Fall Parent Conference
Filed Under Assistive Technology, Autism, Early Childhood, Hearing Impaired / Deaf, Occupational/Physical Therapy, Parent Perspectives
Fall Parent Conference to be held on October 22, 2010 from 9:30 – 2:30.
Region 14/Hopewell Center
5350 W. New Market Rd. Hillsboro, OH 45133
Free Conference for Family Members of Individuals with Disabilities
Lunch is provided
Door prizes
$25 stipend for Family Members (must register by Oct. 15)
Keynote Address: Positive Behavior Supports
Breakout Sessions: IEP, OCALI, and Leisure Time Activities and Games
To Register: Contact Sherry Campton at 937-393-1904, ext. 126 or
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2010 – 2011 Parent Advisory Council Members
Filed Under Parent Perspectives
Adams County/Ohio Valley: Chrishana Hopkins, one vacancy
Manchester: Amy Lofton, Debbie Morrison
Eastern Brown: Charlotte Barnes, Sarah Kohler
Fayetteville-Perry: Shayna Hansel, one vacancy
Georgetown: Sally Mount, one vacancy
Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington: Michele Eichner, Rhonda Freidhoff
Western Brown: Ricquel Stinson, one vacancy
Washington C.H.: Amy Evans, Mark & Jill Sestina
Miami Trace: Nora DeBruin, one vacancy
Blanchester: two vacancies
Clinton-Massie: Bonnie Hankey, Patty Johnson
East Clinton: Stephanie Blessing, Amy Luttrell
Wilmington: Roberta Naylor, one vacancy
Bright: Bruce & Susie Frazer, one vacancy
Fairfield: two vacancies
Greenfield: Heather Gibson, Karen McGuire
Hillsboro: Kristy French, Ana Lopez
Lynchburg-Clay: Tracy Boler, Dia Tipton
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Fall Parent Conference 2009
Filed Under Parent Perspectives, Uncategorized
The annual Parent Conference was held on October 23, 2009 at Region 14/Hopewell Center. It was a wonderful event with approximately 40 family members in attendance.
The keynote address was presented by OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence) representatives, Julie Short, Donna Owens, & Heather Bridgeman. They explained their web site and the resources they provide. Many useful assistive technology items were displayed and may be borrowed through OCALI’s lending library.
Topics for the afternoon breakout sessions were: Post-secondary Transition, Stress Relievers, and Postive Behavior Supports.
Post-secondary Transition was presented by Sue Beck. She provided attendees with a folder printed with an outline to track goals from graduation backward . This will be helpful when setting goals for planning and at the IEP meeting. Ms. Beck discussed the requirements of the Post-secondary transition plan and the advantages to the student to have an effective transition plan in place.
The Stress Reliever session was presented by Jinnifer Daugherty. She provided many useful ideas and tips to relieve stress. Ms. Daugherty discussed the effects of stress and how to measure one’s stress level.
Cathy Heizman spoke on the benefits of Positive Behavior Suppports and the many ways the supports can help students succeed in the school. Ms. Heizman discussed the differences between punishment and discipline and their characteristics. She also gave valuable information on Behavior Intervention Plans.
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Surrogate Parent Training 2009-2010
Filed Under Parent Perspectives, Special Education
Surrogate Parent Training
Region 14/Hopewell
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- October 26, 2009
- January 25, 2010
- March 22, 2010
- May 17, 2010
Contact: Amy Luttrell 937-393-1904, ext 142
http://aluttrell@ohioregion14.org
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Ten ways to prevent camp tragedies
Filed Under Parent Perspectives
Helpful tips to help avoid summer camp mishaps:
1. Don’t keep secrets
2. Provide references
3. Ask questions
4. Look for warning signs
5. Get extra help
6. Keep in touch
7. Hang around
8. Talk to your child
9. Do some role playing
10. Consider alternatives
More information is available at : http://specialchildren.about.com/od/inthecommunity/tp/safecamp.htm
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Successful Transitions Preschool through Graduation
Filed Under Parent Perspectives, Uncategorized
- Allow your child to spend time with other adults and children.
- Discuss positive things about school.
- Allow your child to become used to school items. (i.e. scissors, crayons, pencils)
- Have your child follow simple directions and do tasks, this will build independence.
- Visit the school, playground, tour the building, and locate the bathroom.
- Talk with your child, you may be surprised by their thoughts.
- Read the school handbook.
- Read and share handbook with student.
- Visit the school web site.
- Visit new buildings.
- Discuss the type of choices your child may face.
- Express your confidence in student’s abilities.
- Make time for orientation or open house events.
- Discuss the rules and explain them.
- Explain the physical and social changes that students will be dealing with.
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Golden Buckeye Cards for Individuals 18 and older
Filed Under Autism, Parent Perspectives
Individuals ages 18-59 with Disabilities (as defined by Social Security) can apply at most public libraries and senior centers. Documentation to verify disability must be one of the following:
- A Medicare card
- SSDI or SSI acceptance letter
- A copy of any document certifying permanent and total disability issued by the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, Industrial Commission, Bureau of Disability Determination or MR/DD
- A copy of any document certifying permanent and total (100%) disability issued by any Federal or Ohio public employee retirement system
For sign-up-site assistance with application instructions or questions, call 1-614-466-6525.
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Survival Strategies for Taking Tests II
Filed Under Parent Perspectives, Uncategorized
Before you Begin:
Preview the test before you answer anything. This gets you thinking about the material. Make sure to note the point value of each question. This will give you some ideas on budgeting your time.
Quickly calculate how much time you should allow for each section according to the point value. (you don’t want to spend 30 minutes on an essay queston that counts only 5 points.)
During the Test:
Read the directions. (Can more than one answer be correct? Are you penalized for guessing ? etc.) Never assume that you know what the directions say.
Answer the easy questions first. This will give you the confidence and momentum to get through the rest of the test. You are sure these answers are correct.
Go back to the difficult questions. While looking over the test and doing the easy questions, your subconscious mind will have been working on the answers to the harder ones. Also, later items on the test might give you useful or needed information for earlier items. On scrap paper, keep a record of the unanswered items to return to, if time permits.
Answer all questions (unless you are penalized for wrong answers.)
Circle key words in difficult questions. This will force you to focus on the central point.
Make sure to record the answer in the correct place on the answer sheet.
Express difficult questions in your own words. Rephrasing can make it clear to you, but be sure you don’t change the meaning of the question.
Use all of the time allotted for the test. If you have extra time, cover up your answers and actually rework the question. Have time at the end of the exam to review your test and make sure you haven’t left out any answers or parts of answers. This is diffcult to do under the stress of exams, but it often keeps you from making needless errors.
Review: Resist the urge to hand in your test as soon as you have completed all the items Review your test to make sure that you have answered all questions, not mismarked the answer sheet, or made some other simple mistake.
Proofread your writing for spelling, grammar, punctuation, decimal points, etc.
Produced by the Greene County ESC – Oct 2004
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Fun Education Links
Filed Under Early Childhood, Parent Perspectives, Uncategorized
These sites offers fun things to do on those snowy, cold, no school days!!!
Crayola offers a wealth of educational games for children, arts and crafts ideas for families.
Funbrain offers reading games, math games and brain puzzlers for children in grades K-8.
MightyBook helps children develop literacy skills, this site features animated books, stories, jokes and games.
National Geographic Kids is part of the National Geographic Society’s mission to “encourage geography education for students and promote natural and cultural conservation.”
National Institute for Literacy Provides free articles and publications on how parents and families can help their children learn to read.
Noggin has games, activities and videos for preschool age children designed to help them connect learning experiences.
PBS Kids and PBS Parents form the Public Boadcasting system offers this site with information on child development and interactive learning games.
Reading Rockets offer strategies and tools for parents, families and teachers to help children improve their reading skills.
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Survival Strategies for Taking Tests
Filed Under Parent Perspectives
Students may experience anxiety about tests and may experience heightened anxiety before a testing situation. A certain degree of test anxiety is normal and may help students prepare more effectively, work more efficiently, and remain focused during testing. Too much anxiety, however, can negatively affect performance. The following strategies may assist students, parents, and teachers in reducing test anxiety.
Student Strategies for Reducing Test Anxiety:
- Think of the test as an opportunity to show what you know.
- Relax, breathe deeply and stay focused on the test.
- Remember the test is only one way your academic performance is measured.
- Take a few deep breaths to relax tense muscles. Repeat throughout the test. This process will help you stay relaxed and to make more energy available for remembering, thinking, and writing.
- Be sure you are well rested before the exam.
- Eat nutritious food before taking the test.
- Exercise will help reduce tension and stimulate thinking.
- Take a shower: warm water relaxes some people, cold water stimulates others.
- Allow yourself enough time to get to class without feeling rushed.
- Develop a positive attitude. Tell yourself that you can do this and believe in yourself.
- Wear a watch or be sure you can see a clock.
- Scan the test and answer the questions you know first. That is a great confidence builder.
- Don’t panic if you cannot think of an answer, and DO NOT let that throw off your concentration for the rest of the test. If you answer other questions, you just might trigger the memory for the missed answer.
Watch for more Survival Tips in the months to come.
Produced by the Greene County ESC – Oct 2004
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