January 2022 Special Connection |
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Dear Friends, Families, Partners and Supporters,
We wish you the best in the new year.
ASCF Staff and Board
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STAMP COLLECTION FUNDRAISER
Please help us make this a successful fundraiser. We are accepting Stamp collections and stamp accumulations which will be organized and sold to fund our children's programs.
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SCIENCE CLUB FOR ALL KIDS
Join us in the spring. Andy, scientist and Lori, a special education science teacher, will be back with new experiments. Look for new dates.
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Articles for Your Information |
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Parenting a Child with ADHD
While ADHD is believed to be hereditary, effectively managing your child’s symptoms can affect both the severity of the disorder and development of more serious problems over time. Early intervention holds the key to positive outcomes for your child.
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A 6-Step Plan for Teaching ADHD Self-Advocacy Skills
Learn how to help a student with ADHD understand and communicate their learning needs to teachers and parents because effective self-advocacy begins with self-awareness.
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Keeping Children Safe Online
The Internet has become a part of everyday life, and it’s hard for the younger generation to imagine a day without it. As well as playing games, children rely on the Internet for their education and for keeping in touch with friends.
Learn tips for keeping Children Safe.
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Home Alone Child Tips
Children are sometimes home alone while parents are working or away for some other reason. It is generally believed however that children under the age of 12 should not be left home alone. Learn some suggestions to increase the safety of your older child and ease your mind while they are home alone:
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ASCF Virtual Trainings
Join ASCF Training on IEP's and Covid Part 3, on the new date, Monday, Jan 1o, at 7 pm. and Basic Rights in Special Education on Monday, Feb, 21 at 7 pm.
Register by emailing judy@ascfamily.org and the link will be sent to you or phone the office.
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Introduction to the Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Jan 24, 2022 2:00 PM
This session will provide a basic overview of the services available from the vocational rehabilitation system for people with disabilities. It will cover eligibility, developing the Individualized Plan for Employment, available services, and financial factors to consider.
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ADHD Webinars
(with ADDitude)
Jan 10, 1 pm with Mary V. Solanto, Ph.D.
Jan 10, 1 PM with Sharon Saline, Psy.D.
Jan 16, 1 PM with Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D.
February 3 1 pm with Laurie Dupar, PMHNP, RN, PCC
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SPAN Webinars
IEP III: Student-Led IEPs: A Path to Success
Wed. January 12, 2022
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Young people are experts in their lives. Encouraging students to use their voice early helps to build self advocacy skills.
Using PBIS In School
Wed. Jan. 26, 2022 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST
An emphasis on educational strategies helps students learn alternate behaviors that can lead to long-term change. Information on due process rights of children in the discipline process is also provided.
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Education and Health Care Rights in the Child Protection System |
Join a WORKSHOP to learn about the Child Protection System, parent rights related to special education and health care resources!
After the workshop, families will be invited to schedule an individual 30 minute appointment to review their child's IEP and/or health-related issues or concerns.
Presented by: Monique Dujue Wilson
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MAMA MARIAS, ASCF's SPECIAL NEEDS PODCAST
Have you checked out our Mama Marias podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. They want parents to know they are not alone…not alone in the way they are feeling, in the things they are experiencing, and in the things they are dreaming. Mama Marias aims to bring families understanding, peace, and continued hope.
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Join Mom Squad Virtual Support Group with ASCF and Family Partners on Thursdays,
Jan 6, 13, 20, and 27.
Share the joys and challenges of raising a child or children with special needs in a positive, supportive environment focused around your concerns.
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Family Support Organization of Passaic County Support Group
meets on Tuesday, at the Highlands Family Success Center in West Milford from 6:30-8 pm
New dates will be available soon.
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We have new means of supporting ASCFamily.org! |
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DISCLAIMER: The Association for Special Children and Families does not provide or give Legal or Medical advice.
DESCARGO DE RESPONSABILIDAD: La Asociación para Niños y Familias Especiales no proporciona ni brinda asesoramiento legal o médico.
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