One Out of Five: Disability History and Pride Project Curriculum designed by the WA State Education Ombuds

In 2008, Washington state legislature passed a law declaring October as Disability History Month. Until now, schools have created their own approaches to honor the month. The title of this project is “One Out of Five: Disability History and Pride” because 1 out of 5 people in the United States has a disability, and this [...]

By |2018-10-16T11:26:10-07:00October 29th, 2018|

Halloween for Sensory Sensitive Kids

How to Make Halloween Less Overwhelming for a Child with Sensory Processing Disorder - by Sarah Lyons, published October, 12, 2018 Costumes, Halloween parties with sugary treats, trick-or-treating and spooky decorations are fun and exciting for most kids, but for a child with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Halloween celebrations can be very overwhelming. A child with [...]

By |2018-10-23T16:04:03-07:00October 26th, 2018|

Sensory Friendly Concert at the Seattle Symphony

Join a flute trio of Seattle Symphony musicians for an enchanting Fall Sensory Friendly Concert! Hosted by board-certified music therapist, Mike Thomas, your family will learn about the woodwind instrument family in an environment that is designed specifically for children ages 5–8 on the Autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities. The concert experience includes [...]

By |2018-10-16T10:51:37-07:00October 25th, 2018|

Candidates Forum in Vancouver, WA – October 25, 6:00-8:30 pm

At Clark College.  "This is the time when you get to hear how the candidates will vote on issues affecting your loved one. We need you there! The candidates need to see how many families have a loved one who experience disabilities in our community. Please come, bring your family and hear how they will [...]

By |2018-10-16T10:35:27-07:00October 21st, 2018|
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