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New President Elected to the Board of Directors |
On May 25th, The Arc held its annual membership dinner and elected a new President to the Board of Directors, Teresa Gardner-Williams. Teresa is the Volunteer Services and Community Partnerships Coordinator for Prince George's Parks and Recreation. She has enjoyed a long and distinguished career dedicated to volunteerism and nonprofit management. We welcome her warmly! Other Board Officers elected were Michael McLaughlin, Vice President; Karl Shipps, Treasurer; and Yvette Snowden, Secretary. Freda Perry and Brian Walsh were voted in for two-year terms as new directors, and outgoing members Maureen Blasko, Martin Lampe, Melanie Townshend, and Susan Vadala were honored for their service to the Board. Executive Director Mac Ramsey recognized Arc staff celebrating anniversaries from five to twenty-five years for their service and commitment to our mission. |
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Leadership Transitions at the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) |  Over the past few months, a number of changes have occurred within the leadership of the DDA. These include the following: - Michael Chapman resigned as Director this winter; Stephanie Garrity served as the Interim Director for the winter and spring. Having taken a leave of absence from her position as Health Officer in Cecil County, Stephanie recently returned to that position.
- Recruitment for a new Director at DDA is currently underway. Until the position is filled, Deputy Secretary Renata Henry will oversee daily operations.
- This spring, after a long and distinguished career of service, Audrey Cassidy, Deputy Director of DDA, retired. Audrey's devotion to the DDA and her institutional memory will be missed.
- Also this spring, John Whittle, Director of the Southern Regional Office of DDA, resigned from his position. Janice Stallworth, who has worked with our region for many years, has been named Acting Director of our Regional Office. We can be confident in Janice's leadership during the upcoming months of transition.
These changes have resulted in a slowing down of initiatives underway at DDA, as well as important pending decisions. We at The Arc are committed to keeping all of you informed of current updates and developments within the DDA. |
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The Arc of Maryland Names New Executive Director. | |
Kathryn "Kate" Fialkowski has been selected as Executive Director of The Arc Maryland beginning July 25, 2011. A search committee, comprised of Board members of The Arc, Executive Directors of Maryland Arc Chapters, other Developmental Disability professionals and self-advocates, conducted an extensive regional search. Fialkowski was selected from a large field of well qualified applicants. Click here to read more |
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The Results are In ... Tax Year 2010 Check Off | |
The total amount contributed to the Waiting List Equity Fund through the 2010 tax check off was $182,938. $26,147 was contributed by 1,771 folks from Prince George's County (second highest jurisdiction). Click here to see the state-wide results. This was the first year that the DD check-off was possible, as a result of passage during the 2010 session of the Maryland General Assembly. The total amount is quite strong, especially considering the current economic climate and its impact on Maryland residents. We ask all Arc members to begin thinking about strategies for the upcoming year: We can do better. Our success can have a great positive impact on those families and individuals who are eligible for funding and support through the Waiting List Equity Funds.
For more information on the Waiting List and End The Wait Now! Campaign, please click here. |
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Calling all volunteers, interns, and recreation fans! | |
The Arc's volunteer/intern program is up and running at full speed. We are pleased to announce that Stacey Wachter has joined The Arc as Program Administrator for Recreation and Volunteer Management. Stacey recently graduated with a Master's in Human Service Management from McDaniel College, and is ready to transform our volunteer and recreation programs. If you are interested in volunteering or interning at The Arc, please contact Stacey at swachter@thearcofpgc.org or 301-925-7050. Look for Out on the Town and other recreational opportunities in upcoming emails! |
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Thank You, Employers. | |
 Last month, The Arc's Employment Services Division hosted an Employer Appreciation Breakfast to thank the 43 employers who work with the people we support. An award for the longest individual work site was given to the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, which has employed for the past 20 years a gentleman The Arc supports. An award for the newest employment relationship was given to Ticket Master at Arena Drive. If you are interested in employing people with disabilities, please contact Deborah Goins at dgoins@thearcofpgc.org or 240-289-0115, ext. 226.
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Attention Arc Families: |
As a family member of a person served by The Arc, you can ensure that all our programs continue to operate at the level of quality we expect and remain fully staffed. The easiest way to do this is to participate in the family pledge program. Watch your mail for information about how you can participate. It is as easy as filling out your pledge card and selecting the most convenient giving plan for you. We appreciate every gift! Please help us continue to fulfill our mission of offering a lifetime of support, understanding, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Contact Jessica Neely at jneely@thearcofpgc.org or 301-925-7050, ext. 256 for more information.
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Upcoming workshops and events: |
Sign Language Class
Prince George's Child Resource Center Family Festival
UMD Motor Development Lab: Parent Training Future Planning: Pooled Special Needs Trusts June 14th. Click here for more information. American Society for Deaf Children: Annual Conference June 22nd - 26th. Click here for more information. Creating a Roadmap: What do people with developmental disabilities need and how do we get there? June 28th. Click here for more information. |
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Two Super Sales at The Arc Thrift Store this June! 
50% off all clothing purchased on Tuesdays.
Buy any summer clothing item, get a pair of shoes 50% off!
Cannot be combined with any other offer. Present Coupon for discount. Coupon cannot be exchanged for cash. Offer expires June 30, 2011. All proceeds go to support programs for people with developmental disabilities. | |
The Arc Thrift Store
11000 Baltimore Ave., Beltsville, MD 301-572-4241
Open M-F 10 am - 8 pm, Sat 10 am - 6 pm, Sun 12 pm - 5 pm |
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The Arc is a great place to work! |
Our latest listing of employment opportunities can be found by clicking here. Please share this listing with your family and friends!
Arc Notes is a publication for members and supporters of The Arc of Prince George's County who have provided us with their e-mail address. Please feel free to give us feedback by replying to this e-mail.
The Arc of Prince George's County is a nonpartisan organization that neither supports nor opposes any political party or candidate for office.
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Mac Ramsey
Executive Director
The Arc of Prince George's County |
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