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PAVE PIPELINE
March 2011 to June 2011, Vol. 1, Issue 4 |
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Parents Welcome to the Infant and Early Childhood Conference
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This statewide conference attracts more
than 1,000 participants, including parents, special educators, paraprofessionals,
service providers in developmental and neuro-developmental centers, Head
Start and Early Head Start staff, agencies and others interested in young children with special needs. The three-day conference is a blend of national
keynote speakers, more than 60 workshops, and extensive exhibits.
The IECC will be held May 4-6th at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.
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Does Autism Effect Your Life?
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As you are likely aware, the number of individuals being diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased dramatically over the past several years. A coalition of service providers, advocates, and community members has been formed. The South Sound Autism Partnership is asking you to complete a short survey to help us determine: The South Sound Autism Partnership is asking those who are affected by ASD who live in Pierce, King, Thurston or Kitsap Counties of Washington to complete a short survey to help us determine:1. What issues are most important to you or your family member with ASD at this time? 2. What are the greatest barriers to you or your family member receiving appropriate services? 3. What activities could the Partnership do that would provide the most benefit to the South Sound ASD community? Take the Survey Now! 
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Greetings!
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PAVE's new vision comes to life in artic les included
in this edition. PAVE envisions...
An inclusive world that values diversity, culture and each individuals a full and equal member of the community.
In one article an author illuminated our hope and inspiration at PAVE when she referred to one particular program, Community Inclusion when she wrote "to make everyone feel welcome and to embrace the inner person for who they truly are." The best part of her perspective is she is our future and she and her peers hold the promise of why we exist today. Step by step, sometimes breath by breath we are working together to "be the change we want to see in the world" as Gandhi proclaims.
Please join with us and continue to spread the word of the events, trainings, information and resources for families, parents, coworkers, friends and neighbors! We invite you to let us know of topics for articles and/or information you would like to see covered in the Pipeline. You can do so by calling the office (800-572-7368) or emailing us at pave@wapave.org and if you can add Pipeline in the subject line that would sure help us.
Tracy Kahlo,
Executive Director
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Preparing for an End of the Year IEP
|  An IEP is one of the most important meetings parents,
students and teachers have during a school year. In order to
prepare for an IEP there are several steps the team can take to ensure that all aspects of the student's academic life are being
considered.
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New: Mental Health Supports with
Family Network Grant
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 PAVE is thrilled to be a part of the new Family Network Support and Capacity Building grant awarded by the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR). The intent of the grant is to provide capacity building in outlying areas of the State for families of children with mental illness. The grant is designed to develop a network of support for families of children with mental illness throughout the State and funnel feedback from families to the DBHR and our legislature about their needs in the community.
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Keys to Inclusion
|  Last October the youth of PAVE's Community Inclusion Program got the chance to experience Kids Included Together's (KIT) Annual Conference in San Diego, CA. The six youth learned about natural friendships, inclusion, facilitating friendship, and more. Each youth brought something back with them that they will embark a new life with. Because of the youth's inspiration throughout the trip, we wanted to share it with the world. We asked Suzanne Stoltz of KIT to write an article better explaining the inclusion process and how KIT works as an organization.
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Bullying: A Youth's Perspective
|  The toll bullying has taken on America's youth has
recently been escalating. Kids and teens are miserable
because of the bullies creating a nightmare in the daily
routines for many children and teens in our communities.
Whether it's straight harassment, name-calling, making fun of
someone, physical abuse (fighting, hitting, and kicking), if it
hurts someone -physically and/or emotionally- it's BULLYING.
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A Family's Journey With Autism
|  As a single mother of three boys, two of whom are disabled, I do not take the terms "family-centered
services" or "community partnership" lightly. Over the last nine years, a partnership has been evolving between my family, (Hunter, age 16, Julian, age 9 and Christian
(2003-2007), and dedicated individuals from varying disciplines -- ranging from health care and physical therapy professionals, special education programs and community-based as well as state social service agencies and support groups.
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New "Tap to Talk" Free Application Goes Viral!
|  Communication devices can be so expensive. They can also draw unwanted attention to your child. Ever wonder why they can't make a device that is reasonably priced and your child would be happy to carry around? TapToTalk isn't a communication device, but it is the next best thing. It is a communication software program that turns an iPad™, iPhone®, iPod touch®, Android™ device, Nintendo DSi, DSi XL, DS Lite, DS, Windows or Macintosh computer into an affordable, portable, customizable, socially acceptable assistive and augmentative communication (AAC) device. Read More On This Article |
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Get Involved with Response to Intervention
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Many individuals have not been introduced to the process local school districts are calling Response to Intervention (RTI). The widespread nature and successes of this process should not only be acknowledged, but celebrated as well. Parents should become familiar with their local school districts RTI processes and how it is affecting their child in a positive way. Knowing more about RTI can help parents be better advocates for their child. The following article will explain Response to Intervention and provide examples of how parents can become more involved not only in RTI, but in their child's education as well.
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Times Are Changing...
Current Legislative Issues
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 While this title might lead you to believe I am sharing an old song with you, the reality is far from that. The times are changing at both the State and Federal level regarding funding and services for people of all ages who have disabilities. While things are still influx it isn't too soon to share some of the realities as they currently stand.
Both the State and Federal government are facing unprecedented deficits. This has required a new frame of thought as Legislators have begun discussions on how to balance the budgets while not impacting negatively on certain programs within the Department of Defense or Department of Education. However, cuts are impacting on the infrastructure that supports those programs which have not seen cuts thus far.
Read More On This Article For families who would like to know more about what is happening at the State and Federal level from the perspective of parents the following link to an interesting e-newsletter may be something you would want to subscribe to: http://www.childrensalliance.org |
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We're Glad You Asked...
|  My son is in a life skills classroom at a middle school. He has severe health issues and I am very concerned that he be appropriately dressed for his bus ride home especially during this cold weather. It seems that lately he is arriving home with no hat, coat not zipped and the covering over his legs not properly adjusted. I have asked the bus driver if he is getting on the bus in this condition. She has suggested I talk to his teacher. I don't know if this is something I can put into his
IEP or not. What would you suggest?
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From The PAVE Staff:
360 Military Family Program - Jill McCormick, Candy Reyes, Stacey Luffy
Administration - Tracy Kahlo, Heather Hebdon, Elma Rounds, Sandy Trujillo, Kady Duggan
Community Inclusion Program - Michele Lehosky, Susan Jackson, Sarah Miller
Dads Supporting Dads - Michele Lehosky
Early Support for Infant and Toddler Program - Debbie Jackson
Family to Family Health and Information Center - Julie Finholm
Parent To Parent of Pierce County - Michele Lehosky, Susan Jackson
Parent Training and Information Program - Vicky McKinney, Vanessa Lewis, Debbie Snyder,
Sherry Mashburn, Anita Partida, Jeanette Stonecipher, Rhonda Smith, Tiea Tobey, Pat Barkley
Person Centered Planning - Michele Lehosky
Response To Intervention Program - Michaela Duggan
Specialized Training of Military Parents - Heather Hebdon, Adriana Martinez,
Kate Mason, Valerie Patterson, Brianna Ybarra
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