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Brooklyn Autism Center Newsletter July 2010
Greetings!

We hope you and your family are having a great summer and keeping cool! As we head in to the fall of our fourth BAC school year, we wanted to let you know what will be happening at the BAC after the summer break in August:

  • On August 30th, BAC staff will return for a week of intensive training. During this time, all staff members will be re-certified in CPR and receive PMT (Physical and Pyschological Management Training).

  • On September 7th, students return to school. This school year will consist of 207 school days, 6 more days of instruction than last year!

  • BAC Friends, our free, twice-a-week, after-school peer socialization program will resume in October. BAC instructors Joe and Lhea will continue to plan fun, educational activities for BAC students and typical peer volunteers on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
In This Issue
BAC Tech: Smart Board Donation
New Park at Pier 6
Brooklyn Bridge Walk Recap
BAC Tech: Smart Board Donation
The BAC has gotten a big upgrade in the technology department, thanks to a generous donor! During our fund-raising campaign this summer, a Smart Board was anonymously donated to the BAC. The Smart Board allows for interactive displays using computer input. Next week, BAC staff will participate in a two hour training session next week to learn how to use the  device. 
New Park at Pier 6
Pier 6 Sprinkler ParkA wonderful new park has recently opened near the BAC! The Brooklyn Bridge Park at Pier 6 is on the waterfront, a short walk away from the school. The park features a water play area with sprinklers, as well as a playground with swings and slides. We are excited to have this great new space to enjoy this summer! 



Thanks for reading this newsletter! We are looking forward to another great school year. Please continue to help us thrive by spreading the word about the BAC to your friends, families, and people you meet in the autism community!


Sincerely,
 

Sydnee Jorgl
Jaime Nicklas
Laura Vert

Brooklyn Autism Center
Brooklyn Bridge Walk Recap

Thanks to everyone who came out to support the BAC on our students' journey across the Brooklyn Bridge on June 30th!

The weather was perfect and our group looked great in matching BAC t-shirts.

This beautiful and delicious cake was donated for the event by professional baker Hillary Assael.

BAC Cake
 
 We are working on a video recap of the event, and we will send it out soon to everyone who supported us during this fundraiser!
Upcoming Events and Important Dates
August 16 -27 - School Closed for Summer Break
Aug 30 - Sept 3
- Staff Training Week
Sept 6
- Labor Day
Sept 7 - School resumes for students
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BAC walkers stop for a picture on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Brooklyn Bridge Group

Relaxing and enjoying a picnic in the park after the walk.
Picnic