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Mamaroneck-Larchmont SEPTA ENews

December 14, 2012
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Tonight - PAPPAS Stress & Worry Program
Advocacy Workshops
Movie - Arthur Christmas
Septa Coffee
Save Date for Jan. Program
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Dear SEPTA Members & Friends,

 

As we near the holiday break, we hope your families are doing well and looking forward to some quality time. We are all thinking of the tragedy in Connecticut and know this affects all of us in different ways.  Our school staff will be there to support the students and please know that we are here to support you as well.

 

In this newsletter we share a number of upcoming events with you - including one tonight sponsored by PAPPAS, featuring Dr. Caren Baruch-Feldman.  

 

We wish you and your family a most enjoyable and relaxing holiday season.   

 

Does you have a question or SEPTA or a suggestion for information you would like to see in our newsletter or on our website?  Please let us know.

 

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SEPTA Co-Presidents 

Jill Gressin and Patty Wolff

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 Stress and Worry: What Every Parent Needs To Know    
 Presented by: Dr. Caren Baruch-Feldman
The presentation will focus on:

1. Gaining a Better Understanding of the Stress Faced by School Age Children

 
2. Coping Strategies Students Can Use to Better Deal with Stress

 

Monday, December 17, 2012 8:00PM 

Westchester Day School, Shul

 

 

Dr. Baruch-Feldman is a school psychologist in the Harrison School District. She also has a private practice specializing in childhood anxiety and behavioral disorders.   
This program is sponsored by Parents and Professionals Advocating for Students (PAPAS) and the Education Committee Present:PAPAS is dedicated to promoting a quality education that addresses the individual needs of every student.  

 

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Workshops by Student Advocacy Group

The Student Advocacy group is holding a series of workshops to assist parents in learning how to effectively advocate for their child.  Parents can learn about their role in the special education process, how to develop a transition plan for a teen with an IEP, what the new anti-bullying laws mean - and more! Most of the workshops are $25 but scholarships are available. There are held at Student Advocacy in Elmsford.  Register here. 

A Great Family Outing during the Holiday Break!!

ARTHUR CHRISTMAS

 

Wednesday, December 27th

10am (Doors open at 9:45am)


FOR A PRIVATE SHOWING

At Clearview Central Avenue (by Party City - Yonkers/Scarsdale)

$5.00 per ticket (Adults & Children!!)

Price Includes Popcorn & Drink!

Sensory Issues Addressed!! 

This showing is for all Regional SEPTA Members & their families!! Thank you for your support!!

Theater Rental provided by EASTCHESTER SEPTA

SEPTA Coffee - January 9th - at Nautilus Diner
 
Please come to our informal parent coffees: A Parent Networking Discussion Group will meet on Wed. Jan. 9th  at 9:15 a.m.at the Nautilus Diner on the Boston Post Road in Larchmont. If you have a question or concern about your child or just want to see friendly faces, please join us!  Our additional coffees will be held on:  2/6, 3/13, 4/10, and 5/8.
SEPTA & District Program - Save the Date - January 28th

SEPTA and the Mamaroneck School District will present a very important program - Managing Stress & Anxiety
Hommocks Library - 7:30pm 

This program is free and open to all.  Questions? Contact Amy Lieberman at dashdoar@gmail.com or Amanda Lapides at lapides2003@yahoo.com

 

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