Miss Special Needs Pageant
December 4th
A Victorian Country Christmas
Puyallup Fair Grounds
Contestants must be between the ages of 13-18 and be accompanied (to participate in the pageant) by her mother or female guardian. Contestants (ages 13-18) must have received a medical diagnoses in order to compete. "Special needs" refers to an individual that requires therapies and/or accommodations to complete or fully participate in one or more activities in a typical manner.
The purpose of the Miss Special Needs Pageant is to create a public awareness of many different disabilities, while giving these very special young ladies a venue to share their talents and SHINE!
For more information, contact Sharon at missspecialneeds@aol.com or visist www.missspecialneeds.com.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
FEAT of Washington Reach for the Stars Community Awards Luncheon
From FEAT Washington:
We are recognizing outstanding individuals and businesses in the autism community at our Reach for the Stars Community Awards luncheon. This event recognizes the exceptional effort and dedication of individuals and agencies in our local community who are working to further the cause of autism awareness and effective treatment through business leadership and community contribution.
Awards will be presented in several categories:
-educator
-treatment provider
-community advocate
-corporate supporter
-employee/employer
Thursday, October 28th from 11:30am – 1:30pmHyatt Regency BellevueRSVP at http://featwa.pingg.com/awardsluncheon
We are recognizing outstanding individuals and businesses in the autism community at our Reach for the Stars Community Awards luncheon. This event recognizes the exceptional effort and dedication of individuals and agencies in our local community who are working to further the cause of autism awareness and effective treatment through business leadership and community contribution.
Awards will be presented in several categories:
-educator
-treatment provider
-community advocate
-corporate supporter
-employee/employer
Thursday, October 28th from 11:30am – 1:30pmHyatt Regency BellevueRSVP at http://featwa.pingg.com/awardsluncheon
School Year Playgroup For Special Needs Kids and Their Families
School Year Play Group
Who: Everyone is welcome but this group is especially for special needs kids and their families.
What: A chance for kids to play together and parents to talk about what is and isn’t working for our kids.
Gross Motor area
Separate area for babies and less mobile children
Sensory Station
Crafts
When: 10am- 11:30am every other Friday this school year.(Oct 8/22/29, Nov 12, Dec 10/17)
For more information and to get the address, please contact Bethany Lambert at bethanyjlambert@yahoo.com or 253-651-0148.
Who: Everyone is welcome but this group is especially for special needs kids and their families.
What: A chance for kids to play together and parents to talk about what is and isn’t working for our kids.
Gross Motor area
Separate area for babies and less mobile children
Sensory Station
Crafts
When: 10am- 11:30am every other Friday this school year.(Oct 8/22/29, Nov 12, Dec 10/17)
For more information and to get the address, please contact Bethany Lambert at bethanyjlambert@yahoo.com or 253-651-0148.
Fall Fest - Free Event for All Ages and Abilities
Fall Fest - A FREE Event for All Ages and Abilities
Saturday, October 2nd, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Eatonville High School
• “EATIN' IN EATONVILLE” a sampling of foods from area restaurants similar to “Taste of Tacoma”
• "Dinner for Two" Door Prizes!
• Over 35 Resource booths to educate about available disability resources in our community
• Entertainment starting at 1:00 PM
• Education and Fun Games to enhance ability awareness to focus on what people can do, rather than on what they can’t do.
• Bouncy houses, Petting Zoo, Clown "Snicker-Doodle”, crafts and coloring contest for kids
• Eatonville Dance Center Dance Clinic
• "Harvest Sharing" sponsored by Mountain Community Co-op - Bring two bags of your harvest crop, take a bag home and leave one to share for Eatonville Food Bank
• Please bring: Food for Eatonville Food Bank, Eye glasses for Eatonville Lions Club, Used medical equipment and wheelchairs, Clean and unused medical supplies
For more information, contact Tina Schmidt at 360-832-4400 or Cristin Blaskowitz, ESD SS Director, at 360-879-1800.
Saturday, October 2nd, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Eatonville High School
• “EATIN' IN EATONVILLE” a sampling of foods from area restaurants similar to “Taste of Tacoma”
• "Dinner for Two" Door Prizes!
• Over 35 Resource booths to educate about available disability resources in our community
• Entertainment starting at 1:00 PM
• Education and Fun Games to enhance ability awareness to focus on what people can do, rather than on what they can’t do.
• Bouncy houses, Petting Zoo, Clown "Snicker-Doodle”, crafts and coloring contest for kids
• Eatonville Dance Center Dance Clinic
• "Harvest Sharing" sponsored by Mountain Community Co-op - Bring two bags of your harvest crop, take a bag home and leave one to share for Eatonville Food Bank
• Please bring: Food for Eatonville Food Bank, Eye glasses for Eatonville Lions Club, Used medical equipment and wheelchairs, Clean and unused medical supplies
For more information, contact Tina Schmidt at 360-832-4400 or Cristin Blaskowitz, ESD SS Director, at 360-879-1800.
Navigating Adolescence
At Good Samaritan CTU:
Navigating Adolescence
October 16, 2010
We received a grant to cover the cost of this class, so this class is Free -(You must sign up, space is limited)
Clock Hours available for $10 - 6 Clock Hours (.6 CEUs)
For more information, contact Normajean McClure at: 253-697-5225 or normajean.mcclure@goodsamhealth.org
Navigating Adolescence
October 16, 2010
We received a grant to cover the cost of this class, so this class is Free -(You must sign up, space is limited)
Clock Hours available for $10 - 6 Clock Hours (.6 CEUs)
For more information, contact Normajean McClure at: 253-697-5225 or normajean.mcclure@goodsamhealth.org
Sensory Processing & Integration
At Good Samaritan CTU:
Sensory Processing/Integration
October 2 & 3, 2010
Professionals: $335 – 14 clock hours (1.4 CEUs)
Parents $160(Scholarships available to parents if needed)
For more information, contact Normajean McClure at: 253-697-5225 or normajean.mcclure@goodsamhealth.org
Sensory Processing/Integration
October 2 & 3, 2010
Professionals: $335 – 14 clock hours (1.4 CEUs)
Parents $160(Scholarships available to parents if needed)
For more information, contact Normajean McClure at: 253-697-5225 or normajean.mcclure@goodsamhealth.org
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Parent Tips: How to Further Speech Goals at Home
Please join us for the October SPECIAL Families of Pierce County meeting!
Topic: Parent Tips: How to further speech goals at home
Speaker: Paula Beckett-Herrington, Clinic Director of CLASS, Inc. in Federal Way
Where: Pierce County Library Processing & Administration Center3005 112th St E., Tacoma (at 112th and Waller Rd, just off Hwy 512, Portland Ave exit)
When: Monday, October 4thTime: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
There will be selected lending library resources available for check out, and new attendees receive a valuable binder of information for free (until they are gone). Professionals and other interested parties are welcome to attend. Childcare is not available.
Topic: Parent Tips: How to further speech goals at home
Speaker: Paula Beckett-Herrington, Clinic Director of CLASS, Inc. in Federal Way
Where: Pierce County Library Processing & Administration Center3005 112th St E., Tacoma (at 112th and Waller Rd, just off Hwy 512, Portland Ave exit)
When: Monday, October 4thTime: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
There will be selected lending library resources available for check out, and new attendees receive a valuable binder of information for free (until they are gone). Professionals and other interested parties are welcome to attend. Childcare is not available.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Homeschooling Struggling Learners e-event
Homeschooling Struggling Learners
Sept. 28, 9PM
Oct. 26, 9PM
Is homeschooling a viable option for special needs kids? Are there particular teaching strategies that really work? How can you tell which curriculum is best for the challenges your child faces?
We want to answer your questions with two great @home e-vents crafted especially with you in mind! Faith Berens, one of HSLDA’s special needs coordinators, will present two online workshops on how to home educate your child with learning challenges.
In “Homeschooling Struggling Learners: Yes, You Can Do It!” Faith will offer tips on how to begin or continue homeschooling your struggling learner. In addition, she will provide you with information on the steps you should take to ensure that you are legally protected as a homeschooler with a special needs child. Mark Tuesday, September 28, @ 9:00 p.m. ET on your calendar and come find out how hundreds of other parents of struggling learners are teaching their kids at home!
Faith will join us again on Tuesday, October 26, @ 9:00 p.m. ET to share more about the everyday tactics and tools you need to teach your struggling learner at home. Amid a sea of curricula, learn how to find the one that is right for your child. And because teaching a special needs child requires extra steps, gain insight from someone who has developed teaching techniques based on years of experience. “The Nuts and Bolts of Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner” will leave you encouraged as well as informed.
Attending the first e-vent is not required in order to attend the second; however, we strongly encourage you to attend both to gain maximum insight about how to best educate your child.
If you can’t attend the e-vent live, don’t worry! All of our events are recorded and available to view at your convenience within a few days following the live session. If you purchase the live e-vent, you will be able to view the recording at no extra charge for 30 days. You will receive a link for the archive in your account purchase history a few days following the live e-vent.
Don’t miss these exciting e-vents—sign up now to reserve your “seat”! Register now >>. If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent team at Athome@hslda.org.
Sept. 28, 9PM
Oct. 26, 9PM
Is homeschooling a viable option for special needs kids? Are there particular teaching strategies that really work? How can you tell which curriculum is best for the challenges your child faces?
We want to answer your questions with two great @home e-vents crafted especially with you in mind! Faith Berens, one of HSLDA’s special needs coordinators, will present two online workshops on how to home educate your child with learning challenges.
In “Homeschooling Struggling Learners: Yes, You Can Do It!” Faith will offer tips on how to begin or continue homeschooling your struggling learner. In addition, she will provide you with information on the steps you should take to ensure that you are legally protected as a homeschooler with a special needs child. Mark Tuesday, September 28, @ 9:00 p.m. ET on your calendar and come find out how hundreds of other parents of struggling learners are teaching their kids at home!
Faith will join us again on Tuesday, October 26, @ 9:00 p.m. ET to share more about the everyday tactics and tools you need to teach your struggling learner at home. Amid a sea of curricula, learn how to find the one that is right for your child. And because teaching a special needs child requires extra steps, gain insight from someone who has developed teaching techniques based on years of experience. “The Nuts and Bolts of Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner” will leave you encouraged as well as informed.
Attending the first e-vent is not required in order to attend the second; however, we strongly encourage you to attend both to gain maximum insight about how to best educate your child.
If you can’t attend the e-vent live, don’t worry! All of our events are recorded and available to view at your convenience within a few days following the live session. If you purchase the live e-vent, you will be able to view the recording at no extra charge for 30 days. You will receive a link for the archive in your account purchase history a few days following the live e-vent.
Don’t miss these exciting e-vents—sign up now to reserve your “seat”! Register now >>. If you have any questions, please contact the @home e-vent team at Athome@hslda.org.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Wrightslaw Training Program
Attend a Wrightslaw Training Program
Don't miss an opportunity to attend a Special Education Law and Advocacy program that focuses on:
Find a Wrightslaw training program in your area.
Here's the Fall Schedule.
Wrightslaw Multimedia Training programs on CD-ROM are available 24/7 - wherever you live, whenever you want.
Don't miss an opportunity to attend a Special Education Law and Advocacy program that focuses on:
Special education law, rights and responsibilities- Tests and measurements to measure progress & regression
- SMART IEPs
Introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy
Find a Wrightslaw training program in your area.
Here's the Fall Schedule.
Wrightslaw Multimedia Training programs on CD-ROM are available 24/7 - wherever you live, whenever you want.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Down Syndrome Family Fun Day
Friends Of Western Washington
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Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 25, 2010
12:00pm
Double 4 Tree Farm
4217 72nd St East, Tacoma, WA 98443
Ø This is an informal event with the simple goal of connecting families in the Down Syndrome Community.
Ø This is a potluck so bring a dish to share and a cooler with drinks for your family. You can also bring any outdoor games your kids would like to share with their new friends.
Ø The use of this venue has been donated by Bob and Jan Moore. There is a large covered area with tables and chairs in case of rain. There is also a grass area where we can set up games and kids can play.
Ø If you have any questions contact Shannon French at (253) 224-0397.
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Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 25, 2010
12:00pm
Double 4 Tree Farm
4217 72nd St East, Tacoma, WA 98443
Ø This is an informal event with the simple goal of connecting families in the Down Syndrome Community.
Ø This is a potluck so bring a dish to share and a cooler with drinks for your family. You can also bring any outdoor games your kids would like to share with their new friends.
Ø The use of this venue has been donated by Bob and Jan Moore. There is a large covered area with tables and chairs in case of rain. There is also a grass area where we can set up games and kids can play.
Ø If you have any questions contact Shannon French at (253) 224-0397.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Harvest Party on Halloween Day for Children with Autism
OCTOBER - HARVEST PARTY ON HALLOWEEN DAY,
OCTOBER 31
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS SOON
This family event will be attended by Western Washington families who have children with autism and their friends. The event will provide a safe and fun Trick-or-Treat and Harvest Party for children affected by autism and is a fundraiser to help TACA continue to provide important services to families affected by autism at no cost.
The event will feature: Gluten-Free Casein-Free Trick-or-Treating
Gluten-Free Casein-Free + SCD Cupcake Walk
Crafts
Pumpkin painting
Hay RidesFace painting
Cupcake Walk
Petting Farm
Hay Maze
Fire Truck
NEW THIS YEAR: Bouncy house!•Silent Auction for great items and servicesThis event will happen rain or shine - activities and Trick-or-Treating will be under cover inside a large barn at the farm. Gluten-/Casein- free treat options will be provided.READ ABOUT LAST YEAR'S EVENT:http://meetup. talkaboutcuringa utism.org/ events/harvest- party/2009- harvest-party- wrap-up.htm
OCTOBER 31
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS SOON
This family event will be attended by Western Washington families who have children with autism and their friends. The event will provide a safe and fun Trick-or-Treat and Harvest Party for children affected by autism and is a fundraiser to help TACA continue to provide important services to families affected by autism at no cost.
The event will feature: Gluten-Free Casein-Free Trick-or-Treating
Gluten-Free Casein-Free + SCD Cupcake Walk
Crafts
Pumpkin painting
Hay RidesFace painting
Cupcake Walk
Petting Farm
Hay Maze
Fire Truck
NEW THIS YEAR: Bouncy house!•Silent Auction for great items and servicesThis event will happen rain or shine - activities and Trick-or-Treating will be under cover inside a large barn at the farm. Gluten-/Casein- free treat options will be provided.READ ABOUT LAST YEAR'S EVENT:http://meetup. talkaboutcuringa utism.org/ events/harvest- party/2009- harvest-party- wrap-up.htm
TACA Meeting - Improving Sensory Integration
SEPTEMBER MEETING - IMPROVING SENSORY INTEGRATION PLUS: FREE COPIES OF JODI PICCOULT'S 'HOUSE RULES' + LUCY'S COOKIES
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 18th
Location: Building E Auditorium, South Campus, Bates Technical College, 2201 South 78th Street, Tacoma, WA
Christopher Heistand CCC-SLP, SLP & Renae Lewandowski, OTR/L
Effective Strategies for Improving Sensory Integration10 a.m. Sat., Sep 18th at South Campus of Bates Tech College, Tacoma
Join us as Christopher & Renae offer effective tips & strategies for addressing speech challenges, sensory processing disorders & sensory based feeding difficulties. Thanks to a generous donation, we'll be giving away hardcover copies of Jodi Picoult's House Rules (fiction - about a teenage boy with Asperger's Syndrome) and a box of Lucy's Gluten-free cookies to the first 30 families who arrive at our September TACA meeting - don't miss out!
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 18th
Location: Building E Auditorium, South Campus, Bates Technical College, 2201 South 78th Street, Tacoma, WA
Christopher Heistand CCC-SLP, SLP & Renae Lewandowski, OTR/L
Effective Strategies for Improving Sensory Integration10 a.m. Sat., Sep 18th at South Campus of Bates Tech College, Tacoma
Join us as Christopher & Renae offer effective tips & strategies for addressing speech challenges, sensory processing disorders & sensory based feeding difficulties. Thanks to a generous donation, we'll be giving away hardcover copies of Jodi Picoult's House Rules (fiction - about a teenage boy with Asperger's Syndrome) and a box of Lucy's Gluten-free cookies to the first 30 families who arrive at our September TACA meeting - don't miss out!
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Gluten Free Support Meeting Gig Harbor
GLUTEN FREE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15TH
Peninsula Retirement Gig Harbor
6:00
Join us for a night of fun and sampling
Granny LaLa's bakery will be offerings samples of
GF, dairy, egg, soy, nut, peanut and corn free
goodies baked in a dedicated facility!
Bring your check book or cash as she will
have product available for sale through Harbor Green's
Lorri Jones from Blazing Onion
will be there to introduce their new GF menu
Metagenics protein bars will be available for sampling
they are the yummy with 20 grams of protein and a net carb of 3
Bring a friend this will be a casual night of sharing and getting
to know some of the newer members of the group!
See you then,
Gay McCray
(253) 851-4610
Facebook: Gig Harbor Gluten Free
Be our friend
SEPTEMBER 15TH
Peninsula Retirement Gig Harbor
6:00
Join us for a night of fun and sampling
Granny LaLa's bakery will be offerings samples of
GF, dairy, egg, soy, nut, peanut and corn free
goodies baked in a dedicated facility!
Bring your check book or cash as she will
have product available for sale through Harbor Green's
Lorri Jones from Blazing Onion
will be there to introduce their new GF menu
Metagenics protein bars will be available for sampling
they are the yummy with 20 grams of protein and a net carb of 3
Bring a friend this will be a casual night of sharing and getting
to know some of the newer members of the group!
See you then,
Gay McCray
(253) 851-4610
Facebook: Gig Harbor Gluten Free
Be our friend
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
New Award to recognize Disability Advocate of the Year - Nominations being accepted
The City of Tacoma’s Commission on Disabilities has created a new award to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of disabilities. Nominations are being solicited for this prestigious award. The deadline is September 19, 2010 at 5 pm. a
Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The 10 Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award seeks to recognize and honor the contribution of advocates who, through their work in the community, have made outstanding efforts to increase the awareness of disability issues in the general community, to work towards the removal of both physical and bias related barriers for people with disabilities, and to speak for and represent those who cannot represent themselves.
There are two award categories.
1. Volunteer Advocate - recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual dedicated to improving conditions and opportunities in the community for individuals with disabilities. They should be a positive role model whose actions encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
2. Professional Advocate - recognizes the outstanding work in the community by an individual employed in a role that improves conditions and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their actions should positively impact their organization and the clients they serve.
Expectations of Recipients:
• Contribution and/or activity must have been performed in the Greater Tacoma
area for a minimum of one calendar year.
• Award recipients will be asked to attend a recognition event during Disability Awareness month in October.
• Award recipients may be asked to do media interviews.
A nominee is not eligible if:
• The nomination form is incomplete.
• She/He is currently serving on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities.
• She/He has received the award within the last four years.
For a nomination form or more information contact: email Gail Himes at ghimes@cityoftacoma.org, or call 253-591-5785, TTY 253- 591-5153
Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The 10 Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award
The Tacoma Area Disability Advocate of the Year Award seeks to recognize and honor the contribution of advocates who, through their work in the community, have made outstanding efforts to increase the awareness of disability issues in the general community, to work towards the removal of both physical and bias related barriers for people with disabilities, and to speak for and represent those who cannot represent themselves.
There are two award categories.
1. Volunteer Advocate - recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual dedicated to improving conditions and opportunities in the community for individuals with disabilities. They should be a positive role model whose actions encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
2. Professional Advocate - recognizes the outstanding work in the community by an individual employed in a role that improves conditions and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their actions should positively impact their organization and the clients they serve.
Expectations of Recipients:
• Contribution and/or activity must have been performed in the Greater Tacoma
area for a minimum of one calendar year.
• Award recipients will be asked to attend a recognition event during Disability Awareness month in October.
• Award recipients may be asked to do media interviews.
A nominee is not eligible if:
• The nomination form is incomplete.
• She/He is currently serving on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities.
• She/He has received the award within the last four years.
For a nomination form or more information contact: email Gail Himes at ghimes@cityoftacoma.org, or call 253-591-5785, TTY 253- 591-5153
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