February 2012
Feb. 23, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. MCPS Proposed Program Enhancements and Changes for Special Education Services for 2012-13 & The Facilitated IEP Process - Monthly MCPS Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting (SEAC)- (usually 4th Thurs., 7:00-7:30 PM, open forum; 7:30-9:30 PM, speakers). This is a chance for parents to ask questions about the IEP process, Gwen Mason, Director of Special Education will lead the discussion. These meetings are open to the public. Baby sitting is provided. Carver Educational Services Center, 850 Hungerford Dr., Rm. 127, Rockville. Community members (parents) who wish to be included in the open forum e-mail Joan Sabaka, VALNTINE20@aol.com, Amuthan Kannan, kannan_Amuthan@hotmail.com.
Feb. 23, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Homework Made Simple: Tips, Tools, and Solutions for Improving Homework for ADHD Students - Speaker Meetings for Adults with and Parents of Children with ADHD, (4th. Thurs., 7:15 PM, registration; 7:30 - 9:15 PM, Speaker). Ann Dolin will present. Twinbrook Library, 202 Meadow Hall Dr., Rockville. Sponsored by CHADD of MC, http://www.chadd-mc.org/2012-jan-montgomery/.
Feb. 23, 9:00 - 10:30 PM. Webinar- Parenting Adopted Children with Anxiety Disorders, $25. Ms. Debbie Riley and Dr. Erin Berman will explore strategies to help adopted children whose lives are seriously impacted by anxiety. There will be time to answer questions. Offered by the Center for Adoption Support and Education, http://www.adoptionsupport.org/cal/index.php, 301-476-8525.
Feb. 25, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Saturday Adaptive Technology Session - Learning Disabilities Software Packages. Moira Williams, of Envision Technology and Speri Silverman present. Davis Library, 6400 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. Offered by the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Disability Resource Center, Library Advisory Committee, Francie Gilman, 240-777-0950.
Feb. 27, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Help! My Child Is Disorganized! Learn skills that you can teach your child to be organized for success in school. Rosa Parks Middle School, 19200 Olney Mill Rd., Olney. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Feb. 27, 9:00 - 11:00 AM. Chelsea School - Open House. School serves students 5th - 12th grade with language based learning differences. 711 Pershing Dr., Silver Spring. Chelsea School, 301-585-1430, ext. 303, www.chelseaschool.edu.
Feb. 28, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Advocacy: What Parents Need to Know. This month’s guest presenters - Weinfeld Education Group. Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City. Sponsored by CHADD of Howard County, http://www.chadd-mc.org/howard-parents/.
Feb. 29, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. *Apps for Autism Workshop, $129. Discover how to identify, review and implement specifically designed apps for autism. AT:LAST Inc., Assistive Technology Learning Center, 7050 Oakland Mills Rd., Suite 160, Columbia. Offered by The Maryland Assistive Technology Cooperative, Susan Garber, 410-381-2667, http://www.matcoop.org/training/training.html.
Feb. 29, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. NEW - Support/Discussion Group for Parents of Young Adults with Learning Disabilities. Parents of adults 21 years old and up with learning disabilities can hear about the experiences of other families and learn what works and what doesn’t. The group’s agenda will be set by participants and facilitated by an experienced facilitator. Strathmore Court Apartments, Community Room, 5440 Marinelli Rd., Bethesda. Sponsored by the Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County, Susan, 301-933-1076, ldamc@ldamc.org.
March 2012
Mar. 1, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. IEP Processes and Safety Issues for Military Parents with Children with Autism and Other Cognitive Disabilities. Guest speaker LTC Scott Campbell will present. Army Community Service, 9800 Belvoir Rd, Bldg. 200, Fort Belvoir. Sponsored by Fort Belvoir and the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Military Communities’ Exception Family Member Programs, Marcia O’Connor, 703-696-8467, TTY 703-696-4675. Childcare provided for a fee.
Mar. 1, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Understanding Your Child’s Personality Type A certified Myers-Briggs Type Indicator practitioner will help you understand your children’s learning styles and ways of responding to others. Gaithersburg Elementary School, 34 N. Summit Ave., Gaithersburg. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 1, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. What Parents Need to Know: NIMH Pediatric Anxiety Seminar. Dr. Erin Martin, Clinical Psychologist will present common signs and symptoms of anxiety in youth, what parents can do to help a child struggling with anxiety, understanding treatment options and current research in pediatric anxiety. Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services, Entrance 1, Room 100, 2334 Gallows Rd., Dunn Loring. Offered by NIMH, register by Feb. 24, 301-402-8225, TTY 1-866-411-1010, kidswithworries@mail.nih.gov.
Mar. 1 - 22, 7:30 - 9:30 PM. Raising Children to Be Resilient ($95/person; $160/couple; $85/PEP member; $145/PEP couple - 4 sessions). For parents of children ages 5 - 18. Learn how to help your child develop resilience. PEP, 10100 Connecticut Ave., Kensington. Offered by the Parent Encouragement Program (PEP), registration required, 301-929-8824, www.parentencouragement.org/.
Mar. 2 - May 12. Family Leadership Institute. Intensive training for parents who want to take their experience in advocating for their children and apply it to their community at large. Participants will learn about mental/behavioral health services and how to access supports as well as network with other parents and professionals. Columbia. Offered by the Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health, Carol Allenza, 410-730-8267, download application form at: http://www.mdcoalition.org/services/family-leadership-institute-fli.
Mar. 3, 12:00 - 3:00 PM. *College Fair for Students with Disabilities. Opportunity to check out over 30 different career, 2 year and 4 year colleges and the services they provide for students with disabilities. Workshops will cover topics such as financial aid, career & academic strategies, federal legislation and much more. Howard Community College, 10901 Patuxent Parkway, Burrill Galleria, Science and Technology Bldg., Columbia. Hosted by Project Access, Dr. Linda Schnapp, 410-518-4625, lschnapp@howardcc.edu, http://www.howardcc.edu/students/academic_support_services/project_access/Events.html.
Mar. 4, April 1, May 6, 1:00 - 5:00 PM. Sibshops, $30/3 meetings*. For kids ages 8-13 with a sibling who has developmental or special health needs. Meet other children, have discussions and fun. Arc of MC, 10611 Tenbrook Dr., Silver Spring. Co-hosted by Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital and the Arc of MC, for more information or to register call 410-578-5169, sibshopsofMaryland@yahoo.com. *Limited number of scholarships available. Registration deadline: Feb. 24.
Mar. 4, 12:00 - 3:00 PM. 2012 Baltimore’s Child Camps and Summer Programs Fair. Excellent opportunity to check out all the summer programs available in the area. Free entertainment for the kids all afternoon. Crowne Plaza Hotel Timonium, 2004 Greenspring Dr., Timonium. Sponsored by Baltimore’s Child, http://www.baltimoreschild.com/fairs/index.cfm?fuse1=camp.
Mar. 5, PM. The Healthy Use of Technology: Setting Limits on the Virtual World, $30/prepaid. Dr. Edward Spector will discuss the healthy use of video games, the internet and smart phones. Har Shalom ECEC, 11510 Falls Rd., Potomac. Offered by Parent University, http://parentuniv.org/workshops.html, 301-468-9343.
Mar. 5, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Special Education: Parents as Advocates and the Family-School Partnership (Part 1 of 4). Learn about the special education process and how to advocate for your child. Topics include IDEA, IEP, resolving issues, community resources and support. Facilitated by the Montgomery County Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health. Wheaton High School, 12601 Dalewood Dr., Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 5, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Dealing with a Strong Willed Child, donations appreciated. Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Rd., Bethesda. Offered by the YMCA Bethesda Youth & Family Services as a Y’s Words: Library Workshop. Questions or registration with Pam Mintz 301-229-1347, parenting@ymcadc.org.
Mar. 6, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Medication for ADHD? Dr. Shira Rubenstein will present the variety of medications, preparations and innovations that are available for pharmacological treatment of ADHD. Nora School, 955 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring. Offered as part of the Nora School Parent Lecture Series, Janette Patterson, 301-495-6672, http://www.nora-school.org/public-events/lecture-series/.
Mar. 7, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *How to Help Your Child with Executive Dysfunction Become More Independent and Effective, FREE. Presentation by Dr. Lauren Kensworthy. Lab School, 4759 Reservoir Rd., NW, Washington, D.C. Offered by the Lab School Lecture Series for Parents and Professionals, Claire Menegus, 202-454-2294, claire.menegus@labschool.org, http://www.labschool.org/lectures.
Mar. 7, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Bright Futures For Students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Learn how to support your children so they can become great people and realize their dreams. Shady Grove Middle School, 8100 Midcounty Hwy., Gaithersburg. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 7, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Diagnosis and Treatment of Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents. Dr. Gloria Reeves will overview the early signs of mood disorders in children and adolescents and steps that parents can take to get appropriate assessment and treatment for their child. Cockeyville Library, 9833 Greenside Dr., Cockeyville. Sponsored by CHADD of Greater Baltimore, http://www.chadd-mc.org/calendar/.
Mar. 10, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Homework Battles: Negotiating a Peace Treaty ($12/non-members, $5/children; Free/members). For children ages 9 & up and their parents. Gain insights into how turn over school responsibilities to your children. PEP, 10100 Connecticut Ave., Kensington. Offered by the Parent Encouragement Program (PEP), registration required, 301-929-8824, www.parentencouragement.org/.
Mar. 11, 2:00 PM. Compass Academy Open House. Parents of children grades 1 - 12 with diagnosis such as language-based disabilities, high functioning autism and/or ADD/ADHD are invited to check out this school serving bring students with learning differences that hinder their ability to learn in typical classroom settings. Compass Academy, 4601 Maple Ave., Halethorpe, 410-501-3571, www.facebook.com/TheCompassAcademy, compassacademy@comcast.com.
Mar. 12, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Dealing with a Strong Willed Child, donations appreciated. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. Offered by the YMCA Bethesda Youth & Family Services as a Y’s Words: Library Workshop. Questions or registration with Pam Mintz 301-229-1347, parenting@ymcadc.org.
Mar. 12, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Special Education: Parents as Advocates and the Family-School Partnership (Part 2 of 4). Learn about the special education process and how to advocate for your child. Topics include IDEA, IEP, resolving issues, community resources and support. Facilitated by the Montgomery County Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health. Wheaton High School, 12601 Dalewood Dr., Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 14, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Siblings of Atypical Students. Dr. Kristi Guadagnoli, Director of Counseling, Mindwell Psychological Services will present. Auburn School, Herndon Campus, 13524 Dulles Technology Dr., Suite 101, Herndon. The Auburn School, Speaker Series, http://www.theauburnschool.org/Herndon.cfm?subpage=1316540.
Mar. 14, 6:00 - 7:00 PM. *Webinar - Developing Transition Services: QuIST. Learn to use the Quality Indicators in Secondary Transition (QuIST) survey to review secondary transition within your district. Offered by the Center for Change in Transition Services, ccts@seattleu.edu, http://www.seattleu.edu/ccts/Default.aspx?id=51977.
Mar. 15, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. IDEA, ADA, IEP, SLD, CPS, GT: Understanding and Mastering the Alphabet Soup of Getting Help for Your Student - Monthly Educational and Support Meeting of the Gifted with Learning Differences Educational Network, (3rd Thurs., 6:30 - 9:00 PM). Bring your meal and network during the advocacy session until 7:30 PM. 7:30 PM - Marisa Stemple will lead the discussion. Walter Johnson High School, 6400 Rock Spring Dr., Bethesda. Sponsored by The Gifted with Learning Differences Educational Network, Joan Wittan, jomada@verizon.net, http://www.gtldnetworkmc.org/.
Mar. 15, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Anxiety and Depression: What Is Normal? Dr. Peter Robbins presents. Williamsburg Middle School, 3600 N. Harrison St., Arlington. Co-sponsored by Educational Connections, Inc. and In Step, admin@ectutoring.com.
Mar. 15, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Parent Workshop. The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, Auditorium, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 15, 9:15 - 11:30 AM. For Our Kids, For Ourselves Parent Support & Learning Group (3rd Thurs., 9:15 - 11:30 AM). Parents meet for support and networking as they are dealing with children who have ADHD, sensory processing and/or mild mood disorders. This month’s guest speaker will present: Parenting & Sibling Relationships. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com.
Mar. 16, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Parent Workshop. The Montessori School of Alexandria, 6300 Florence Lane, Alexandria. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 17, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Father Son Workshop. Crossroads United Methodist Church, 43453 Crossroads Dr., Ashburn. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 17, 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Parent Workshop. McLean Bible Church, 8925 Leesburg Pike, Vienna. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 17, 8:20 AM - 12:30 PM. *Integrating Arts and Academics, $80. Workshop for teachers, tutors and parents, which will demonstrate how integrating art and music enhances student, learn for students with or without language-based learning differences. Workshop facilitations will include Clay Kaufman and Natalia Kormeluk. Siena School, 9727 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Co-sponsored by the Siena School and the Elizabeth C. Ely Foundation, 301-592-0567, ext. 12, http://www.thesienaschool.org/information.cfm?subpage=216923.
Mar. 18, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. *An Evidence-Based Approach To Assessment of Learning Disabilities in Adults, $35/member; $60/non-member by Mar. 10, CEUs. Dr. Robb Mapou will present. Crown Plaza Hotel, 8777 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Offered by the Association of Practicing Psychologists of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties, http://www.apponline.org/events, 301-881-5044.
Mar. 18, 10:45 AM -12:45 PM. Parent Workshop. McLean Bible Church, Room 1410, 8925 Leesburg Pike, Vienna. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 18, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. *Diamonds in the Rough - D.C. Area’s Special Learning Needs Sampler, $25/person or $45/2 by Feb. 29; $45/at the door or $85/2. A day of seminars and resources especially for families of children and young adults with special learning needs. Universities of Maryland at Shady Grove, 9630 Guldelsky Dr., Bldg. II, Rockville. Offered by the Weinfeld Education Group and co-sponsored by MANSEF, JSSA, the Commonwealth Academy, and the Expressive Therapy Center, 301-681-6233, http://www.weinfeldeducationgroup.com/.
Mar. 18, 1:45 - 3:15 PM. Co-Parenting a Child With ADHD & Other Special Needs, When Separated or Divorced - Sunday Lecture Series, $15/non-members. Dr. Judith Glasser presents. Ohr Kodesh Congregation, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane, Chevy Chase. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime, adhdparentforum@yahoo.com.
Mar. 19, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Special Education: Parents as Advocates and the Family-School Partnership (Part 3 of 4). Learn about the special education process and how to advocate for your child. Topics include IDEA, IEP, resolving issues, community resources and support. Facilitated by the Montgomery County Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health. Wheaton High School, 12601 Dalewood Dr., Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 19, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Meet the ACCUPLACER. Parents can learn about the ACCUPLACER, a test used by colleges to determine if students are college ready. Parents can also learn how college ready students can earn college credits prior to leaving high school and save money. Quince Orchard High School, 15800 Quince Orchard Rd., Gaithersburg. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 19, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Parent Workshop. George Mason Elementary School, 2601 Cameron Mills Rd., Alexandria. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/
Mar. 20, 8:15 AM. *The Creative Artistic Brain - Education in the 21st Century. Dr. Mariale Hardiman will present. Baltimore Lab School, 2220 St. Paul St., 1st floor library, Baltimore. Sponsored by Baltimore Lab School and PALS-B as on of the 2011-2012 Lecture Series for Parents and Professionals, http://www.baltimorelabschool.org/content/pals, 410-261-5500.
Mar. 21, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. The LDAMC Parent Connection, FREE/members, (Wed. 7:00 - 8:30 PM). Join other parents to discuss issues about your child’s learning disabilities such as understanding child’s strengths and challenges, what accommodations or modifications fit your child’s needs, how to work with schools so they understand your child’s needs and much more. Flower Valley Elementary School, 4615 Sunflower Dr., Rockville. Offered by the Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County (LDAMC), 301-933-1076, ldamc@yahoo.com.
Mar. 22, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Can We Talk? Speaking Up For Your Children To Help Them Succeed. Workshop developed by the MCPS Parent Advisory Council to help parents communicate effectively with teachers and principles and to advocate for their children. In Spanish and English. Mario Loiderman Middle School, Goodhill Rd., Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided.
Mar. 22, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Collaborative Problem Solving - Speaker Meetings for Adults with and Parents of Children with ADHD, (4th. Thurs., 7:15 PM, registration; 7:30 - 9:15 PM, Speaker). Alicia Stevenson will present a dynamic approach to working with children who exhibit challenging behaviors. Twinbrook Library, 202 Meadow Hall Dr., Rockville. Sponsored by CHADD of MC, http://www.chadd-mc.org/2012-jan-montgomery/.
Mar. 23, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. *Apps for Autism Workshop, $129. Discover how to identify, review and implement specifically designed apps for autism. Our first workshop sold out fast, so register ASAP. AT:LAST Inc., Assistive Technology Learning Center, 7050 Oakland Mills Rd., Suite 160, Columbia. Offered by The Maryland Assistive Technology Cooperative, Susan Garber, 410-381-2667, http://www.matcoop.org/training/training.html.
Mar. 24 - May 19, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM. *Language I: Sounds in Syllables 1, $675. For teachers, parents and tutors who want to learn this powerful Orton-Gillingham based method to teach decoding, fluency and comprehension. ASDEC, 22 West Jefferson St., Suite 307, Rockville. Offered by the Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center, 301-762-2414, http://www.asdec.org/courses.
Mar.27, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Helping Your ADHD Teen Thrive. Monthly support group for parents of ADHD children . Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City. Sponsored by CHADD of Howard County, http://www.chadd-mc.org/howard-parents/.
Mar. 27, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. *The Bipolar Child: Assessment, Research Update and Treatment, $65, 3 CEUs. Dr. Lisa Cullins will present. The Ina Kay Bldg., 200 Wood Hill Rd., Rockville. Offered by the Jewish Social Services Agency, Barbara Higdon, 301-816-2645, http://www.jssa.org/jssa-training-institute/ceu-trainings#Bipolar_Child.
Mar. 28, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. *Navigating a Complex World: Special Education Law, Guardianship and Its Alternatives, and Special Needs Trusts. Presenters will include Wayne D. Steedman, Vincent Culotta, Ellen Callegary and Harry W. Pskowski. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Special Education Law; 12:45 - 2:00 PM: Guardianship and Its Alternatives and Special Needs Trusts. Pathfinders for Autism, 303 International Circle, Level T, Conference Room, Hung Valley. Sponsored by Callegary & Steedman, P.A. and Abilities Network, Stephanie Sweeney, ssweeney@abilitiesnetwork.org, 410-828-7700, ext. 1298, www.abilitiesnetwork.org.
Mar. 28 - June 13, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Family to Family. 12-week education program that helps family members understand and support their mentally ill relatives while maintaining their own well-being. Kingdom Harvest Christian Center, 12 Gwynns Mill Ct., Owings Mills. Sponsored NAMI of MD, pre-registration required, 410-435-2600.
Mar. 28, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Resilience Builders: Helping Children and Teens Cope with Life’s Stressors, FREE. Presentation by Dr. Mary Alvord. Lab School, 4759 Reservoir Rd., NW, Washington, D.C. Offered by the Lab School Lecture Series for Parents and Professionals, Claire Menegus, 202-454-2294, claire.menegus@labschool.org, http://www.labschool.org/lectures.
Mar. 29, 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Chelsea School - Open House. School serves students 5th - 12th grade with language based learning differences. 711 Pershing Dr., Silver Spring. Chelsea School, 301-585-1430, ext. 303, www.chelseaschool.edu.
Mar. 29, 1:00 - 2:30 PM. What Special Education Can (and Can’t) Do For Your Child - Brown Bag Seminar Series. Julie Foley and Kim McKay present. Howard County Autism Society, 10280 Old Columbia Rd., #215, Columbia. Co-sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism and Howard County Autism Society, Trish Kane, 443-330-5341, tkane@pathfindersfor autism.org, http://www.pathfindersforautism.org/newsItem.aspx?id=270.
Mar. 29, 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Chelsea School - Open House. School serves students 5th - 12th grade with language based learning differences. 711 Pershing Dr., Silver Spring. Chelsea School, 301-585-1430, ext. 303, www.chelseaschool.edu.
Mar. 31. Deadline - Application for the Washington Independent Services for Educational Resources (WISER) Scholarship for Higher Education. College bound high school junior or senior with documented learning disabilities and a record of community service are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Offered by the Washington Independent Services for Educational Resources, http://www.wiserdc.org/Scholarships.aspx.