Special Needs School Fair at the JCC and Workshops Too

All events at the JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, www.jccmanhattan.org

2007 Special Needs School Fair

The School Fair will provide a convenient and accessible forum for the special needs community to explore and become informed about the wide range of special needs schools located in Manhattan. You will have the opportunity to meet with special needs nursery and elementary school representatives to learn more about what their schools have to offer.

Wed, Nov 28
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The Evaluation Process:Everything You Always Wanted to Know

If you are concerned about your child's development or have been advised to seek an evaluation, then this program should be an invaluable resource. Facilitated by Dr. Marilyn C. Agin, MD, FAAP, MA, CCC/SLP, neuro-developmental pediatrician and author. Dr. Agin will discuss how to begin, the professionals you will need, what will be expected of your child, the assessment tools used, what the results mean, who gets the results and how will they be used to help your child.

Thu, Oct 25
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$20.00 - Member
$25.00 - Non-Member
HSREVP00F8

Due Process Impartial Hearings: Doing Your Own

Regina Skyer, noted attorney and child advocate, has designed this six-week course to teach and empower parents of special needs children to do their own impartial hearing. This class will cover an overview of relevant laws and regulations, how to write a hearing request, what to disclose, who to subpoena and how to prepare witnesses. A mock hearing with an opportunity to play dual roles and an overview of the decision and appeal process will also be part of the curriculum. Limited to 12.

6 times on Thursdays
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Nov 1 - Dec 13
Except: Nov 22
$180.00 - Member
$240.00 - Non-Member
HSRDPI00F8

Sunday Movie Matinees: Autism Every Day

Autism Every Day Autism Every Day takes its audience inside the lives of eight families struggling to raise children with autism, a neurobiological disorder that now affects 1 in every 150 children. It is an unvarnished portrayal of the unrelenting, 24-hour-a-day challenges faced by these families and thousands like them as they confront the heartbreak of autism with uncompromising hope and unconditional love. The documentary film, produced by Autism Speaks, premiered at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival.

Sun, Nov 4
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
HSRSMM00F8

Other Special Needs Parenting Workshops this Fall
Learning Differences Don't Have to Be Disabilities:A Conversation with Dana Buchman and Leda Molly
Holistic Neurology:Everything You Always Wanted to Know
Sibling Relationships:When One Is Different

Autism the Musical at Mead Film Festival, also Praying with Lior

Autism: The Musical
Tricia Regan. 2006. 93 min. (US)

This joyous, unsentimental portrait of Elaine Hall and the children of the Miracle Project provides a glimpse into the lives of five families as they struggle with the ups and downs of raising a child with autism. The film follows the children over the course of one year and features a dedicated woman who believes that through a musical, these children will discover the world outside themselves.

Saturday, November 10
5:45 pm, Program F4
Co-presenter: Autism Speaks and Tribeca Film Festival
Discussion with director

Praying with Lior
Ilana Trachtman. 2007. 87 min. (US) NY Premiere

This film introduces Lior Liebling, also called the “little rebbe.” Lior has Down syndrome and has spent his entire life praying with utter abandon. Is he a “spiritual genius,” as many around him say, or simply the vessel that contains everyone’s unfulfilled wishes and expectations? As Lior approaches his bar mitzvah, different characters provide a window into life spent “praying with Lior.” The film challenges the way people with disabilities are perceived and received by faith communities.

Sunday, November 11
5:15 pm, Program F16
Co-presenter: The Center for Religion and Media at New York University
Discussion with director

For tickets and locations, www.amnh.org/mead

Eden II/Genesis Parent & Professional Workshops

EDEN II/GENESIS PROGRAMS FALL 2007 WORKSHOPS

EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKSHOPS
November 5, 6, & 8

FALL AUTISM WORKSHOPS
November 13, 15, & 16

Four Points by Sheraton, 33 South Service Road, Plainview, NY



Utilizing scientifically validated treatment procedures, Eden II/Genesis Programs has been a leader in the effective intervention and education of individuals with autism over the past 30 years. In an effort to disseminate sound information about autism spectrum disorders and provide training and support, Eden II/Genesis Programs will offer the following fall workshops.

For more workshop information or to receive a workshop brochure, please contact
Marissa Bennett 516.937.1397 Ext. 217 or mbennett@eden2.org
The workshop brochure can be viewed and downloaded online at www.eden2.org

EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKSHOPS

These early childhood workshops are designed to assist in the development of effective treatment programs for young children affected by autism spectrum disorders and are targeted to professionals and parents seeking information for children in the early intervention through preschool age range.

1. USING TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE SOCIAL AND LANGUAGE SKILLS FOR YOUNG LEARNERS WITH AUTISM
Dana Battaglia, MA, CCC-SLP

This workshop will provide information on a variety of computer, video-, and audio-based instructional methods that can be used to teach skills to children with autism. Specifically, the use of PowerPoint lessons to improve social skills, vocabulary skills, language skills reviewed. The use of video technology will be discussed in relation to teaching language concepts to individuals with autism. In addition, strategies for script usage, fading and generalization will be discussed.

Monday, November 5, 2007
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $75


2. STRATEGIES FOR PROMOTING VOCALIZATIONS AND SPEECH AS WELL AS ENHANCING INTELLIGIBILITY IN CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
Joanne Gerenser, PhD, CCC-SLP

The development of speech is often a significant challenge for many learners with autism. In fact, 30-50 % of children with autism may not develop functional speech. For many, direct instruction is often necessary to establish a vocal and verbal repertoire. This workshop will provide an overview of the challenges often present in acquiring speech in young learners with autism. Strategies for promoting vocal and verbal skills in children with little or no speech will be presented. Programming to enhance speech intelligibility, fluency as well as intonation and volume will also be addressed.

Tuesday, November 6, 2007
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $75


3. BEHAVIORAL BASED STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING INSTRUCTION FOR YOUNG LEARNERS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS
Mary McDonald, PhD, BCBA

This workshop will provide participants with information regarding the use of strategies based in the principles of applied behavior analysis to improve outcomes in young learners with ASD. Sample topics will include the use of behavioral momentum, exclusion training and using multiple exemplars and general case strategy.

Thursday, November 8, 2007
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $75

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A certificate of attendance will be given to all registrants.
ASHA CEUs will be offered for workshops 1 & 2


FALL AUTISM WORSKHOPS

These workshops are designed to offer training in the understanding and implementation of applied behavior analysis (ABA) procedures for individuals across the autism spectrum. These workshops are open to professionals and parents and workshop content is suitable for intervention with individuals of all ages and functioning levels across the autism spectrum.


1. PROMOTING LEARNING: INCORPORATING TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CLASSROOM
Dana Battaglia, MA, CCC-SLP

This workshop will provide information on a variety of computer, video-, and audio-based instructional methods that can be used to teach skills to children with autism in an academic setting. Specifically, the use of PowerPoint lessons to improve vocabulary and language skills will be reviewed. The use of video technology will be discussed in relation to teaching language concepts. Audio scripts will be presented to demonstrate acquisition of language in the context of play. Direct relevance to the Learning Standards will be discussed. Curriculum samples will be provided and will assist attendees with future curriculum development.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $100

2. CONDUCTING A FUNCTIONAL BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT (FBA)
Frank Cicero, PhD, BCBA

Children with autism will frequently exhibit a range of challenging behavior. The first step in designing an effective treatment for challenging behavior is to conduct a functional behavior assessment (FBA). It is from the information gathered through an FBA that you can determine why the individual engages in challenging behavior. A function-based treatment program can then be developed. In this workshop, the speaker will present the audience with the theory behind conducting an FBA. The audience will then be presented with a number of methods for conducting an FBA and will learn how to interpret the data gathered from an FBA. The workshop will conclude with information on how to transform your information from your FBA into an effective treatment.

Thursday, November 15, 2007
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $100


3. DEVELOPING SOCIAL SKILLS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS: FROM ASSESSMENT TO INTERVENTION
Mary McDonald, PhD, BCBA

This session will focus on assessment strategies and tools that can be used to assist educators or parents in their goal planning in the area of socialization for students with ASD. Social behavior (verbal and non-verbal) will be discussed. Specific tools will be reviewed as they pertain to the assessment process. Developing a comprehensive assessment through Individualized student assessment will be discussed as it relates to both standardized and non-standardized tools. There will be further discussion on developing intervention in the area of social skills as it pertains to the individual student.

Friday, November 16, 2007
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview
Fee: $100

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A certificate of attendance will be given to all registrants.
ASHA CEUs will be offered for workshops 1 & 3

WORKSHOP FACULTY

Dana Battaglia, MA, CCC-SLP
Ms. Battaglia received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from C.W. Post/Long Island University, and her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from St. John’s University in Queens, New York. She is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped in New York State. Ms. Battaglia holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). She has conducted presentations on autism and speech-language related topics at the local, state and national levels. She has worked in a variety of public and private settings including Early Intervention. Ms. Battaglia is the Clinical Coordinator of Outreach Services at the Eden II/Genesis School and is pursuing her Doctorate degree at the City University of New York in Speech and Hearing Sciences. In addition, she is an adjunct instructor at Hofstra University.

Frank Cicero, PhD, BCBA
Dr. Cicero is currently the Director of Psychological Services for Eden II Programs. He is a certified school psychologist receiving his Masters degree from the City University of New York Graduate Center and recently completed his doctorate. Dr. Cicero has presented at local and national conferences on a variety of topics related to applied behavior analysis, autism and school psychology. He also has published in the area of toilet training and developmental disabilities. Dr. Cicero also serves as the membership chairperson for the New York State Association for Behavior Analysis.

Joanne Gerenser, PhD, CCC-SLP
Dr. Gerenser is the Executive Director of the Eden II Programs. She received her Master’s Degree at the Ohio State University and her PhD in Speech and Hearing Science at the City University of New York Graduate Center. Dr. Gerenser is a past-president of the New York State Association for Behavior Analysis and a member of the Scientific Advisory Council for the Organization for Autism Research. She is the Vice President of the Board of the Interagency Council for Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Dr. Gerenser is an adjunct Associate Professor at Brooklyn College as well as Penn State University. She has authored several book chapters and articles on speech language disorders in autism and developmental disabilities. Dr. Gerenser serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis-Speech Language Pathology.

Mary E. McDonald, PhD, BCBA
Dr. McDonald is currently the Director of Outreach for Eden II Programs providing training and consultation to various programs and school districts. She has over 17 years experience working with children with autism utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. She completed her PhD in Learning Theory at the CUNY Graduate Center and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Dr. McDonald served as the Director of The Genesis School from its inception in 1995 to 2007. Dr. McDonald has also worked in early intervention programs providing supervision, training and consultation for almost 10 years. She participates on a number of advisory boards and committees that serve individuals with autism. Dr. McDonald is currently an Assistant Professor in the Special Education Department at Hofstra University.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Fees are nonrefundable, unless cancellation notification is provided at least 48 hours prior to workshop.

Make checks payable to Eden II Programs, and mail registration form and fee to:
Eden II/Genesis Programs
270 Washington Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803
Attention: Marissa Bennett

For More Information: Phone: 516-937-1397 X217 mbennett@eden2.org

REGISTRATION FORM:

Name:

Title:

Affiliation:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone: Email:

Please check workshops attending:

EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKSHOPS
$75.00 Per Workshop

___ 1. Using Technology To Increase Social and Language Skills for Young Learners with Autism

___ 2. Strategies for Promoting Vocalizations and Speech as well as Enhancing Intelligibility in Children with Autism

___ 3. Behavioral Based Strategies for Improving Instruction for Young Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders

FALL AUTISM WORKSHOPS
$100 Per Workshop

___ 1. Promoting Learning: Incorporating Technology Into the Classroom

___ 2. Conducting A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)

___ 3. Developing Social Skills for Individuals with ASD: From Assessment to Intervention


Directions to Four Points by Sheraton Plainview, 333 South Service Road, Plainview, NY 11803

Traveling from the East:
Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Round Swamp Road (Exit 48). Proceed down the exit ramp to traffic light. Turn left onto Round Swamp Road and proceed through traffic light. Once you pass the Mobil Gas Station, make a right into the Race Palace parking lot. Proceed 50 yards to the Hotel Entrance.
Traveling from the West
Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Round Swamp Road (Exit 48). Proceed down the exit ramp (merge into the right lane). The hotel entrance will be on the right.

YAI Autism Conference: Fred Volkmar, 11/1

YAI presents A Full-Day Conference

Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and other Related Conditions: Diagnosis, Assessment and Treatment

Featuring:
Dr. Fred Volkmar
Irving B. Harris Professor and Director,
Yale Child Study Center

Overview and Objectives:
This day long workshop synthesizes current research and practice on the diagnosis, assessment, treatment, and evaluation of autism spectrum disorders and related conditions.

Participants will:
Learn to distinguish diagnostic issues for various ASDs, and the relationship between core strengths and weaknesses as revealed during assessment.
Understand the implications for learning, social-communication skills, and behavioral issues will be discussed relative to treatment.
Acquire current knowledge regarding the most up-to-date research and its implications for treatment.

Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007
8:15 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Location: McGraw Hill Auditorium
1221 Avenue of the Americas, NYC (Entrance on 49th Street, close to 6th Ave.)
Take the escalator to the Auditorium on the 2nd Floor.
Closest subway access: B,D,F,V lines to "47-50 Sts Rockefeller Center"

Fee: $175 (includes continental breakfast) No refunds after October 22nd. $95 for Parents, according to a post on insideschools.org's forums.

Please register early as space is limited. For more information, contact Aimee Hoffner at ahoffner@yai.org or 212-273-6255.

For more details and online registration:
http://yai.convio.net/site/Calendar/351318775?view=Detail&id=1581

DD Council Family Resource Fairs

Each borough's Develomental Disability Council holds a family resource fair, with expo tables for agencies and trainings for parents and professionals. If you aren't plugged into needed services, this is a great place to start. If you are entering a new phase of services, this is a good place to get a sense of what is out there.

Friday, November 2 -- 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Queens Family Support Conference and Resource Fair
Sheraton La Guardia East Hotel 135-20 39th Avenue, Flushing
More info: http://www.qcdd.org

Thursday, November 8 -- 9:30 to 2 PM
Brooklyn Family Support Conference and Resource Fair
Borough Hall, Brooklyn

Thursday, November 29 -- 10 AM to 2 PM
Manhattan Family Support Conference and Resource Fair
St. Paul the Apostle, Amsterdam Avenue between 59th & 60th Streets

These events are free to families, and some offer a cash raffle. A great place to find out about waiver and non-waiver recreation, respite, and family reimbursement services.

Autism, Bullying & Classroom Strategies in Long Island

AHA Presents Two-Day Conference on Autism, Bullying and Classroom Strategies

AHA (Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association) will present its 17th annual fall conference, Issues in Education for School Age Children on the Autism Spectrum, on Monday and Tuesday, October 22 and 23, 2007 at Eastern Suffolk BOCES in Holbrook. Nationally known speakers will provide attendees – educators, parents, and related professionals – with current and effective strategies for the appropriate education of the higher functioning student with autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorders and other related conditions.

On Day One, keynote Dennis Debbaudt, author and Law Enforcement Trainer, will talk about Proactive Strategic Plans for Schools (ICE -In Case of Emergency); Rebekah Heinrichs, author of “Perfect Targets: Asperger Syndrome and Bullying” will focus on Bullying Interventions and Strategies.

Day Two features Lynda Geller, Ph.D., Clinical Director of the Asperger Institute at NYU Child Study Center, presenting What Do ASD Students Need in a School Program, followed by another terrific annual Teen Panel. The conference wraps up with education specialists Dorothy Siegel, M.P.A. and Juliet Williams, Psy.D., presenting on Effective Strategies for Your Classroom.

Brochures are online at: www.ahaNY.org, information at: info@ahaNY.org or by calling 516.470.0360. Members receive discounted fees for all conferences. We also accept school Purchase Orders.

Deadline for pre-registration is 10/15. Walk-in fee’s available. Registration includes a continental breakfast, boxed lunch and all conference materials.

Complete program for download at http://www.ahany.org/documents/FallconfBrochure2007_000.pdf

FECA White Plains Conference: Carol Gray and Dan Olmstead

"STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE" CONFERENCE
New Insights Into the Research, Education and Treatment of Autism
Friday, November 9, 2007

Register online or download complete brochure at: http://www.fecainc.org/news_feca_events_conference.htm

Carol Gray is the Director of The Gray Centerfor Social Learning and Understanding in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has completedover 22 years of employment with Jenison Public Schools in Jenison, Michigan, initially as a teacher with students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and in recent years as a consultant to students with ASD in inclusive educational programs. In 1991, Carol developed Social Stories™ and Comic Strip Conversations strategies that are used worldwide with children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). She has publisheds everal resources on topics related to children and adults with ASD, including articles on bullying, death and dying, and how to teach social understanding. She is the recipient of the Barbara Lipinski Award for her international contribution to the education and welfare of people with ASD.

Dan Olmsted is an investigative reporter and senior editor for United Press International (UPI), and wrote “The Age of Autism” Report Series. His columns on health and medicine appeared regularly in the Washington Times and were syndicated nationally from UPI’s Washington D.C. bureau.

Parent Ed at SNACK: 11/2 and 12/7

SNACK's Parent Education Series continues with a follow up to last semester's Parent Education Session about Integrative Approaches and reprises Amy Davies Lackey on Surviving the Holiday Season.

Friday, November 2nd, 6-8pm

A Parent's Perspective-A Follow-up to "Integrative Approaches for Children with Developmental Disabilities"
SNACK parent, Dave Sandler will speak about his experiences with integrative approaches and help you to understand what you, as a parent, may expect.

Friday, December 7th, 6-8pm

Tips for Surviving the Holidays
Dr. Amy Davies Lackey will present holiday tips for parents during SNACK's Annual Holiday Party.

Both sessions run, from 6pm-8pm at SNACK @ Go Fish, 220 E. 86th St. between 2nd and 3rd Ave. Light refreshments will be served.

The admission for this session is $25 per family.

If you require childcare, admission is $40 per family.

We only will be able to accommodate ten children for childcare on a first come-first served basis and must receive an RSVP for childcare by Monday, October 22nd for the November 2 event.

Please register soon to info@snacknyc.com or 212-439-9996! We look forward to seeing you there!

Mt. Sinai/Seaver Center Autism Conference

Advances in Autism Conference: NEW INSIGHTS IN THE DIAGNOSIS, NEUROBIOLOGY, GENETICS, AND TREATMENT OF AUTISM

Temple Grandin and Daniel Tammet are speaking at this conference.

Complete program and registration form at: http://www.mssm.edu/psychiatry/autism/pdf/brochure.pdf

With an increasing number of autism diagnoses and a rapidly aging young adult
population with autism, there is a need to increase the sophistication of the
diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of autism and autism spectrum disorders
and share this information with psychiatrists, neurologists, other health care
professionals, and consumers/family members.

The expected outcome, as a result of this activity, would be a general update and
enhancement of knowledge related to the accurate recognition, diagnosis, and
treatment of autism and Asperger’s Disorder. With this knowledge, physicians,
health care professionals, and teachers can better serve the autistic population
and ultimately provide optimal services to their patients with autism and
Asperger’s Disorder. For families that attend, this conference will inform them of
the current trends in diagnosis, research, and treatment and provide
options/resources they might otherwise not have had access to.

Our conference is a one-day event held at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. It
includes a series of lectures and workshops given by accomplished professionals
in the field of autism. The purpose of the conference is to advance knowledge of
the practicing psychiatrist, neurologist, healthcare professional, and
consumers/family members as to the accurate recognition, diagnosis, and
treatment of autism and Asperger’s Disorder.

AHRC Family Day Conference: Meri Krassner

Facing the Challenges and Discovering the Opportunities:
Having a Family Member with an Intellectual or Other Developmental Disability
Saturday, October 27, 2007 -- 10:00-1:30pm
NEW LOCATION
St. Francis College, 182 Remsen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Download program and registration form at http://www.ahrcnyc.org/pdf/familyday07.pdf

Meri Krassner was our Family Day keynote speaker in 2002. We have asked her to return to give us an update on the challenges and opportunities she has faced. When you hear her speak you will understand why we have asked her for an encore!
Meri Krassner is the mother of Rachel, now 23, who graduated from college last year, and Daniel, now 19, a student at the Manhattan Occupational Training Center Annex. Daniel is an individual with multiple handicaps and intellectual disabilities. He was born full-term, weighing 9 pounds, but within the first few months of life it became clear that he had many medical problems and he began receiving Early Intervention services at 4 months.
Ms. Krassner became an active advocate when Daniel was a preschooler and has continued in that role. She will speak about her experiences from the time she discovered that Daniel had a disability up until the current time, her feelings and those of other family members, the difficulties she has experienced, as well as the joys, and the people and the resources she found available in the community.

Resources For Children Workshops, Fall 07 & Spring 08

Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
Fall 2007 – Spring 2008 FREE Workshops:

What’s Out There and How to Get It …
Workshops for families and professionals seeking programs and services for New York City children, youth and young adults with disabilities. Refreshments served. We regret that no child care is available.

In the Bronx: At the Jewish Child Care Association, 555 Bergen Avenue, Bronx, 10455
1 Advocacy Skills for Parents, November 7, 2007, 10 am – 1pm
2 Transition from School to Adult Life, December 5, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
3 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, February 6, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
4 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, March 5, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
5 Community Resources, April 9, 2008, 10 am – 12 pm

At the FRIENDS Program at Visiting Nurse Service of New York, 489-493 East 153rd Street, 2nd Floor, Bronx, 10455
6 Transition from School to Adult Life, November 9, 2007, 10 am – 1pm
7 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, December 7, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
8 Transition from School to Adult Life, February 29, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
9 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, March 7, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
10 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, April 4, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
11 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, May 2, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
12 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, June 6, 2008, 10 am – 1pm
13 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, June 20, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm

In Brooklyn: At the Brooklyn Heights Public Library, 280 Cadman Plaza W., Brooklyn, 11201
14 Transition from School to Adult Life, Oct 24, 2007, 10 – 1 pm
15 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, October 31, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
16 Advocacy Skills for Parents, November 14, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
17 Community Resources, December 12, 2007, 10 am – 12 pm
18 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, January 16, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
19 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, January 23, 2008, 10 am – 1pm

At the Central Library Grand Army Plaza, Flatbush Avenue/Eastern Parkway, 11238
20 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, October 30, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
21 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, November 27, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
22 Transition from School to Adult Life, December 18, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
23 Transition from School to Adult Life, January 29, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
24 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, February 26, 2008, 10 am – 1pm
25 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, March 20, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
26 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, April 15, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm

In Manhattan: At the Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library, 40 West 20th Street, NYC, 10011
27 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, November 13, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
28 Transition from School to Adult Life, November 20, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
29 Advocacy Skills for Parents, November 27, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
30 Community Resources, December 4, 2007, 10 am – 12 pm
31 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, December 18, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm

At the West Harlem Head Start, 121 West 128th Street, NYC, 10027
32 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, March 12, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
33 Community Resources, March 19, 2008, 10 am – 12 pm
34 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, March 26, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm

At Resources for Children with Special Needs,116 E. 16th St., 5th Fl., NYC, 10003
35 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, November 15, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
36 Turning 5: Transition to School Age, January 15, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
37 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, February 13, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
38 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, March 13, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
39 Community Resources, March 27, 2008, 6 pm – 8 pm
40 Transition from School to Adult Life, April 2, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
41 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, April 10, 2008, 6 pm – 8 pm

In Queens: At the Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, 11432
42 Community Resources, January 3, 2008, 10 am – 12 pm
43 Advocacy Skills for Parents, January 10, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
44 Transition from School to Adult Life, January 17, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
45 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, January 24, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
46 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, February 7, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm

On Staten Island: At the Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center of Staten Island, 1466 Manor Road, SI, 10314
47 Getting Appropriate Educational Services, December 11, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm
48 Early Childhood Services: Birth to 5, January 8, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
49 Transition from School to Adult Life, February 12, 2008, 10 am – 1 pm
50 Advocacy Skills for Parents, March 18, 2008, 10 am – 1pm
51 Community Resources, April 15, 2008, 10 am – 12 pm

Registration Form (we will confirm your registration)

Name_________________________________________________________

Address_______________________________________________Apt_____

City_____________State______Zip__

Daytime Phone__________________________

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Email__________________________

Parent____ Professional____


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To register, please print clearly and MAIL or FAX to:
Gary Shulman, M.S.Ed.
Resources for Children w/ Special Needs, Inc.
116 East 16th Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10003
FAX: (212) 254-4070

For more information, email or call:
Gary Shulman, M.S.Ed. at (212) 677–4650 gshulman@resourcesnyc.org

EI and CPSE Transition Trainings for NYC Parents

RCSN is part of the NYC Training Collaborative on Early Intervention (NYCTC), coordinated by the InterAgency Council, www.iacny.org. Specially designed 3-hour training sessions for parents and families of children birth to 3, with developmental delays or disabilities, are presented with support from the NY State Department of Health’s Early Intervention Program. For additional information, contact RCSN’s Early Childhood specialist, Nina Lublin, at (212) 677- 4650, ext. 24, or nina@resourcesnyc.org.
To register, circle the letter(s) of the workshop(s) you want to attend on the attached registration form and fax the form to (212) 254-4070, mail to RCSN, Inc., 116 East 16th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003 or visit www.iacny.org/early_intervention.htm.
Check RCSN or IAC Web sites for updated information to the Fall 2007/Spring 2008 Early Intervention workshop schedule.

A. September 19, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at Eden II, 94 Wright Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303
“Family Information Session – Overview of Early Intervention/Understanding Service Coordination”

B. October 2, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at West Harlem Head Start, 121 West 128th Street, New York, NY 10027
“Family Information Session – Transition from Early Intervention”

C. October 3, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at Guild for Exceptional Children, 260 68th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220
“Family Information Session – Overview of Early Intervention/Understanding Service Coordination”

D. November 7, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at Guild for Exceptional Children, 260 68th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220
“Family Information Session – Transition from Early Intervention”

E. December 6, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at RCSN, Inc., 116 East 16th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003
“Family Information Session – Overview of Early Intervention/Understanding Service Coordination”

F. December 11, 2007, 10 am – 1 pm at United Cerebral Palsy, 1770 Stillwell Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469
“Family Information Session – Transition from Early Intervention”

Camp Fair 2008: Jan 26

RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, INC.
PRESENTS
SPECIAL CAMP FAIR 2008
Summer Programs for Children with Disabilities

FREE ADMISSION !!!!!
When?: Saturday, January 26, 2008 11 AM- 3 PM

Where?: Church of St. Paul the Apostle 405 West 59th Street
(Entrance to Fair on Columbus Avenue near West 60th Street) Manhattan

Sign Language provided

Meet the camp directors
Get a free copy Camps 2008
No child care provided but children are invited to attend

For more information call:

Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
Gary Shulman, MS.Ed.
212-677-4650

www.resourcesnyc.org
www.resourcesnycdatabase.org (searchable website)

Cooke Center Open House Announcement

For some spectrum kids in the city, the Cooke Center programs have been a good place to move on to when a behavioral school was no longer needed and inclusion is a key objective. If that is where you are or where you may be headed, take a look and let us know what you thought.
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COOKE CENTER ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES!
Friday, November 2nd, 9:00 – 11:00am
&
Friday, December 7th, 9:00 – 11:00am
Cooke Center School @ Blessed Sacrament
147 West 70th Street
New York, NY 10023
(Between Broadway and Columbus)
Take the 1,2, or 3 train to 72nd Street. Walk two blocks south, then make a left.

COOKE CENTER ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE!

Friday, January 18th, 9:00 – 11:00am

Cooke Center Academy High School
60 MacDougal Street
New York, NY 10012
(Between Houston and Prince Sts.)
Take the 1 train to Houston Street. Walk one block south to King Street. Make a left, then walk two blocks east to MacDougal Street.

Learn About Our Program, Visit Our Classrooms, And Meet Our Staff!
RSVP to Our Director of Admissions, Billy English
212-477-1297 or benglish@cookecenter.org.
www.cookecenter.org

MyTime Opening and Brooklyn Parent Support Group

My Time Inc.
Parent Support Center for parents of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities providing a non-judgmental, supportive environment for parents, grandparents, and advocates caring for an individual with special needs or disabilities.


PARENT SUPPORT GROUP

Thursday October 11, 2007
7:00 pm
1312 East 84 Street(between Ave N &M)
Brooklyn, NY
Contact Lucina Clarke@718 314 4724(c)
718 763 5426(h)


This is the place to meet, share ideas, support and advocate for your children
The group will meet in Canarsie, Brooklyn, NY monthly.

Grand Opening

PARENT SUPPORT CENTER.
My Time, Inc. as a not-for-profit Parent Support Center for parents of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities and Autism.

Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00am-3:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00-3:00pm
Thursdays: 10:00am- 3:00pm
5:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday: Closed
Place: 1312 East 84 Street
Ground floor.
Contact: Lucina Clarke
718 314 4724/718 763 5426

A place where parents, grandparents, caregivers of a child with a disability can find solace, free expression, relaxation, parent training, workshops and that well deserved break. Come meet other parents connect and network.


Directions: By bus: Take the B17 (Remsen Ave /Seaview Ave) to Ave M. Walk down to east 84 Street. 1312 is Between Ave M and N.
By Car: Take Remsen Ave to Ave N, make a right , drive straight down to E. 84 Street make a right, house is on the left, closer to Ave M.
Belt parkway to Exit 13 (Rockaway Parkway) make a right onto Rockaway parkway to Ave N. make a left on Avenue N. Drive down Ave N to E. 84 Street; make a right onto E. 84
By Train: Take the L train to Rockaway Parkway station (last stop in Brooklyn). Take the B17 (E.80 Street bus) to Ave L and E. 84 Street. Walk down one block to Ave M. House is between M & N
Other buses: B6, B 82 to East 84 Street or make connection/transfer to B 17 at Remsen Ave and follow directions above.
B103 from downtown Brooklyn to AveM and East 85 Street. Walk one block down to East 84 Street

Hunter College Parent Series: Sensory and Behavioral Approaches Seminar

CENTER FOR AUTISM AND RELATED DISABILTIES (CARD) at Hunter College
in collaboration with
Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
and the
Early Childhood Direction Center/Manhattan New York- Presbyterian Hospital

Presents a seminar for families and professionals

Meeting the Needs of Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Their Families in Everyday Life: Sensory and Behavioral Perspectives

Saturday, December 1, 2007 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Room 714 West, Hunter College
(SW corner of E. 68th Street and Lexington Avenue)

Moderator: Professor Shirley Cohen, Director, CARD at Hunter College and author of the book Targeting Autism.

Presenters
Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, pediatric occupational therapist and co-author of the book Raising A Sensory Smart Child

Jamie Bleiweiss, M.A., behavior specialist, consultant for the ASD Nest program, and advanced doctoral student at Stony Brook University

Angela Mouzakitis, M.S. Ed., BCBA, faculty member, Graduate Programs in Special Education at Queens College, consultant for the Intensive Kindergarten, and advanced doctoral student at The Graduate Center of CUNY

Admission is free. To reserve a place, register in advance by leaving an
e-mail message with your name and phone number at: hcard@hunter.cuny.edu or (if you do not have access to e-mail) by calling (212) 772-4822 before Tuesday, November 27, 2007.

Coffee and sign-in at 9:00. Presentation begins promptly at 9:30.

11/8 Social Skills Panel for Adolescence

Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
Invites Educators, Advocates and Parents to a Panel Discussion

Becoming a Player, Part II: Enhancing Social Skills of Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum

Thursday, November 8, 2007 from 5 - 7:30 p.m.
5:00 Coffee Reception with Panelists • 5:30 Panel
Credit Suisse, 11 Madison Avenue at 24th Street,
Auditorium Level 2B

Advance Registration $25 ● At the Door $30 (Space Permitting)

Dr. Jed Baker, a clinical psychologist and Director of the Social Skills Training Project, supervises social skills training for students in the Milburn Public Schools and is a consultant and trainer on social skills throughout the country. Dr. Baker has published four award-winning books on social skills training. In addition, his work to reduce bullying of students with autism in the public schools was recently featured on ABC World News and Nightline.

Dr. Lynda Geller is the Clinical Director of the Asperger Institute at the NYU Child Study Center. Prior to joining NYU, Dr. Geller served for 22 years on the Medical School faculties of Georgetown University and Stony Brook University, where she specialized in the evaluation and treatment of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and other related disabilities, developing social skills programs, educational consultation services, and resource center family supports. She is the founding Executive Director of the Asperger Foundation International.

Rachel Pollock is a parent of an 18-year-old young man with an autism spectrum disorder and is General Counsel and Deputy Director for Planning and Program Development at Job Path, where she oversees both an employment program and a pilot program for young adults with autism spectrum disorders that includes a social skills group and support for individuals as they work, attend college, engage in volunteer work, and plan for independent living.

Moderator: Dr. Shirley Cohen is a Professor in the Department of Special Education at Hunter College. where she has served as Interim Dean of the Hunter College School of Education. She is the author of the book Targeting Autism and will serve as the director of the Hunter College Autism Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD), part of a new network of such centers in New York State. She has directed city, state and foundation grants on autism spectrum disorders.

To register: Mail or fax the form below with your registration fee to:

Panel, Resources for Children with Special Needs
116 East 16th Street, 5th Floor, NY, NY 10003
(212) 677-4650 ● FAX (212) 254-4070
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November 8th Panel Registration Form


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