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PTA EVENTS
Marysville Special Education PTSA meets the second Thursday of each month in the Allen Creek Elementary Library at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. See the calendar below for speaker information.
Marysville PTA Council meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00p.m. in the MSD Strawberry Room. The meetings are open.
Contact Julie Gelo at 206-940-3843 or JulieGelo@aol.com or Scott Schreffler at scotts@dykeman.net
Ask to be added to EverettSpecEdParents@yahoogroups.com
Marysville Autism Parent Support Group
The Marysville Autism Parent Support Group is a support group in the classic sense of the term, we gather together with other parents who understand the unique challenges we face as caregivers of children with Autism. To share with each other experiences, information, resources and understanding, in an effort to create a community and friendships that help build a support network for parents who are struggling with this difficult disorder. All meetings will be held at Shoultes Elementary School Library from 6:30pm to 8pm. (except in the summer months - see below) Call Rachel at 360-657-0670 for status on childcare.
2010 Schedule
Summer Schedule
The Autism Support Group will be meeting on June 19, July 17, and August 21 at 10:30a.m. during the summer months. The meetings will be held at Jennings Park playground by the Barn.
Below are events and resources that support the special needs community.
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Free Workshops offered by the What Every Parent Needs to Know Free workshops for parents, legal guardians, foster parents and other adults caring for students in public schools • Understand and Navigate the Public School System If you are missing basic information about the Thursday, April 15th • Communicating with Your Child’s School Have you ever wished you knew how to communicate better with your student’s teacher? Or maybe you had a problem with the school and had no idea how to solve it? This workshop will teach you the best way to inform the school about your student’s needs, how to get around disagreements with school officials, how to bring up issues so that you are heard, and how to prepare yourself for productive meetings at school. Thursday, April 22nd • Become a Partner in your Child’s Education Schoolfamily partnerships contribute to the academic achievement of all students. In this fun session you will become more aware of why you need to form equal and active partnerships with educators, and how to do it. Participants will also learn about the different types of family involvement and find out how family involvement, focused on academic achievement, helps children stay out of trouble, get better grades, and graduate. Thursday, April 29th • Making Special Education Work for You Ever wonder why you feel overwhelmed by your child's IEP meeting? Do you need more information about why evaluation is important and how to better participate in the development of your child's IEP? This workshop will teach you strategies for ensuring your child is fully participating in the school environment, getting the specially designed instruction they need, and give you a better understanding of the process for developing an IEP. Thursday, May 6th These workshops are taught by Education Ombudsmen who have extensive experience in K12 education, education law, and family involvement in education. To Register: Contact Toni Peycheff at toni.peycheff@gov.wa.gov or call us tollfree 18662972597. Please provide your name, public school/district your children attend, email address and phone number. For information and to find out more about OEO visit: www.waparentslearn.org News from the Arc of Snohomish County Arc September Calendar of Events September 4th - Mother’s Network 10 am-12pm. Mill Creek Foursquare Church . 1415 164th St. SW Lynnwood , WA 98087 . Limited childcare to RSVP contact Jessie Atkins Jessie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x105 September 7th - South County Parent Support Group - Back to School Discussion 7-8:30pm; Puget Sound Autism Service, 5105 200th Street SW, Suite 100 Lynnwood, WA 98036. To RSVP Contact Cynthia Allen-Weissinger cxa0833@yahoo.com September 10th - Mom and Me Group (for moms and their kids ages 0-5 yrs) 10am-12 pm. Meets at The Little Red Schoolhouse 14 East Casino Rd, Building C, Everett WA 98208 . For information contact Jessie Atkins at Jessie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x105 September 13th - Connecting Families; Joshua Brothers “Guardianship” 7-8:30pm. Held at The Arc office, for information contact Jessie Atkins at Jessie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x105 September 15th - Caregiver Support Group, The Legislative Impact on MPC and Caregivers 11am-12:30pm. Held at The Arc office, for information contact Jamie Coonts at Jamie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x104 September 16th - North County Parent Support Group; Back to School Discussion 6:30-8pm. Faith Lutheran Church . 1424 172nd St NE , Arlington , WA 98223 . For information Contact Marie Preftes Arenz at darrell86@netzero.com September 17th - Mom and Me Group (for moms and their kids ages 0-5 yrs) 10am-12pm. Meets at Sherwood Community Services- 402 91st Avenue , Lake Stevens WA 98258 . For information contact Jamie Coonts at Jamie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x104 September 17th – Padres Unidos(Parents United); A support group in Spanish for parents 6-8 pm. Meets at The Little Red Schoolhouse 14 East Casino Rd, Building A, Everett WA 98208. For information contact Jessie Atkins at Jessie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x105 September 19th - Lego Club 1-3pm. Meets across from the Arc offices at The Everett Firefighters Hall. 2411 Hewitt Ave Everett , WA 98201 . For information contact Tracie Diemert at Tracie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x111 September 20th - I C.A.N. Women’s Self-Advocacy Support Network- Bracelet Making & Building Relationships 5-6:30 pm. Held at The Arc office. RSVP required contact Corinna Fale at Corinna@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x103 September 23rd- Fathers Network 7-8:30pm Held at the Arc Office, for information contact Jeff Atkins at atkii913@yahoo.com (425)258-2459 x105 September 27th - SASSIE(Snohomish Autism Spectrum Support Information & Education) Larry Davis - Navigating the School System & IEP’s 7-8:30pm. Held at The Arc office, for information contact Tracie Diemert at Tracie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x111 September 28th - Men’s Self-Advocacy Networking Group- Staying Positive in the Job Search- 6-7:30 pm. Held at The Arc office. RSVP required contact Jamie Coonts at Jamie@arcsno.org (425)258-2459 x104
Other Community Resources & Events WA State Developmental Disabilities Council Seeking Input The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council is Seeking Public Input on 2012-2016 State Plan Priorities For information on this and other important topics, visit: Adult Sibling List-Serve The Washington State Adult Sibs yahoo group is a small but growing community of adult brothers and sisters of people with special health and developmental needs. By subscribing to WSAS members can: If you would like additional information about this online group or other adult sibling networking opportunities in the Anne Guthrie at anneguthrie@siblingsupport.org or Don Meyer at donmeyer@siblingsupport.org
New Website for College-bound Students with Disabilities
Office of the Education Ombudsman
The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council is in the process of developing its 2012-2016 State Plan and they want your opinion about their priorities and challenges. Please take a few minutes to answer a few questions on their web survey.
If you know others who are also interested in the issues facing people with developmental disabilities and their families in
Thank you for taking the time to help.
http://www.informingfamilies.org/
* connect with other adult siblings;
* seek and share information about local services; and
* advocate for services for our siblings, our families, and ourselves.
We have occasional BLUE MOON get-togethers that mix shared experiences, information, knowing laughs and maybe a glass of wine! (they're called Blue Moon events because that's how often they're offered!)
This is a warm, informative, and ever-growing group. We hope you will join us! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WashingtonStateAdultSibs/
SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY CHILDREN WITH ASPERGERS PARENT GROUP
Group meets twice monthly on the first and third Monday evenings from
Call Pam Graham at (425) 670-8984 x22 or email pgraham@lcsnw.org or visit www.familysupportcenter.net
http://www.going-to-college.org/
This new website has been developed to help high school students learn about living college life with a disability. The site provides video clips, activities, and resources that can help students get a head start in planning for college. Video interviews with college students with disabilities offer a way to hear firsthand from students with disabilities who have been successful. Modules include activities that will help students explore more about themselves, learn what to expect from college, and equip them with important considerations and tasks to complete when planning for college.
SibParent: Where parents of kids with special needs can talk about their “other” kids!
On the Internet, there are hundreds of listservs where parents can talk about their kids who have special needs. But there is only one listserv where parents can go to talk about their “other” kids! SibParent, sponsored by the Sibling Support Project, is a new, innovative listserv where parents can discuss the joys and concerns experienced by their typically developing children.
As many SibParent participants are also parents of kids who attend Sibshops, SibParent is also forum for parents who want to support the Sibshop movement. (And in case Sibshops are new to you, they’re lively peer support and education programs for school-age sibs. You can find much information about Sibshops at http://www.siblingsupport.org
Like the Sibling Support Project’s other listservs, SibParent is a warm, thoughtful community. If you’re a parent who’s concerned about the well being of all your kids, we hope you’ll join us!
SibParent is hosted by Andrea Congdon, a mom of children with and without special needs and a Sibshop provider and enthusiast. Don Meyer, director of the Sibling Support Project, hangs out on SibParent too!
Joining SibParent is easy and free: just visit http://www.siblingsupport.org or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SibParent/join
Don Meyer
Director, Sibling Support Project
A Kindering Center program
6512 23rd Ave NW, #213
Seattle, WA 98117
206-297-6368; Fax: 206-297-1473
donmeyer@siblingsupport.org
Sibling Support Project website: http://www.siblingsupport.org
Sibling Support Project online training calendar: http://plus.calendars.net/sibshop
Our brothers, Our sisters, Ourselves
The Advocate With Larry Davis Coming To (
The Advocate is a hands-on program providing listeners the necessary tools and guidance to develop successful advocacy strategies for their “special kids … special needs”. “The understanding that every child is a blessing guides our efforts where parents and educators stay true to this fundamental principle,” says Mr. Davis. Larry went on to say, “Our children need to be understood and appreciated for their gifts, talents, and contributions, rather than their shortcomings, deficits, and challenges alone; it’s not about fixing broken children anymore, it’s more about creating a new paradigm – a new perspective within a broken system. And I encourage everyone to tune in and join the discussion. The take-away of course, is information you can use, inspiration from others who have walked the uphill climb of special education, and knowing that there’s an entire community that understands and supports your efforts.” The program is specifically designed for parents and educators who walk the advocacy path addressing: ADD/ADHD, Autism, and a wide range of Learning Disabilities.
Larry Davis is the founder of Special Education Advocacy.org, and as an Educational Advocate since 1998, he has been helping parents navigate the school system; primarily addressing special education related issues by negotiating / mediating IEP & 504 Plans and consulting in gifted education. Mr. Davis works exclusively with parents across the country, who are ready & willing to take charge of their child's education plan. For more information, contact Larry Davis at (206) 914-0975 or go online to: www.SpecialEducationAdvocacy.org.