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Web: www.autismsupport-somd.org
Mail: P.O. Box 2162 ◊ California, MD 20619
Facebook: www.facebook.com/AutismSupportSoMD
Email: info@autismsupport-somd.org
Twitter: @autismsomd
Families helping families!
April 2015 Newsletter
Volume 4, Issue 7
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About Us…
The Autism Spectrum Support Group of
Southern Maryland began holding meetings in
2002.
Over the past decade, support for
families impacted by autism has expanded and
now includes:
Meetings: Autism Spectrum Support Group of
Southern Maryland meetings are the 3rd
Wednesday of the month, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.,
currently at the Coffee Quarter in the San Souci
Shopping Center in California, MD.
See the
calendar on the website for meeting
information for our "sister" groups in Charles
County and Calvert County.
Forum ListServ: The Listserv is for parents/
caregivers of people with ASDs. It’s a closed
group; parents/caregivers may request to join
by following the directions on the “Forum” tab
on the website.
Listserv members are
encouraged to post questions, comments, or
concerns to the group. The Listserv is a great
opportunity for parents to help each other!
Website: The site features newsletters, the
calendar, resources, and contact information.
Newsletters: Monthly newsletters feature an
array of topics, events, and resources that can
be read online, downloaded, and shared. Click
the "Newsletters" tab on the website to see the
latest posts.
Facebook: Get news, events and resources
right in your Facebook feed.
Twitter: Follow us on Twitter for quick updates
and links.
Conferences and Workshops: The Autism
Spectrum Support Group of Southern Maryland
collaborates with other organizations in the
three counties to bring expert speakers to the
area while keeping the cost to families low.
Camp Scholarships:
With successful
fundraising, the Support Group has been able
to offer camp scholarships for children with
autism in Southern Maryland to attend summer
camps.
Please join us at meetings and conferences or
online on the website, Facebook, or Twitter.
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April Is Autism Awareness Month
Those of us with children on the autism spectrum are
well aware of what it means to deal with the impact of
autism on every aspect of our lives, whether it’s April,
October, or any other month. (Visit http://
carriecariello.com/2015/03/30/what-does-autismawareness-even-mean/ for an excellent piece on the
topic.) People with ASD can say the same.
The problem, of course, is with the community at large.
Most people today have heard of autism, but few people
have more than a vague understanding of what it
means. In fact, quite a few seem to show more
misunderstanding about how autism impacts
individuals and families than true understanding.
This month we have an opportunity to share with the
the community — family, friends, neighbors, coworkers,
and religious or other groups — more about autism
spectrum disorders. The internet and media will be full
of articles, news items, memes — lots of information
and photos to get a conversation started. (We’re
already doing so on our Facebook page.)
You can start just by wearing blue on April 2nd, when
Autism Speaks along with the international autism
community celebrates "Light It Up Blue" in
commemoration of the United Nations-sanctioned
World Autism Awareness Day. Wear blue and get the
conversation started.
Local Autism Awareness Events
April also marks the date for a wonderful fundraiser
held by Personalized Therapy, LLC, a Southern
Maryland Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy,
Speech/Language Therapy, and ABA Therapy provider
that specializes in treating children with autism
spectrum disorders. Through their dedication and hard
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their annual Autism Awareness Day
events have helped local organizations to
better serve people and families impacted
by autism spectrum disorders.
This year, Personalized Therapy is
hosting not just their bigger and better
Autism Awareness Day event, "Round-Up
for Autism," on April 18th, 12 - 5 pm, now
at the Elks’ Lodge off Chancellor’s Run
Rd. in California, MD. They have also
added a second event on April 25th, 1 - 11
pm at the Olde Town Pub in
Leonardtown — this time a Battle of the
Bands "Rock Out for Autism" featuring
five live bands.
Come out to either or both events. You’ll
have a great time, and your purchases
and donations will support the
organizations that serve individuals and
families impacted by autism right here in Southern Maryland.
The Autism Spectrum Support Group of Southern Maryland
The Autism Spectrum Support Group of Southern Maryland has been a grateful recipient of funding from
Personalized Therapy’s past Autism Awareness Day events (as well as last year’s fundraising events by the
Southern Maryland Roller Derby/Chronic Ink Tattoo and Big Dogs Paradise Bar). We have used the money
to offer camp scholarships, to finance conferences (including the Fall 2014 Conference with Dr. Jed Baker),
to offer parents conference scholarships, and to start and maintain our website, among other efforts to
support families directly impacted by ASD, which is our main goal. Our other goals are:
• To educate families and members of the community at large on issues related to ASD.
• To raise public and professional awareness and acceptance of ASD.
• To work in partnership with other organizations to inform and educate families and members of the
community at large about issues related to ASD.
• To advocate on behalf of people with ASD.
There is so much to do now, and we have
more that we want to do to expand how
we support our families this coming year.
Mark your calendars for April 18th and
swing by the Elks’ Lodge for a Western
Round-Up of family-friendly activities,
great food, music, and fabulous silent
auction and raffle items.
And mark them again for April 25th’s
Rock Out for Autism at the Olde Town
Pub, where you’ll get to hear The
Piranhas, Blue Iris, Tonight’s Alibi,
Groove Span, and Fortune Favors the
Brave — all in one day, under one roof.
A generous percentage of food and
beverage sales will be donated to the
Autism Awareness cause.
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Upcoming Events
(For updated events information, visit the calendar at www.autismsupport-somd.org/calendar.)
April 8, 2015 — Autism Support
Group of Calvert County, 6:30 p.m.
at Hunting Creek Annex, 4105 Old
Town Rd., Huntingtown, MD 20639.
Contact Sue Rafalowski:
parentconnections@calvertnet.k12.m
d.us /410-535-7387. Next meeting:
May 13, 2014.
April 8, 2015 — Charles County
Partners for Success Workshop
"Resolving Disputes Between Parents
and Schools," 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the
F.B. Gwynn Center, 5998 Radio
Station Rd., La Plata, MD 20646. In
this workshop, learn about the
variety of options for addressing
issues and concerns with schools
about your child’s education — from
informal to more formal processes.
Missy Alexander, Parent Educator
with the Parents’ Place of Maryland,
will be the presenter. To register for
this free workshop, contact Allysa or
Debbie at 301-934-7456 or
pfs@ccboe.com.
April 10, 2015 — Inclusive Bowling,
6:00-8:00 p.m. at Esperanza Lanes,
Lexington Park, MD. See the event
flyer in this newsletter for details and
registration information.
April 13, 2015 — St. Mary’s County
Citizens’ Advisory Committee For
Special Education (CACSE) Support
Group Meeting, 5:45-6:30 p.m. at
the Board of Education Building,
Leonardtown, MD. The purpose of
the Support Group is "to allow
people to openly ask each other
questions, share stories and
information together." Website:
smccacse.org. Next meeting: May
11, 2015.
April 13, 2015 — St. Mary’s County
Citizens’ Advisory Committee For
Special Education (CACSE) Meeting,
6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Board of
Education Building, Leonardtown.
Next meeting May 11, 2015.
Website: smccacse.org.
April 15, 2015 — Autism Spectrum
Support Group of Southern Maryland
Meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the
Coffee Quarter, California, MD. The
Autism Spectrum Support Group of
Southern Maryland is made up of
families helping families. Its purpose
is to support families impacted by
ASD, educate families and members
of the community on issues related
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to ASD, raise public and professional
awareness of ASD, work in
partnership with other organizations
to inform and educate families and
community members about issues
related to ASD, and advocate on
behalf of people with ASD. Contact
info@autismsupport-somd.org.
Website: autismsupport-somd.org.
Next meeting: May 20, 2015.
April 15, 2015 — Autism/ADHD
Support Group of Charles County,
6:30-8:30 p.m. at Panera Bread in
La Plata, MD.
The mission of the
Charles County Autism/ADHD
Support Group is to increase
community awareness of autism and
A D H D a n d p r ov i d e s u p p o r t t o
families living with autism and
ADHD. The group does not endorse
or dismiss any specific treatment,
profession, or services. Contact:
Allysa Ware 240-423-5757 (cell)/
lysaware@aol.com. Next meeting:
May 20, 2015.
April 18, 2015 — Personalized
T h e ra p y, L L C ' s A n n u a l A u t i s m
Awareness Day Event "Round Up for
Autism," 12 noon - 5 p.m. at the
Elk's Lodge #2092, California, MD
20619. All proceeds received are
donated to local nonprofit agencies
that provide support to individuals
with autism. More information about
event activities will follow.
April 22, 2015 — St. Mary’s County
Partners for Success workshop,
"Planning Ahead: Future Finances
and Supports," 6:30-8:30 p.m. at
the Board of Education Meeting
Ro o m , 2 3 1 6 0 M o a k l e y S t .,
Leonardtown, MD 20650. Local
attorney Joann Wood will present
information about legal guardianship,
power of attorney and special needs
trusts. To register for this free
workshop, please contact Susan
Shannon at 301-863-4069 or email
partnersforsuccess@smcps.org.
Website: http://www.smcps.org/se/
partners-for-success-program.
April 25, 2015 — Personalized
T h e ra p y, L L C ' s A n n u a l A u t i s m
Awareness Day NEW Event "Rock
Out for Autism," 1 - 11 p.m. at the
Olde Town Pub, Leonardtown, MD.
Come out to hear The Piranhas, Blue
Iris, Tonight’s Alibi, Groove Span,
and Fortune Favors the Brave — all
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in one day, under one roof. A
percentage of the proceeds will be
donated to the Autism Awareness
cause.
May 19, 2015 — Charles County
Special Education Citizens’ Advisory
Committee (SECAC), 6:30 p.m. in
the Board Room at the Jesse Starkey
Administration Building, 5980 Radio
Station Rd., La Plata, MD 20646.
(Final meeting of the 2014-15 school
year.)
This group enables the
Director of Special Education to seek
meaningful input from parents,
community partners, service
providers, and school administrators
on local issues relative to the
provision of a free appropriate public
education and the achievement of
students with disabilities. SECAC is
in need of parent and community
participation; join SECAC now and
make your voice heard.
September 26, 2015 — Weinfeld
Education Group will host its annual
conference, Diamonds in the Rough
2015 — Finding Clarity: Successful
Strategies for Special Learners, at
the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Rockville,
MD. One of the "4 C's" of diamonds
is clarity. Clarity is also important for
"diamonds in the rough"; our
children and students with special
learning needs. When faced with
limited time, money and resources,
how do we choose the strategies that
are more likely to be successful? This
year's Diamonds in the Rough daylong conference will provide
guidance and training to give you the
tools to sort through your options.
Our Keynote speaker is Jonathan
Mooney, author of The Short Bus: A
Journey Beyond Normal and
Learning Outside the Lines: Two Ivy
League Students with Learning
Disabilities and ADHD Give You the
Tools for Academic Success and
Educational Revolution.
November 13, 2015 — The
Southern Maryland Collaborative for
Families of Children with Disabilities
will host its 4th Annual Conference at
the Holiday Inn, Solomon’s Island,
MD. This year’s conference features
Carol Stock Kranowitz, expert on
sensory processing and sensory
integration. Conference details will
be published in future editions of this
newsletter. April 2015
ASD Information!
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Children's National: CASD CHAT!
This edition of CASD CHAT offers a research update on later outcomes for youth with ASD.!
What happens when children with ASD grow up?!
While there are lots of things we still need to learn and understand in young children with!
autism spectrum disorders, we know even less about what happens as they grow up.!
Autism is life-long, but most research
studies only provide a snapshot of what
it looks like at a single point in time,
usually when children are young. This is
a problem, because most people
with ASD will spend a longer time being
adults than children, and we need to
understand more about what factors
predict which children with ASD with
thrive and which will struggle.!
For most parents, the most pressing
question when told their child has
autism is: What can I do to help him or her become a happy, well-functioning young adult? Several
recent studies are starting provide information that helps to answer this question.!
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When children with ASD are young it is important to maximize early intensive therapies,
specifically ABA1 and language therapy2!
It is also important to provide intensive supports when planning for the transition out of high
school since that is a time of increased risk for people with ASD3,4 !
As children with ASD move into adolescence it is key to
get them out into community settings for internships,
and other structured work related experiences and to
pay close attention to daily living skills, such as proper
hygiene, cooking, and navigating their community
independently which are key to a successful into
adulthood5 !
Many of you in the CASD community have contributed
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to increasing our understanding of how adaptive behavior - or real world communication, social,
and daily living skills- change over time in children without intellectual disability. Over 400 of
you contributed to data to one of our studies, which shows that the gap between IQ scores
(which measures what a person knows) and adaptive behavior (which measures what a person
does independently, or how they show what they know) increases over time - youth in the
14-20 year old range have the most difficulty translating their cognitive potential into real world
skill.!
Additionally, many of you in the CASD community have also allowed us to understand how
executive function affects real world adaptive behavior; we have found that overall executive
function and specific executive function skills such as self-monitoring, cognitive flexibility, and
inhibition are related to adaptive communication, socialization, and daily living skills. !
This tells us that teaching executive function
skills to children with ASD may increase their
ability to be independent, well functioning
young adults4,6 !
We want to build on these beginnings in order
to provide families with better interventions
and understanding of what is needed to
maximize potential and outcomes for youth
with ASD. As part of that effort we will be
contacting families who have previously
shared data and asking them to complete a
brief interview and questionnaires so we can
continue to understand change over time in
youth with ASD. If you get a call or an e-mail
from one of our research assistants, Katerina
Dudley, Jillian Martucci, or Chelsea Armour we hope you will have time to respond. In any case, we
thank you for all the information you have already shared.!
References!
1
Fein, D., Barton, M., Eigsti, I. M., Kelley, E., Naigles, L., Schultz, R. T., ... & Tyson, K.(2013). Optimal outcome in individuals with !
a history of autism. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 54(2), 195-205.!
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Gotham, K., Pickles, A., & Lord, C. (2012). Trajectories of autism severity in children using standardized ADOS scores.
Pediatrics,!
130(5), e1278-e1284.!
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Smith, L. E., Maenner, M. J., & Seltzer, M. M. (2012). Developmental trajectories in adolescents and adults with autism: The
case of !
daily living skills. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 51(6), 622-631.!
4
Pugliese, C.E., Anthony, L, Strang, J. F., Dudley, K., Wallace, G.L., & Kenworthy, L. (2014). Increasing Adaptive Behavior Skill !
Deficits from Childhood to Adolescence in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Role of Executive Function. Journal of Autism and
Developmental Disorders. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1007/s10803-014-2309-1!
5Roux,
A. M., Shattuck, P. T., Cooper, B. P., Anderson, K. A., Wagner, M., & Narendorf, S. C. (2013). Postsecondary
employment !
experiences among young adults with an autism spectrum disorder. Journal of the American Academy of
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 52(9), 931-939.!
6Pugliese, C.E., Anthony, L, Strang, J. F., Dudley, K., Wallace, G.L., & Kenworthy,L. Longitudinal Examination of
Adaptive Behavior !
in Autism Spectrum Disorders: Influence of Executive Function (manuscript submitted for review). !
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Camp Corner!
Vandermere Farm
Horseback Riding Programs
& Therapeutic Riding
Leonardtown, MD
240-538-8001
vandermerestables@yahoo.com
Summer Horse Camps June~July
Summer Horse Camps -
Ride,
groom, tack, horsey crafts, horse activities, & fun
games!
Weeks of June 22nd~July 27: Attend
a ½ day or full day. Extended care
available.
New! Therapeutic Horse Camp: July 14-July 17 from 9:30-12
Please contact Jen at vandermerestables@yahoo.com for more information or visit
www.vandermerestables.com
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The Benefits of Therapeutic Riding
Therapeutic riding utilizes equine activities and offers many benefits to its participants. The
contributions include physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of individuals. The
overall goal is for the rider to learn horseback riding skills and to develop skills that carry over
to their everyday lives. Increasing self-esteem and communication skills, improving posture
and coordination, stretching and strengthening of muscles, improving range of motion, and
increasing the ability to focus and stay on task are just some of the benefits that therapeutic
riding can offer. Most importantly, the riders get to experience the bond with a horse while
also having lots of fun! Please contact Jen at Vandermere Farm & Stables if you’re interested
in more information about our riding programs, horse camps, or volunteering:
www.vandermerestables.com.
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CAMP INSPIRE
CAMP DATES
CAMP INSPIRE
Monday, June 29st through
Thursday, July 23th.
Recreation & Parks, Camp
Inspire is a co-ed, four week
day program designed
specifically for children and
young adults between the ages
4 to 21 diagnosed with Autism.
Our program is intended to
maximize a child's potential
and develop his/her strengths
and hidden abilities. We offer a
very unique program of
recreation activities, academic
and social integration.
Your child will enjoy the funfilled days of a four week
summer day camp while
learning practical life skills. All
our activities are instructional
in nature and administered by
a professional staff. All of the
activities are designed to
stimulate your child's
awareness and interest while
building upon positive
relationships with others.
SCHEDULE
Monday – Thursday from 9:00
am – 2:30 pm
CAMP LOCATION
Green Holly E. S.
DAILY ACTIVITIES WILL
INCLUDE
Made possible by a partnership between St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks and St. Mary’s County Special Education Sensory Integration Activities
Department.
Cooperative Games and
Motor Activities
Technology Activities
Art Therapy
Socialization Activities
Chess
Karaoke
Academics
Life Enrichment Field Trips:
AGES
Pre-School ages: 4 to 5
Elementary ages: 6 through 10 (A group 6-8/B group 9-10)
Secondary ages: 11 to 21 (A group 11 to 14/B group 15 -21
Project Inspire:
By Invitation, ages: 17 to 21
COST
ELIGIBILITY
$ 600.00 for the four week camp, peer assistants at no charge.
Peers will need to apply under the Peer Assistant Program
APPLICATION
Recreation and Parks Camp
Inspire is specifically designed
for children between the ages
of 4 through 21 that are
diagnosed with Autism.
Applications can be obtained from Recreation and Parks online registration at:
We will accept up to 48
students who are diagnosed
with Autism. Siblings, relatives
or friends who meet the Peer
Assistant program
requirements can attend
camp free of charge.
June 6, 2015. Late payment MAY BE accepted with
Recreation and Parks approval based on space availability.
Canoeing/Kayaking
Swimming
Esperanza Bowling
Fishing
Library
Pizza Hot Line
Cycling
Blue Wings Game
http://www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/TRC.asp
APPLICATION DEADLINE
ST. MARY’S COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF
RECREATION & PARKS
For information or questions regarding Camp Inspire please contact:
Camp Director: Rocco Aiello at 301-481-7377
raaiello@smcps.org
St. Mary’s County Recreation, Parks Attn: Christina Bishop
P.O. Box 653- Leonardtown, Md. 20650-301-475-4200 Ext. 1802
COMMISSIONERS OF
ST. MARY'S COUNTY
James R. Guy, President, Michael
L. Hewitt, Commissioner, Tom
Jarboe, Commissioner, Todd B.
Morgan, Commissioner, John E.
O'Connor, Commissioner
christina.bishop@stmarysmd.com
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PROJECT INSPIRE
CRITERIA TO ATTEND
Student’s ages 4 through 21 must be toilet
trained or must have an accompanying
adult to assist with toileting.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) or their adult
designee:
Must be available by telephone
during camp hours.
Provide lunch, snacks, change of
clothing, swim apparel.
Provide transportation to and
from camp.
Be available to administer
medication if needed during camp
hours.
Project Inspire is specifically designed for students
diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) ages 18
– 21. The intent of Project Inspire is to assist our students
to have a greater appreciation and understanding of work
related experiences in our local community.
Project Inspire is a continuation of Recreation and Parks,
Camp Inspire program,
Participants will work on:
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3.
4.
5.
Developing a Resume
Effective communication skills
Mock interviews (taped to show progress)
Appropriate Dress attire for work
Etc.
CAMP INSPIRE PEER ASSISTANT PROGRAM
The peer assistant program is designed to benefit both the campers with ASD and the peer assistant who
will develop confidence in their learning ability and creates a sense of pride in helping others.
Being a peer assistant provides our campers with ASD extra attention, encouragement, and feedback they
may need to experience success.
A good candidate for the peer assistant program is an individual who is:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Able to participate in Camp Inspire working with a child or young adults diagnosed with Autism
Capable of handling the responsibilities of working one-on-one with our campers
Able to communicate well and be able to follow the instructor’s directions
Able to assist with any camper if needed.
7 years of age and older
Please contact Recreation and Parks for more information on the Peer Assistant Program.
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Camps for ALL kids!
(http://greenwellfoundation.org/programs/camps/)
The Greenwell Foundation’s camp
programs are outdoor day camps
designed to be fun, adventurous
and provide opportunities for all
campers to make new friends and
experience new things. Our camps
include everyone!
Our highly trained staff and volunteers work to ensure that every activity is adapted to
meet the needs of ALL campers by ensuring that all participate and all belong. This
inclusive environment creates the best platform for fun, self-discovery, happiness and
making new friends.
Safety is crucial at camp; sunscreen and water breaks are taken frequently to prevent
sunburn and weather related guidelines and procedures are closely followed. We follow
the American Camp Association accreditation standards to create a safe environment for
all children to play and have a fun camp experience.
After all, fun is the ultimate goal!
For the summer of 2015, there are several options available for campers to discover their
natural surroundings, make new friends, have new experiences and explore personal
interests.
Each camp offers the opportunity to do archery, hike, kayak, go fishing and explore the
park.
Our specialty camps have additional activities unique to the specific camp.
All camps are located in Greenwell State Park, a perfect waterfront environment for
hiking, kayaking and exploring. There are air conditioned areas for breaks from the heat.
The Greenwell Foundation’s camp programs are outdoor day camps designed to be fun,
adventurous and provide opportunities for all campers to make new friends and
experience new things. Our camps include everyone!
Our highly trained staff and volunteers work to ensure that every activity is adapted to
meet the needs of ALL campers by ensuring that all participate and all belong. This
inclusive environment creates the best platform for fun, self-discovery, happiness and
making new friends.
For information about camps, extended care, and registration, please visit the website.
www.greenwellfoundation.org/programs/camps/
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Event Flyers
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FREE Workshop for Parents
WORKSHOP DETAILS
PRESENTER
Missy Alexander
Parent Educator
Special education disputes are better resolved at the local level, if possible. Parents and school administrators are encouraged to work together to come to an understanding of mutual concerns and come to an agreement in the best interest of children with disabilities. DATE
Wed., April 8, 2015
In this workshop, learn about the variety of options for addressing issues and concerns with schools about your child’s education—from informal to more formal processes.
TIME
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a FREE 2 hour workshop on April 8, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. LOCATION
F.B. Gwynn Center
5998 Radio Station Road
La Plata, MD 20646
This workshop is generously sponsored by the Charles Coun-­
ty Public Schools’ Partners for Success REG ISTRATION
Contact: Allysa or Deb-­
bie
301-934-7456
pfs@ccboe.com
801 Cromwell Park Drive, Ste 103, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 Tel 410.768.9100 !
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April 2015
Inclusive Bowling Extravaganza
At
Esperanza Bowling Lanes
22645 Three Notch Rd. (Rt. 235) Lexington Park, MD 20653
Date: Friday, April 10th 2015
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Cost: $12.00 for two hours of bowling includes bowling shoes
Transportation: Not provided
Food & Beverage: Food/beverage available for sale at Esperanza snacks
counter.
Registration
You can register online at: Southern Maryland Community Resource (SMCR)
http://www.somdcr.org/ or RSVP: Bonnie Elward of Southern Maryland Community Resources
(SMCR) by sending a check payable to SMCR by Tuesday, April 7th. Or pay at the door.
Registration Form on Back
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Registration Information
Participants Full Name: _________________________________Parents/Guardian Name:_______________________________
Caregivers name if applicable:________________________________________________________________________________
Preferred Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________ State: ______________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________________
Telephone: (______)_______________________________________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________________________________________________
Please mail completed registration form with payment to:
Contact Information
Phone: 301-997-8143
Email:belward@somdcr.org
Southern Maryland Community
Resources
c/o Bonnie Elward
P.O. Box 560
90 Alexander Lane
Solomans, MD 20688
Or bring completed registration form and payment to the event on
April 10th.
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Save the Date for the 4th Annual Conference!
NOVEMBER 13, 2015!
Holiday Inn, Solomon’s Island, MD!
Guest Speaker Carol Stock Kranowitz!
Author of The Out-of-Sync Child and The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun!
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