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October is National Bullying Prevention Month
In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month, PACER center is sponsoring events to bring attention to the issues around bullying.
Join the movement to "Make it orange and make it end!" and unite against bullying. Make your color orange on Unity Day, Wednesday, Oct. 12. That's the day everyone can link together-in schools, communities and online-and send a message of support to students who have experienced bullying. Students can unite against bullying on Unity Day by wearing the color orange, using the resources on PACER.org/bullying, handing out orange "UNITY" ribbons at school, or writing the word "UNITY" on their hands or binders. Facebook is partnering with PACER by posting information about PACER activities on its safety, educator, and privacy pages during October.
Oct. 26, Unity Dance Day
On Wednesday, Oct. 26, people everywhere can come together in song and dance to raise awareness for bullying prevention by organizing a Unity Dance Day. Schools and community organizations can find everything they need to plan a Unity Dance Day in PACER's online toolkit. The toolkit includes the designated song for the dance, the choreographed dance moves, and additional materials and resources.
For more information on these events and bullying prevention visit the PACER website.
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ADHD Awareness Week October 16 - 22, 2011
The ADHD Awareness Coalition has announced the dates for the 2011 ADHD Awareness Week as October 16 - 22. The theme of this year's activities will be "ADHD. Get the Facts." Four to 7 million children (5-9% of the population) and 9 to 13 million adults (4-6% of the population) in the U.S. have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
People with ADHD can be very successful in life. But without appropriate identification and treatment, ADHD can have serious consequences, including school failure, depression, conduct disorder, failed relationships, and substance abuse. Early identification and treatment are extremely important.
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New Guide for Families of Infants and Toddlers
Welcome to EZ AT II, a guide for parents and professionals who want to help infants and toddlers with disabilities partici-
pate more fully in daily activities. This guide shows how using simple assistive technology (AT) can help children with disabilities from birth to age 3 reach that goal.
AT refers to a wide range of products, devices and strategies that help increase or improve a person's ability to
participate in life activities such as playing, reading, communicating, etc. AT opens doors of possibilities and can
help infants and toddlers develop important developmental and early learning skills.
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Bullying and Your Child's Individual Education Program
Although they may be targets, children who are bullied do not have to remain victims. With the appropriate tools and support systems in place, a child can be a part of changing the situation. One critical tool available to parents is the Individualized Education Program or IEP.
A child's team - parents, educators, therapists and/or psychologists and school officials - should work together to make the IEP reflect the child's unique needs. To find out more visit the Peak Parent Center website.
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Adolescent Transition Series
The Adolescent Transition Lecture Series is preparing for a season of events that will include live lunchtime web conferences as well as evening workshops taking place in the Bowles Board Room at Kennedy Krieger Institute's Greenspring Campus. Events are free.
Mental Health Issues in Transitioning Youth
Trish Shepley, MSW, LCSW, Manager of Clinical Social Work, Kennedy Krieger Institute
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
1:00pm - 2:00pm.
Sexual and Reproductive Health in Transitioning Youth
Barbara Obst, RN, Project Coordinator of SHNIC at Kennedy Krieger Institute
Wednesday, November 16
12:00pm - 1:00pm
To register, contact the Resource Finder: 1-800-390-3372 or resourcefinder@kennedykrieger.org. |
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Free Webinars from the Association of University Centers of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
AUCD offers many webinars of interest to families. These webinars are also made available on line after their original webcast. To register for the following webinars and browse past webcasts, visit the AUCD website.
Transitioning Youth and Young Adults from Pediatric to Adult Health Care Systems
October 15, 2011
12:00-1:00pm
Inclusive Nutrition and Physical Activity Programs
October 18, 2011
1:00-2:00pm |
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Disability Mentoring Day October 19, 2011
Organized by the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) is a program that connects nationally nearly 20,000 students and jobseekers with all types of disabilities to thousands of employers each year and currently takes place in more than 300 locations in every US State and Territory. This year, DMD falls on October 19, but many schools and programs participate throughout the month of October. DMD promotes career development for students and jobseekers with disabilities through hands-on career exploration, on-site job shadowing, and ongoing mentoring leading to internship and employment opportunities. To learn about how to participate and connect to AAPD's national DMD employer sponsors, visit www.disabilitymentor.net.
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Save These Dates!
Parent Resource Center
Towson, MD October 24-27, 2011 Baltimore, MD November 5, 2011
1:00-4:00pm
Towson, MD
November 5, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Baltimore, MD Check the PPMD online calendar for time, location, and registration information for these and many other training opportunities. www.calendarwiz.com/ppmd |
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Maryland Youth Leadership Forum 2012
Youth with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the 2012 Youth Leadership Forum. This unique program helps young people develop self-advocacy skills and learn the political process. Click here for more information. |
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Maryland Department of Education Bullying Information
The MSDE website offers bullying resources including information on what to do if your child is bullied or harrassed. The site includes the reporting form that should be completed every time a student is bullied or harrassed and tells how you can complete the form yourself.
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Healthy Smiles Dental Guide
New guide offers advice on dental health for families of children with autism and other disabilites. This is published by the University of Maryland Dental School and the National Museum of Dentistry. Download the guide for free.
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PPMD Training and Workshops
The Parents' Place presents a variety of workshops, seminars, and training programs for parents. Topics include special education, health care advocacy and information, and parent leadership. Check our online calendar regularly for a listing and description of our training programs. |
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