We are thrilled to announce that Table Talk newsletter from The Arc of New Jersey's Children's Advocacy department is back! Our April edition is brimming with valuable advocacy resources and exciting opportunities to support your family. For more information, please visit our webpage. | Advocacy with Adara on Facebook Live! | |
Please join us on Monday, April 22nd, for our third installment of the Facebook Live series Advocacy with Adara. On Monday we will be discussing informal removals.
New to the series? Each episode offers a friendly 10-15 minute chat on special education or services for children with IDD and their families. Tune in every Monday at 10am on our Facebook page. No sign-ups needed, just drop by, watch, and don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments! We look forward to having you join us!
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Abilities Expo May 3-5 FREE Admission | |
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Register now for your chance to meet and mingle! See hundreds of vendors with information on adaptive technology, community resources, workshops, dance parties, and adaptive sports including a climbing wall! Register here.
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The Drumthwacket Foundation Hosts Carnival for Children with Special Needs | |
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The Governor, First Lady, and the Drumthwacket Foundation annually host the Spring Carnival for Special Needs Children aged 4 to 12. This event, held in June, offers a range of activities including bounce houses, art projects, face painting, balloon twisting, treasure hunts, and pony rides, creating a memorable day for all attendees. Registration starts April 29th, check out their flyer!
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SPAN Presents an Early Childhood Conference for Families and Caregivers | |
Discover, Explore, Grow!
FREE one day conference for families and professionals. Topics to be covered include Early Intervention, social emotional health, assistive technology, advocacy, and preschool special education. Click here to view the flyer.
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Autism Considerations during Divorce | Divorce can be tough on any family. When a child with autism is involved, the impact can be even greater. Learn more about how thoughtfulness, self-awareness, and careful planning can help parents to create a new family dynamic where their child can thrive. Read more... | |
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But how do you choose the best camp for your child? Start your camp search by assessing your child's needs and making lists of your preferences. Determine the goals you have for your child's summer camp experience, whether it's fostering social skills, enhancing academics, engaging in sports, or simply having fun. Continue reading...
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School Transportation Issues? Have Your Voice Heard | |
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities, in collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Education and SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, is hosting three virtual school transportation safety listening sessions. Led by James Scaringelli, Director of the Office of School Bus Safety, and Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, Special Education Ombudsman, these sessions aim to gather feedback from individuals with disabilities and their families on their experiences, concerns, and recommendations regarding school transportation. Multi-lingual closed captioning is provided for accessibility. See flyer for more information.
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Midland School & Tri-County CMO Present: | Join us on April 20th for our inaugural event featuring Guest Speaker Captain Gerald Turning, Jr. from Blue Bridge Autism Training. Captain Turning, a retired police captain and father of a child with autism, will share insights on bridging the gap between first responders and parents, offering practical tips and strategies. Attendees will receive a FREE special needs ID. Additionally, Midland's Directors will provide an overview of our programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and Tri-County will present their services. For more information or to register, email Marlin Hernandez at mhernandez@tricountycmo.org. | | |
Scholarship Alert
Department of Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman announced the 2024 Board of Trustees Scholarship program, offering college scholarships for students who are blind, deaf-blind, or visually impaired. Administered by the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI), the program is open to high school seniors and college students registered for the 2024-2025 academic year, who are active or eligible CBVI clients. Four privately funded scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, will be awarded to students who meet the qualifications. For full eligibility requirements and application, visit here.
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