Parents from across the state are being sought to join the Essential for Children Thought Leaders and Steering Committee. These parents should have experience with child welfare systems or preventative systems aimed to reduce child welfare. See the detail below: Dear Community Member: I am writing to you today as I am delighted with the [...]
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A Brief Overview Discussion about school-based discipline was pretty quiet during the pandemic. The topic is resurfacing as schools begin to reopen for in-person instruction. Read on for information about student rights in Washington and what families need to know when behavior impedes learning and disability may be a factor. Schools are required to provide [...]
A Brief Overview Special Education is provided through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a student with a qualifying disability. The first step is to determine eligibility through evaluation. This article describes that process. Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is the “special” in special education. The evaluation determines whether SDI is needed to help a student [...]
Thrive Seattle is an innovative housing program for neurodiverse young adults. Thrive Seattle combines independent apartment living with support from a residential advisor team and a peer community. Modern apartments allow for each person to have their own private space while common areas allow for community interaction and group events. https://thriveseattleliving.com/ Please contact Christy Bateman [...]
From the Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad podcast: Meet Felimon Hernandez of Olympia, WA who is a graphic designer and photographer as well as the father of three, including eight year old twins, one with Spina Bifida and one with Epilepsy. Felimon and his wife Cecelia, have been married for 13 years and are the [...]
Come join us to share promising practices and celebrate the extraordinary achievements of families and professionals partnering to improve health care for all children, including CYSHCN. Explore sessions on health equity, supporting families during the pandemic, telehealth, family and youth engagement, organizational development, communication strategies, and impacting policy. Click here for more information and to register.
Date: Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 Where: Zoom Meeting—Attend from Home! Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Guest: Monica Meyer, Autism Specialist Topic: ”Using Assistive Technology to Promote Communication & Independence” ~As visual learners, there is a natural fit for creating 21st century learning, living, & working environments for individuals with developmental disabilities. ~Every day, new technology is changing our lives in ways we never imagined, including: communication, developing social skills, and enhancing the [...]