What: Sensory Friendly Movie -- The Return of Nanny McPhee
When: Saturday, September 4, 2010 10:00 AM
Where: AMC Loew's Woodinville 12
17640 Garden Way
Woodinville, WA 98072
(888) 262-4386
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Interventions and Resources - MOCHA Meeting (Autism)
Septemeber 2010:
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm
Topic: "Interventions and resources we've found to be helpful." Come
join us for some information and some time to share your/our experiences
on this journey.
Place: Canyon Park Tully's, just off I-405 at the Canyon Park exit,
right across the street from the QFC/Starbucks at 228th and
Bothell-Everett Highway. For those with special diets Tully's offers
different milk options: cow, soy and rice.
Tully's at Canyon Park - 22615 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell WA
98021, 425-487-3517. For directions see:
http://www.tullysco ffeeshops. com/storelocator /index.aspx
For those with special diets Tully's offers different milk options:
cow, soy and rice.
No RSVP needed, but always appreciated.
Contact: Janelle Hall, 206-371-5128,
tallcedars@comcast. net OR Sarah Richards, 425-260-1190,
buggy2005@comcast. net.
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm
Topic: "Interventions and resources we've found to be helpful." Come
join us for some information and some time to share your/our experiences
on this journey.
Place: Canyon Park Tully's, just off I-405 at the Canyon Park exit,
right across the street from the QFC/Starbucks at 228th and
Bothell-Everett Highway. For those with special diets Tully's offers
different milk options: cow, soy and rice.
Tully's at Canyon Park - 22615 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell WA
98021, 425-487-3517. For directions see:
http://www.tullysco ffeeshops. com/storelocator /index.aspx
For those with special diets Tully's offers different milk options:
cow, soy and rice.
No RSVP needed, but always appreciated.
Contact: Janelle Hall, 206-371-5128,
tallcedars@comcast. net OR Sarah Richards, 425-260-1190,
Friday, August 20, 2010
Homeschooling versus Public School
Homeschooling versus Public School
Alternative Learning Programs
What Are the Issues?
Join the Washington Homeschool Organization (WHO) as they present the
issues surrounding on-campus and virtual public school programs
currently being marketed to homeschoolers. Janice Hedin and Val
Howard, WHO Advocacy Committee members and long-time homeschoolers,
will help you understand the differences between these programs and
homeschooling, and why it really matters.
When: Thursday, August 26, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Puyallup Public Library
324 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
Cost: FREE, no registration required
 Washington’s homeschool law: its history and strengths
 History of Public School Alternative Learning Programs (PSALPs)
 Differences between homeschooling & PSALPs
 The current PSALP administrative code (rules)
 WHO’s efforts on behalf of homeschoolers in PSALP administration
 How the PSALP Programs affect and threaten homeschooling
 Alternatives to PSALPs
 What all parents can do to preserve homeschooling
For more information contact the
WHO Office
(425) 251-0439 whooffice@washhomeschool.org www.WashHomeschool.org
Or
Co-coordinator Sarah Phillipps (253) 537-9787 sarah@tipainters.com
Alternative Learning Programs
What Are the Issues?
Join the Washington Homeschool Organization (WHO) as they present the
issues surrounding on-campus and virtual public school programs
currently being marketed to homeschoolers. Janice Hedin and Val
Howard, WHO Advocacy Committee members and long-time homeschoolers,
will help you understand the differences between these programs and
homeschooling, and why it really matters.
When: Thursday, August 26, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Puyallup Public Library
324 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
Cost: FREE, no registration required
 Washington’s homeschool law: its history and strengths
 History of Public School Alternative Learning Programs (PSALPs)
 Differences between homeschooling & PSALPs
 The current PSALP administrative code (rules)
 WHO’s efforts on behalf of homeschoolers in PSALP administration
 How the PSALP Programs affect and threaten homeschooling
 Alternatives to PSALPs
 What all parents can do to preserve homeschooling
For more information contact the
WHO Office
(425) 251-0439 whooffice@washhomeschool.org www.WashHomeschool.org
Or
Co-coordinator Sarah Phillipps (253) 537-9787 sarah@tipainters.com
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
PC2 for Dev. Disabilities Leadership Training Class
PC2 for Developmental Disabilities is currently recruiting for its
2010-2011 Leadership Training Class!
Participants will receive training in Legislative Advocacy, Overview
of Developmental Disabilities’ History & Systems, Communication, Team
Building, & much more!! Graduates will become more effective
advocates for their children or loved ones who experience a
developmental disability.
Training Schedule:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
December 3-5, 2010 (Legislative week-end in Olympia)
January, 2011 - Legislative Reception (in Olympia)
Saturday, February 19, 2011
March, 2011 - Advocacy Day (in Olympia)
April, 2011 - Individual Project Presentation
October, 2011 - Group Project
September 2010 training will be held at Pierce Co. Soundview Building,
3611 South D Street, Tacoma. Subsequent trainings will be held at
TACID, 6315 So. 19th St., Tacoma. Childcare reimbursement stipends are
available. For more information or an application, please call PC2 at
253.564.0707.
2010-2011 Leadership Training Class!
Participants will receive training in Legislative Advocacy, Overview
of Developmental Disabilities’ History & Systems, Communication, Team
Building, & much more!! Graduates will become more effective
advocates for their children or loved ones who experience a
developmental disability.
Training Schedule:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
December 3-5, 2010 (Legislative week-end in Olympia)
January, 2011 - Legislative Reception (in Olympia)
Saturday, February 19, 2011
March, 2011 - Advocacy Day (in Olympia)
April, 2011 - Individual Project Presentation
October, 2011 - Group Project
September 2010 training will be held at Pierce Co. Soundview Building,
3611 South D Street, Tacoma. Subsequent trainings will be held at
TACID, 6315 So. 19th St., Tacoma. Childcare reimbursement stipends are
available. For more information or an application, please call PC2 at
253.564.0707.
Gluten Free Night Angels vs. Mariners
Gluten Free Night
Angels vs. Mariners
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 7:10 p.m.
Gates Open: 5:10 pm / First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.
Round up your friends and family members and join the Seattle Mariners
for Gluten Free Night on Tuesday, August 31! Special discounted group
seating has been reserved and is available for you to purchase online.
The concession stand near Section 347 will exclusively feature the
Gluten Free menu, including hot dogs and buns. Gluten Free beer will
be available at that stand along with other stands near the special
section. Gluten Free fish & chips are always available on the Terrace
Club by Section 249 (open to all).
* DEADLINE TO PURCHASE: Monday, August 30 at NOON.
* Game Date: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 7:10 p.m.
* Pricing: $11 View Reserved (normally $20)
Angels vs. Mariners
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 7:10 p.m.
Gates Open: 5:10 pm / First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.
Round up your friends and family members and join the Seattle Mariners
for Gluten Free Night on Tuesday, August 31! Special discounted group
seating has been reserved and is available for you to purchase online.
The concession stand near Section 347 will exclusively feature the
Gluten Free menu, including hot dogs and buns. Gluten Free beer will
be available at that stand along with other stands near the special
section. Gluten Free fish & chips are always available on the Terrace
Club by Section 249 (open to all).
* DEADLINE TO PURCHASE: Monday, August 30 at NOON.
* Game Date: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 7:10 p.m.
* Pricing: $11 View Reserved (normally $20)
PAVE Helping Parent Program
There is an opportunity to become a Helping Parent through PAVE. They
will be having an 8-hour Parent to Parent training (broken into two
sessions) that will cover the following areas:
1) Communication Skills and Emotional Response
2) Coping Strategies
3) Parent to Parent procedures and Community Resources
4) Family to Family Health Care and Information
After the training you become a Helping Parent. When a call comes in
from a parent that just received a diagnosis and wants to talk with
another parent, a helping parent is matched to be a resource for that
person. If you are interested and would like more details, please
contact Susan Jackson at PAVE via email at sjackson@wapave.org.
will be having an 8-hour Parent to Parent training (broken into two
sessions) that will cover the following areas:
1) Communication Skills and Emotional Response
2) Coping Strategies
3) Parent to Parent procedures and Community Resources
4) Family to Family Health Care and Information
After the training you become a Helping Parent. When a call comes in
from a parent that just received a diagnosis and wants to talk with
another parent, a helping parent is matched to be a resource for that
person. If you are interested and would like more details, please
contact Susan Jackson at PAVE via email at sjackson@wapave.org.
NEW TOPSoccer Group in Pierce County Area
A new TOPSoccer group is forming in the south Pierce County area.
TOPSoccer is a great opportunity for kids with any diagnosis to
participate in soccer and have a one-on-one buddy to help facilitate
their experience.
TOPSoccer in the South Pierce County Area will meet at:
Tillicum Elementary School
8514 Maple Street SW
Lakewood, WA
It's very convenient for military families and right off I-5. The
coach has 10 years experience working with special needs children and
20 years playing and coaching soccer. We will be meeting Sundays from
3-4pm. There will be a parent meeting beforehand, unfortunately we
are still waiting on the okay for field usage. The great thing about
TOPSoccer, each child will have their own buddy! If you prefer to
furnish your buddy for your child, please let us know.
If you are interested, you will need to register with the Washington
Youth Soccer, at:
http://www.wsysa.com/Community/TOPSoccer/TOPSoccerInformation/TOPSoccerRegistration/tabid/1023/language/en-US/Default.aspx
-You will see another link that will open up to the actual registration page.
If you have questions, please contact Jennie directly at
jennie.burton@gmail.com or via phone at 206.366.5633.
TOPSoccer is a great opportunity for kids with any diagnosis to
participate in soccer and have a one-on-one buddy to help facilitate
their experience.
TOPSoccer in the South Pierce County Area will meet at:
Tillicum Elementary School
8514 Maple Street SW
Lakewood, WA
It's very convenient for military families and right off I-5. The
coach has 10 years experience working with special needs children and
20 years playing and coaching soccer. We will be meeting Sundays from
3-4pm. There will be a parent meeting beforehand, unfortunately we
are still waiting on the okay for field usage. The great thing about
TOPSoccer, each child will have their own buddy! If you prefer to
furnish your buddy for your child, please let us know.
If you are interested, you will need to register with the Washington
Youth Soccer, at:
http://www.wsysa.com/Community/TOPSoccer/TOPSoccerInformation/TOPSoccerRegistration/tabid/1023/language/en-US/Default.aspx
-You will see another link that will open up to the actual registration page.
If you have questions, please contact Jennie directly at
jennie.burton@gmail.com or via phone at 206.366.5633.
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