day special education law and advocacy programs focus on
four areas:
*special education law, rights and responsibilities
*tests and measurements to measure progress & regression
*SMART IEPs
*introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy
Wrightslaw programs are designed to meet the needs of parents, educators,
health care providers, advocates and attorneys who represent children with
disabilities regarding special education. The program is not disability
specific.
Location: Waldorf Jaycee's Center,
Information: Norma Oliver at 301-374-6696
or oliver@center-for-children.org
or http://www.wrightslaw.com/speak/11.02.md.htm
February 12, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE
February 18, 2011
7pm-11pm (Food Served 6:30)
Event: Karaoke/Dance Night
Sponsor: Moose Lodge 371 and
Content: A night of fun with Karaoke and dancing that is geared to
citizens of all ages with special needs.
Food is provided (hot dogs, chili, chicken, pasta, etc.), come and enjoy
a great evening of good food, karaoke singing, dancing, and great
friendship! There is no fee but
everyone entering the building must sign in.
Location: Moose Lodge 371,
Contact: Camille Kime at 301-639-5844 or Gegecamille@aol.com FREE
Feb. 19, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that
brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a
chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be
unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in
discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with
them -- a sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about registration
at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
or go to http://www.arcfc.org/services/sibshops.htm,
registration is required. FREE
February 22, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or
301-746-8080, or www.asafrederickmd.org
or johnandshawna4@comcast.net
FREE
March 2, 2011
9am-12noon
Workshop: An Overview of the Special
Education Process
Sponsor:
Content: This free workshop is designed to give parents, or any
interested party, a basic knowledge of the special education process. For parents who have never been to an IEP
meeting or who have attended an IEP meeting feeling ill-prepared and unsure of
themselves, this is a great workshop to start preparing you to be an informed
partner in being able to develop your child’s IEP. Presenters are Beth Rhodes, FCPS Special
Education Elementary Instructional Coordinator, and Kelly Meissner, Parents
Place Parent Educator.
Location:
Information and to register: Julie DeRoner at 301-600-1617 or Susan
Donoghue-Rick at 240-236-8744. Must
pre-register.
FREE
March 9, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Meeting for Dads of a child with a
developmental disability
Sponsor: Frederick County Public Schools
Content: Bill Derbyshire, the social worker at
Location:
Information: 240-236-8705 or William.Derbyshire@fcps.org FREE
March 12, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that
brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a
chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be
unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in
discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with
them -- a sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about registration
at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
or go to http://www.arcfc.org/services/sibshops.htm,
registration is required.
FREE
March 15, 2011
6:30-8pm
Workshop: ADHD-Practical Interventions at
Home and School
Sponsor: FCPS Partners for Success, FCDC Family Support, and The Arc of
Content: In this workshop, Jason Barth, LCPC., discusses executive
functioning and practical ways parents, teachers, and caregivers can provide an
optimal environment for children with ADHD to learn and to live.
Location: The Arc of
Information: Susan Donoghue-Rick at 240-236-8744 or
Julie DeRoner at 301-600-1617. Please
call to register FREE
March 18, 2011
7pm-11pm (Food Served 6:30)
Event: Karaoke/Dance Night
Sponsor: Moose Lodge 371 and
Content: A night of fun with Karaoke and dancing that is geared to
citizens of all ages with special needs.
Food is provided (hot dogs, chili, chicken, pasta, etc.), come and enjoy
a great evening of good food, karaoke singing, dancing, and great friendship! There is no fee but everyone entering the building
must sign in.
Location: Moose Lodge 371,
Contact: Camille Kime at 301-639-5844 or Gegecamille@aol.com FREE
Save the Date!
March 19, 2011
The
Frederick County Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee will be holding
their 4th annual Resource Fair, with a ton of resources plus free
workshops! From 10 am to 2pm at
March 19, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE
March 21, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or
301-746-8080, or www.asafrederickmd.org
or johnandshawna4@comcast.net
FREE
Save the Date!
April 2, 2011
The
Worried Child-Identifying and Treating Anxiety in Children
All
children suffer anxiety at some time in their lives. Doctors’ appointments, meeting new people, or
the first day of school can cause stress.
But when a child develops severe anxiety, parents and caregivers may
have questions about when and where to seek help. Dr. Erin Martin, a clinical psychologist with
the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program at the National Institute of Mental
Health, will discuss symptoms and treatments for anxiety disorders in
children.
All day conference to be held at the
April 2, 2011
8am-5pm
Event: Honestly Autism Day
Sponsors:
Content: Keynote Speaker, Carol Kranowitz, M.A. - Carol Kranowitz is
the author of The Out-of-Sync Child, The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, The
Goodenoughs Get in Sync; the Sensory Issues in Learning & Behavior video;
and the Preschool SENsory Scan for Educators (Preschool SENSE), a screening
tool for therapists working with teachers. With co-author Joye Newman, she has
written a new book, Growing an In-Sync Child. The day will also feature: breakout
sessions on many autism-related topics; a panel of people on the autism spectrum
to share their insights, and vendors, door prizes, and more! Fee of $25 includes breakfast and lunch.
Location: New
Information: 410-655-7933 FEE
April 15, 2011
7pm-11pm (Food Served 6:30)
Event: Karaoke/Dance Night
Sponsor: Moose Lodge 371 and
Content: A night of fun with Karaoke and dancing that is geared to
citizens of all ages with special needs.
Food is provided (hot dogs, chili, chicken, pasta, etc.), come and enjoy
a great evening of good food, karaoke singing, dancing, and great friendship! There is no fee but everyone entering the
building must sign in.
Location: Moose Lodge 371,
Contact: Camille Kime at 301-639-5844 or Gegecamille@aol.com FREE
April 16, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE
April 18, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or
301-746-8080, or www.asafrederickmd.org
or johnandshawna4@comcast.net
FREE
April 23, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that
brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a
chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be
unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in
discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with
them -- a sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about registration
at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
or go to http://www.arcfc.org/services/sibshops.htm,
registration is required.
FREE
May 14, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that
brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a
chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be
unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in
discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with
them -- a sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about registration
at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
or go to http://www.arcfc.org/services/sibshops.htm,
registration is required.
FREE
May 16, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or
301-746-8080, or www.asafrederickmd.org
or johnandshawna4@comcast.net
FREE
May 20, 2011
7pm-11pm (Food Served 6:30)
Event: Karaoke/Dance Night
Sponsor: Moose Lodge 371 and
Content: A night of fun with Karaoke and dancing that is geared to
citizens of all ages with special needs.
Food is provided (hot dogs, chili, chicken, pasta, etc.), come and enjoy
a great evening of good food, karaoke singing, dancing, and great friendship! There is no fee but everyone entering the
building must sign in.
Location: Moose Lodge 371,
Contact: Camille Kime at 301-639-5844 or Gegecamille@aol.com FREE
May 21, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE
June 4, 2011
10am-1pm
Event: Sibshop-for ages 6-11
Sponsor: The Arc of
Content: Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions that brothers
and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a chance.
Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be unique,
off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in discussion
activities, and get to know others who have something in common with them -- a
sibling with a disability.
Location: Trinity United
Information: Contact Colette Hough about registration
at 301-663-0909, ext. 36 or Chough@arcfc.org,
or go to http://www.arcfc.org/services/sibshops.htm,
registration is required.
FREE
June 20, 2011
7-8:30pm
Event: Autism Society of
Sponsor: Autism Society of
Location: The Arc of
Information: Shawna Capotosto at 301-695-3676 or 301-746-8080,
or www.asafrederickmd.org or johnandshawna4@comcast.net
FREE
June 25, 2011
10am-2pm
Event: Parents’ Day Out
Sponsors: The Arc of
Content: Parents’ Day Out
provides much needed respite care to parents and guardians of children with
developmental disabilities. At The Arc,
the training room magically evolves into a playroom full of toys, games, books
and laughter where children can participate in a wide variety of activities
including crafts, games and outdoor play while in a safe, supervised
environment. The program is staffed by
two Arc employees and young adults from local civic and church groups as well
as other volunteers from the
Location: The Arc of Frederick, 620A
Information and to get a registration form: Angela Neiderlander at 301-663-0909, ext.
27 or http://www.arcfc.org/services/parents_day_out.htm
FREE