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- 13thFamily Cafe_2011-at-a-glance - June 3rd thru 5th
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*** WORKSHOPS & HELPFUL INFORMATION ****
Useful Links:
METTA: http://flfcic.fmhi.usf.edu/pop/projects/employment.htm SCIETT: http://cfs.fmhi.usf.edu/projects-research/detail.cfm?id=213\ Project Search: http://www.projectsearch.us/ The Senate bill, (S.613) : http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d112:s.613:
The House bill (H.R. 1208): http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d112:h.r.1208
Wrightslaw Analysis of Arlington v. Murphy :: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d112:h.r.1208: * Important: Support of the IDEA Fairness Restoration Act *
The 13th Annual Family Cafe (Register Now)
June 3rd, 2011 12:00 AM through June 5th, 2011 5:00 PM
1000 West Buena Vista Drive
Disney Coronado Springs Resort Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 United States Phone: 407-939-1020 (Reservations)
Phone: 850-224-4670 (The Family Café) Email: info@familycafe.net
Florida Institute of Technology
the Scott Center for Autism Treatment Presents: Behavior Basics Boot Camp: Making your Classroom more Manageable Instruction by Dr. Meagan Gregory and Dr. Alison Betz Friday July 29th 9am- 3 pm with lunch included 3-5 pm (hands on planning for your classroom) Cost: $50.00 Challenging Behavior · Identifying and assessing why challenging behavior occurs in the classroom · General prevention strategies for managing challenging behavior · Choosing interventions for challenging behavior in the classroom · How to take data on behaviors while teaching · Determining when outside support is needed
General Classroom Structure and Strategies · Setting up individual and group token economies · Group contingencies · Classroom and individual schedules · Basics of reinforcement · Getting students to participate To reserve your spot contact: Colleen Middlebrooks, Outreach Coordinator 321-674-8106 x1 cmiddlebrooks@fit.edu |
Very Special Arts - Call for Entries - Deadline: June 10th
VSA seeks entries for Momentum, a national juried exhibition for emerging artists with disabilities, ages 16-25. Who can apply? The call is open to artists ages 16-25 living in the United States who have a disability. As defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, a disability is a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Previous award recipients are not eligible to apply. Artwork Submissions must be original work completed within the last three years and after the onset of disability. Both representational and abstract work may be entered. Artwork may illustrate actual aspects of your motivation, such as the physical world or personal discoveries. Abstract work that relates to the inner world of emotions is also encouraged. Eligible media include but are not limited to paintings and drawings (oil, watercolor, acrylic, pencil, or charcoal); fine art prints; photography; computer-generated prints; digital art; and time-based media (video, film). All work must have a visual component. Two-dimensional artwork should not exceed 60 inches in either dimension. Sculpture should not exceed 24 inches in any dimension. Fragile or precious materials that cannot withstand handling, storage, and transportation will not be accepted. VSA serves K-12 students as well as adults with disabilities. VSA reserves the right not to adjudicate any individual work(s) deemed inappropriate for our mission and audience. Artists should not submit work that contains religious or political themes, inappropriate language, or excessive nudity. The jury process A panel of distinguished practicing artists, curators, and arts administrators will determine work standards, review submitted materials, and select the 15 artists for the exhibition. Applicants are asked to present materials best exemplifying the extent and quality of their accomplishments. The jury will look for a demonstration of original ideas in the work submitted-imagination, competence, and the skillful use of materials. Work that suggests visual plagiarism, such as a direct copy of another artist's work, will not be accepted. All decisions are final. Entry instructions All materials should be submitted in digital format through CaFE™ at callforentry.org. No slides will be accepted. Interested artists will be required to create a CaFE profile to apply. Applicants are required to submit four separate works of art for consideration, uploading one JPEG image of each to the CaFE site. These images should represent the subject matter and techniques to which the artist is most committed. The judges are looking for overall quality in the submissions. The images will be reviewed simultaneously with any applicable supplemental audio, video, or film materials (see below). The images will project exactly as uploaded and in a horizontal row during the jury process. Be sure to submit four different images rather than uploading the same image multiple times. If necessary, a detail may be included as one of the four images if the work requires it (for example, when using a large canvas or unusual medium). Do not send original artwork. A three-step guide to using the CaFE system: · Register on CaFE to create a user name and password that allows you to save information and return to it at any time. · Create your portfolio by formatting and uploading images of work. · After your portfolio has been completed, click on "Apply to Calls," find Momentum in the list of exhibitions, and click on "Apply to This Call." Applicants must prepare their images to CaFE specifications and complete their submission prior to the midnight (U.S. Mountain Standard Time) deadline of June 10, 2011. It should take approximately two hours to prepare images and submit the application. Applicants are strongly urged to allow enough time to compensate for any unforeseen technical difficulties during the application process. Applicants may begin the application, save it, and return to it at any time prior to the submission deadline. Supplemental material Artists in all media must complete the full application on CaFE, including images that represent the visual component of the work. Please allocate at least one of the four JPEG images to a still from your video or film as appropriate. For films and videos as well as installations that include video, film, or audio elements, supplements your application by submitting a CD or DVD. Videos must be ready to play using Windows Media Player, Real Player, or QuickTime. U.S.-compatible formats are encouraged; no VHS tapes or mini-DVDs will be accepted. The jury will initially review two minutes of a video or audio file along with the four submitted images. Artists should note a specific two-minute segment to be reviewed, indicating the segment times in their submission. The jury may opt to view the entire video based on this segment. Please send supplemental materials directly to: VSA, c/o Momentum call for art, 818 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006. All supplemental materials must have a corresponding CaFE profile and be postmarked by June 10, 2011. Applicants will be asked to enter or upload an artist's narrative (no more than one page) and a personal statement responding to the exhibition theme (no more than one paragraph) in Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF format. This information will be used to create an artist's biography. A headshot or photograph of the artist in high-resolution (300 dpi) JPEG format is also required. The artist's narrative should provide your artistic background information and answer each of the following questions: · When did you start creating art and what motivated you to begin? · What techniques and media do you use? · What role does art play in living with your disability? Does your disability affect your artwork in any way? · Do you remember a significant experience during your education where the arts played an important part? What about a favorite art teacher or art class? · When, and under what conditions, do you feel the arts were most effective in your education? Submitted materials will not be returned. Materials may be archived in the VSA Artists Registry, a comprehensive online directory that is consulted when identifying artists with disabilities for professional opportunities. VSA is not responsible for submissions that are incomplete or that fail to upload to a CaFE profile.
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*** PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES ***
MASTER SWIM CLUB IS NOW KNOWN AS "SPECIAL ATHLETES"
Aquatics Director/Coach is "JD" or Jim Solomon. Please take the opportunity to visit his site & learn more about our coach, www.jimsolomon.com
You can also go to, j.dsolomon.@yahoo.com then hit JDS Aquatics. Here you can download the form, Junior/Masters/Swim Lesson's Swimmers Information. Please complete this form & bring it with you the first time you come to practice.
Our practices will take place @ Palm Bay Aquatic Center (PBAC) 420 Community College Parkway Palm Bay (pool 321-952-2833, in case you get lost or our Florida's predictable weather). Directions: PBAC is located on the BCC Palm Bay Campus off of Malabar Rd. & I95, behind Lowe's, off of San Filippo.
Our practices are: Beginning, Tues., Jan. 25, 2011 5:30 - 6:30pm; Mon., Tues. & Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30pm You can attend one, two or all 3 days, the choice is up to you. Because our beautiful state's weather is so predicable, you can call the pool, 321-952-2833, to see if they're opened. You can also contact Jim on his cell, 321-368-4133. There's no cost to the Athletes to participate in this program.
Although I'll be helping Jim, it's important that you understand Our Aquatics Director/Coach is Jim. Jim will also be sending out any future correspondences. Look for the subject line:"SPECIAL ATHLETES"
If you have older siblings or you'd like to volunteer to help, please contact Jim.
If you're interested in signing any of your children up for swim lessons, please contact the pool directly, 321-952-2833. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jim directly.
SPECIAL SPOTLIGHT THEATRE
As Board Members of SPECIAL SPOTLIGHT THEATRE, we would like to share some exciting news with you and your students. Would it be possible to give this into to the ESE teachers and/or the guidance department? We are a special needs theatre group in historic downtown Melbourne meeting at the Henegar Center. The long- term goal is to provide cultural enrichment for all ages. This is an outstanding program to enhance social skills and eye/hand coordination. Performing, dancing and socializing help to promote high self-esteem and meet new friends.
Artistic director and choreographer, Marilyn Roget brought her experise and talents to us from New York City. She has performed a valuable service to this community since 1982.
Melbourne High School Precision Dance Team, "Miracles," has performed with the troupe.
WHO: Special Spotlight Theatre
WHAT: Dance/theatre troupe
WHERE: Henegar Center for the Performing Arts
WHEN:: 6:30, pm both Monday and Tuesday. Monday, Start January 10th, for girls - Tuesday, Start January 11th for boys . New students: One free class.
WHY: Annual music/dance recital held in November.
DISCLAIMER: The views and information are not an expression or
endorsement of the Brevard County School District.
Special Spotlight Theatre is a 501 C (3) non-profit organization operating in Brevard County. The Florida Certificate number is 85-8012582010C-8 Beverly Platt 321 -768-6712
Beverly Simmons 321-956-6255 E-mail: specialspotlight@yahoo.com |
**COMMUNITY SURVEYS - YOUR OPINION MATTERS**
HAVE YOUR VOICE BE HEARD - BECOME A PARENT LEADER - GET INVOLED
It has recently come to my attention that at this time there are several agencies and committees that are actively looking for parents who are interested in attending and serving on their boards. Below is information regarding those position(s).
Together in Partnership This is a 5-year strategic plan for all of Brevard County Looking for a parent who is familiar with or has used social services within the community. Meets one time a month Healthy Start Looking for parents with a child 0-5 years of age Meets one time a month, generally on a Friday Healthy Start subcommittee on birth disparities in the African American community A short-term commitment The next meeting will be in March If you would be interested in serving on any of these boards please contact Sharon Tolson for further details at tolson.sharon@brevardschools.org or call 321-633-1000 extension 540
SURVEY FOR PARENTS OF STUDENTS WITH AN IEP IN EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION (ESE) Is your school supporting your involvement in your child’s education?
What?
The Florida Department of Education is conducting a survey designed to provide the state with information on how well schools are supporting parents’ involvement in their child’s education. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), states must report this information to the federal government on an annual basis. When?
February 1 through June 30, 2011. Who?
All parents of children with disabilities and a current IEP in grades preschool to 12. (Note: This survey is not about the gifted programs and services.) How?
Go online to www.ESEsurvey.com to complete the survey.
Results?
Survey results are reported to the United States Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, as part of Florida’s Annual Performance Report and are posted on the Florida Department of Education’s Website at www.fldoe.org/ese. Improvement activities are determined based on the survey report. Progress is monitored through the annual parent survey. No names will be released in any report. All responses are confidential. What can you do?
The responses to the survey provide important information for planning and monitoring improvement activities. This survey, conducted once a year, provides parents with a unique opportunity to be heard.
GOVERNOR'S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES SURVEY
Hello all,
FAAST INC. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICE LOAN PROGRAM NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY FAST Inc. Assistive Technology Device Loan Program Needs Assessment Survey The Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and
Technology, Inc. is currently providing statewide and regional assistive technology device loan programs and we would appreciate your input as we conduct an assistive technology device loan needs assessment survey. This needs assessment survey will assist us in our work to continue to provide effective and responsive assistive technology device loans that are helpful in addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities, family members, disability organizations and other professionals who serve individuals with disabilities. Please take a moment to complete this assistive technology device loan needs assessment survey as your input together with data on frequently requested assistive technology devices to loan will help us determine what assistive technology devices would be most helpful to loan that responds to individuals with disabilities and those who serve them. Click on link provided to access survey. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BVLFT9V
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