The Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County, MD
an affiliate of LDA of America and LDA-MD
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The Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County, MD an affiliate of LDA of America and LDA-MD |
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February 2012 Feb. 1 - 9. Reel Abilities Film Festival. Festival dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories, and artistic expressions of people with various disabilities. Greater D.C. Venues in Arlington, Rockville, Fairfax & D.C. Sponsored by Reel Abilities, http://greaterdc.reelabilities.org/. Feb. 1, 9:15 AM - 3:00 PM. *Training for Language and Learning Using Proloquo2Go on IDevices, $129. You will learn to create pages that are personalized to the learning needs of your child or student and much more. Topics include Programming Basics, Introduction to Language Design and Using and iDevice for Learning. AT:LAST, Inc., 7050 Oakland Mills Rd, Suite 160, Columbia. Offered by AT:LAST, Inc., Maryland Assistive Technology Cooperative, 410-381-2662, look for registration information and more details soon, http://www.matcoop.org/training/training.html. Feb. 1, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Understanding ADHD and How to Help Your Child. Learn about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and explore strategies that support academic and social success. Cabin John Middle School, 10701 Gainsborough Rd., Potomac. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided. Feb. 1, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Parent Workshop. St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, School All Purpose Room, 917 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/ Feb. 1, 8:00 - 8:45 PM. Webinar - 3 Crucial Skills that Every High School Student Must Have for College Success. Students have to know how to study, manage time, stay organized, so before they go off to college make sure they have these skills. Offered by Educational Connections, RSVP to nick@ectutoring.com, 703-934-8282, http://ectutoring.com/. Feb. 2, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Social Bullies: Dealing with Exclusion and Cliques. Com and explore bully behaviors and discuss strategies for helping bullies, victims and bystanders. White Oak Middle School, 12201 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided. v Feb. 2 - Mar. 8, 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Y’s Words: Parenting Children, req. text: $20; class fee: $30. Parents learn to identify the purpose behind misbehavior and develop effective discipline and encouragement strategies. United Church of Christ, 9525 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. Sponsored by the YMCA Bethesda Youth & Family Services, register with Pam Mintz 301-229-1347, parenting@ymcadc.org. Feb. 2, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. SAT/ACT Prep for Students (and for Parents). Olivia Ellis will offer parents information about the SAT/ACT test and how they may support their students in achieving the best score. 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/. Feb. 2, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Parent Workshop. St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School, Parish Hall, 6720-B Union Mill Rd., Clifton. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/ Feb. 2, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. SAT/ACT Prep for Students (and for Parents). Olivia Ellis will offer parents information about the SAT/ACT test and how they may support their students in achieving the best score. 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/. Feb. 3, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Understanding the Hidden Curriculum: Practical Solutions to Understanding Unwritten Rules, $40/general public; $20/GMU ABA student (3BACB Type II ACE hours). Brenda Smith-Myles will address the hidden curriculum and its applicability to individuals on the autism spectrum. Johnson Center Cinema, George Mason University, 4400 University Blvd., Fairfax. Offered as a GMU Workshop, register at http://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1030524. Feb. 4, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM. *Using Manipulatives to Model Math Concepts K-5, $120. Workshop by Marilyn Zecher of ASDEC designed to give teachers, tutors and parent hands-on practice in the use of manipulatives and associated language in modeling crucial concepts in the foundations of mathematics. The Oakwood School, 7210 Braddock Rd., Annandale. Offered by the Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center and hosted by Oakwood School, 703-941-5788, kbuttaro@oakwoodschool.com, http://www.oakwoodschool.com/news_and_events/index.aspx. Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Job Skills. Identify your strengths, skills and long-term goals as well as how to include them on a resume to effectively job search. Learn effective job-searching strategies and receive advice on how to avoid interview mistakes. A Wider Circle’s Center for Community Service, 9159-C Brookville Rd., Silver Spring. Offered by A Wider Circle, Marian Cooper, 240-687-9627, www.awidercircle.org. Feb. 8 - Mar. 14, 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Y’s Words: Parenting Teens, req. text: $20; class fee: $30. Down to earth and practical strategies to parent teens. YMCA Ayrlawn Program Center, 5650 Oakmont Ave., Bethesda. Sponsored by the YMCA Bethesda Youth & Family Services, register with Pam Mintz, 301-229-1347, parenting@ymcadc.org. Feb. 8, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. MCCPTA Curriculum Committee Meeting - Coming Changes Near You. Com and learn about the curriculum changes that are taking place at all grade levels in MCPS. Share your concerns and learn how to advocate for your children and others in your school. Carver Educational Services Center, 850 Hungerford Dr., Rockville. Sponsored by the MCCPTA Curriculum Committee, Ted Willard, stedman@alum.mit.edu. Feb. 8, 8:00 - 8:45 PM. Webinar - Planning for College: Deciding Which Classes and Test to Take and When to Take Them. Figuring out whether to take AP or honors classes, or the SAT or ACT can be challenging. Simple planning ahead can help your high schooler’s changes of being accepted to the college of choice. Offered by Educational Connections, RSVP to nick@ectutoring.com, 703-934-8282, http://ectutoring.com/. Feb. 9, 2:30 - 4:30 PM. Environment & Health Advocates. A legislative briefing and organizing session with brainstorming about Chemical Reform - Health Kids, Healthy Maryland, pesticide use and sales recording bill and school funding model and basic protections during renovation and construction bill. The Associated, 101 West Mount Royal Ave., Baltimore. Offered by Maryland PIRG, the Maryland Pesticide Network and the Maryland Children’s Environmental Health Coalition, rebeccaruggles@verizon.net, 410-558-4996. Feb. 9, 7:30 PM. Bipolar 1 Disorder and Depression in Children - NAMI Education Meeting. Dr. Adelaide Robb of the Children’s National Medical Center will discuss bipolar disorder and depression in children and adolescents. NAMI, 11718 Parklawn Dr., Rockville. Sponsored by NAMI of MC, 301-949-5852. Feb. 9, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Summer Opportunities Fair. Explore summer options for children in kindergarten through grade 12. Local and regional providers will be on hand to meet, hand out applications and give information about financial assistance. Richard Montgomery High School, 250 Richard Montgomery Dr., Rockville. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided. Feb. 10, 1:45 - 3:15 PM. What is NeuroPsych Testing? Purpose, Insurance & Academic Advocacy - Sunday Lecture Series. Presenter to be determined. Ohr Kodesh Congregation, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane, Chevy Chase. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime, adhdparentforum@yahoo.com. Feb. 11, 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Cecily’s Advocacy Workshop, $25. This half-day workshop will help parents be better advocates for their children. Keynote presentation “Amazing Shortcomings, Amazing Gifts” with Thomas West, two workshop sessions, resource tables and much more. McLean School, 8224 Lochinver Lane, Potomac. Offered by the McLean School PTA, Rosanne Urick, 240-395-0692, http://www.mcleanschool.org/parents/resources/2414. Feb. 13, 7:30 PM. MCCPTA Special Education Committee Meeting - Chair Networking. PTA Special Education chairs are invited to network. Carver Educational Services Center, Cafeteria, 850 Hungerford Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by the MCCPTA Special Education Committee, Jeanne Taylor, FRTJMT@aol.com, http://www.mccpta.com/specneeds.html. Feb. 14 - May 22, 3:00 - 5:00 PM. *Coaching Teens & College Students with ADHD, $1,860, 30 hr. For non-coaches and coaches in training. JST Coaching, Ilc, 1702 Builders Ct., Herndon. Offered by Jodi Sleeper-Triplett Coaching, Ilc, 703-437-1256, http://www.jstcoach.com/teens-college-class-coaching-teens-college-students-with-adhd-va-md-dc.html. Feb. 15, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. An Innovative Approach to Anti-Bullying - Rocking Rage. Program developed to empower our youth to create a positive climate for all . Eastern Middle School, 300 University Blvd., East, Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided. Feb. 15, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Parenting Without Threats and Bribes. Facilitated by the YMCA Youth and Family Services. Cannon Road Elementary School, 13313 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring. MCPS Parent Academy Workshop, 301-517-5940, 301-279-3100, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy. Childcare and translation is provided. Feb. 15, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Extraordinary Parents Nights - Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for Students on the Autism Spectrum. Janet Price and Jennifer Engel-Fisher, Weinfeld Education Group will present at this meeting are for parents to support each other, share experiences, solve problems to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students on the autism spectrum. Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. Sponsored by the Partnership for Extraordinary Minds, www.xminds.org, 301-444-5225. Feb. 15, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Utilizing Educational Technology for School Success: Digital Tools for Supporting Students with Learning Differences, FREE. Presentation by Jennifer Sherman and Daniel Hartman, Lab School technology specialists. 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. Feb. 15, 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. Feb. 15, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Understanding and Managing the Gamer in Your Child. Andrew McGahan, Clinical Director, NoVA JSSA, 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. Feb. 16, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Stressed Out Teens. Cathi Cohen and Ann Dolin present. Woodson High School, Cavalier Hall K102B - Entrance #3, 9525 Main St., Fairfax. Co-sponsored by Educational Connections, Inc. and In Step, admin@ectutoring.com, https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WYKTBP8. Feb. 16, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Nutrition: Feeding Your Brain - 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. 7:30 PM - Charles Moseley, M.D., 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/. Feb. 16, 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: How Can I Help My Child’s Social Skills and Peer Relations: Strategies for Social Environments. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. Feb. 16 - May 24, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. *Coaching Teens & College Students with ADHD, $1,860, 30 hr. For non-coaches and coaches in training. JST Coaching, Ilc, 1702 Builders Ct., Herndon. Offered by Jodi Sleeper-Triplett Coaching, Ilc, 703-437-1256, http://www.jstcoach.com/teens-college-class-coaching-teens-college-students-with-adhd-va-md-dc.html. Feb. 17, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. *Neuropsychological Assessment of Learning Disorders for Non-Psychologists, $125 continental breakfast and boxed lunch included. Interactive workshop with Dr. William Stixrud will help educators, other professionals and interested parents better understand the results obtained from psychological testing. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion. Auburn School, Herndon Campus, 13524 Dulles Technology Dr., Suite 101, Herndon. Offered by the Stixrud Group, Altah Glasgow, 301-565-0534, ext. 254, glasgow@stixrud.com, http://www.theauburnschool.org/Herndon.cfm?subpage=1316540. Feb. 18 - Mar. 17, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM. *Multisensory Math 1, $675. For teachers, parents and tutors who want to assist students using multisensory strategies to learn math. ASDEC, 22 West Jefferson St., Suite 307, Rockville. Offered by the Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center, 301-762-2414, http://www.asdec.org/courses. Feb. 19, 12:00 - 3:00 PM. 2012 Baltimore’s Child Camps and Summer Programs Fair @ Howard County. Excellent opportunity to check out all the summer programs available in the area. Free entertainment for the kids all afternoon. Gary J. Arthur Community Center at Glenwood, 2400 Rt. 97, Cooksville. Sponsored by Baltimore’s Child, http://www.baltimoreschild.com/fairs/index.cfm?fuse1=camp. Feb. 21, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Understanding SSI/Medicaid & SSDI/Medicare. Learning Rx Bethesda, 5017B Wilson Lane, Bethesda. Offered by M & L Special Needs Planning, LLC, register at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5dfxsihde629ada, 202-248-7113. 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. 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/. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. April 2012 April 5, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. *Red Flags in Fine Motor Skills Development, $30 pre-paid, $35, at the door. Presented by Brigid Baker., OTR/L, with a discussion of typical fine-motor skills development and motor milestones for preschoolers. Practical strategies and activities will be addressed. 2301 Research Blvd., Suite 110, Rockville. Offered by the Treatment and Learning Centers, Julie Bobrow, 301-424-5200, ext. 147, www.ttlc.org. April 10, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Navigating the Financial Word of the Special Needs Family. TLC, 2092 Gaither Rd., Suite 100, Rockville. Offered by M & L Special Needs Planning, LLC, register at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e541a7rd9d74fc32, 202-248-7113. April 11, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Social Perception and Social Thinking in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Dr. David Black will explore how differences in social perception and cognition impact educating and raising children on the autism spectrum. 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/. April 11, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Helping Children with Attentional, Organizational and Learning Problems: Can We Train the Brain? FREE. Presentation by Dr. Barbara Ingersoll. 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. April 12, 8:15 AM. *Update on ADHD Findings with Implications for Learning and Parenting. Dr. E. Mark Mahone 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. April 16, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Superintendent Starr’s Listen and Learn Session - Special Education. Dr. Starr will hold a community event discussing special education. Seneca Valley High School, 1940 Crystal Rock Dr., Germantown. Sponsored by MCPS, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/ April 17, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. *Child Therapy: Assessment, Parent Work and Treatment, $65, CEUs. Presented by Dr. Aimee Nover for mental health professionals. JSSA, Ina Kay Bldg., 200 Wood Hill Rd., Rockville. Offered by JSSA, register at: http://childtherapy3hceu.eventbrite.com/. April 17, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Current Thinking About Anxiety: The State of the Science, $25/before April 9. Dr. Daniel Pine presents. Universities at Shady Grove, 9630 Guldesky Dr., Bldg. III, Rm. 3241, Rockville. Offered by Alvord, Baker & Associates, LLC and Weinfeld Education Group, LLC, Dr. Mary Alvord, 301-593-6554, ext. 14, http://currentthinkinganxiety.eventbrite.com/. April 18, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. *Updates on Adaptive Functioning Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Sajjad Khan 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. April 18, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Extraordinary Parents Nights - Student Experiences in Special Education. A student panel will present at this meeting are for parents to support each other, share experiences, solve problems to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students on the autism spectrum. Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. Sponsored by the Partnership for Extraordinary Minds, www.xminds.org, 301-444-5225. April 19, 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Technology Tips and Treasures - 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 - Christa Gordon and Speri Silverman 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/. April 19, 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, Dr. Veronica Raggi will present: Managing & Improving Difficult Behavior. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. April 21, 28, May 5, 12, 1:30 - 5:30 PM. *Parent to Parent: Family Training on AD/HD, $125/members. Course based upon state of the art, evidence based information on the treatment and management of AD/HD developed by parents who have lived the experience. McLean School of Maryland, 8224 Lochinver Lane, Potomac. Sponsored by the Montgomery County Chapter of Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Asha Scielzo, 301-643-5207, ashasielzo@gmail.com, http://www.chadd-mc.org/montgomery-p2p/. Registration Deadline: April 11. April 24 7:00 - 8:50 PM. Helping Your ADHD Teen Thrive - Monthly Howard County CHADD Parent Support Group, (2nd. Wed., 7:00 - 8:30 PM, $5/non-members). Dr. Larry Silver presents. Monthly meetings feature speakers discussing information for parents of children with ADHD, such as special education law, “typical adolescent behavior, social issues, college transition, self advocacy skills and more. Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City. Sponsored by the Greater Baltimore Chapter of CHADD, 410-796-6700, http://www.chadd-mc.org/calendar/. (Also Feb. 28, April 24, May 22. 2012) April 26, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Speak with the Expert Professionals in the Field of ASD and Other Disabilities, $15/session. Seminar facilitator Jamell White, LCSW-C. JSSA, 200 Wood Hill Rd., Rockville. Offered by JSSA for Autism Awareness Month, 301-610-8414. April 26, 12:30 - 2:00 PM. Effective Strategies for Managing Challenging Behaviors in Children with ASD - Brown Bag Seminar Series. Tracey Frank, Autism Teacher Specialist, will present. The Arc of Frederick County, 620-A Research Dr., Frederick. Co-sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism and Frederick County Public Schools’ Partners for Success and Infants and Toddlers Programs and the Arc of Frederick, Trish Kane, 443-330-5341, tkane@pathfindersfor autism.org, http://www.pathfindersforautism.org/newsItem.aspx?id=265. April 26, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Speaker Meetings for Adults with and Parents of Children with ADHD, (4th. Thurs., 7:15 PM, registration; 7:30 - 9:15 PM, Speaker). Colette de Marneffe will present. Twinbrook Library, 202 Meadow Hall Dr., Rockville. Sponsored by CHADD of MC, http://www.chadd-mc.org/2012-jan-montgomery/. April 28, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Saturday Adaptive Technology Session - Bookstream Beta vs. Firefly Beta - A New Way of Reading Your Text - in the Cloud. Kamran Rasul will present. Location TBD. Offered by the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Disability Resource Center, Library Advisory Committee, Francie Gilman, 240-777-0950. May 2012 May 1, 7:00 PM. *Enhancing Resilience: Cultivating the Factors that Help LD Children Achieve Success. Dr. Kathleen Nadeau 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. May 6, 1:45 - 3:15 PM. Anxiety & the ADHD Child - Sunday Lecture Series. Erica Berger presents. Ohr Kodesh Congregation, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane, Chevy Chase. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime, adhdparentforum@yahoo.com. May 7, PM. Social Thinking and Social Perception in Autism Spectrum Disorder, $30/prepaid. Dr. David Black will discuss the latest research in social perception and social cognition in ASD. Har Shalom ECEC, 11510 Falls Rd., Potomac. Offered by Parent University, http://parentuniv.org/workshops.html, 301-468-9343. May 7, 6:30 PM. MCCPTA Special Education Committee Awards Ceremony. Educators, parents, programs and students are recognized for their contribution to children in our community. Light refreshments begin at 6:30 PM - come and meet some of the wonderful honorees and their students. Rockville High School, 2100 Baltimore Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by the MCCPTA Special Education Committee, Jeanne Taylor, FRTJMT@aol.com, http://www.mccpta.com/specneeds.html. May 8, 9, 10, & 11. Discovery Days at Port Discovery Children’s Museum, FREE (normal price $13.95). Enjoy the exhibits at this nationally recognized Children’s Museum designed for children 2 to 10 years old with special needs. Fully stroller and wheelchair accessible. 35 Market St., Baltimore. Sponsored by Target via a generous donation. Museum information, http://www2.portdiscovery.org/index.cfm?gid=10&page=content&id=16&label=educators_programs, Kristi Gulick, 410-864-2664. Parking available at attached Harbor Park Garage accessible via Market St. or Lombard St. May 10, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Superintendent Starr’s Listen and Learn Session - Social/Emotional Competence. Dr. Starr will hold a community event discussing social/emotional competence. Whitman High School, 7100 Whittier Blvd., Bethesda. Sponsored by MCPS, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/ May 15, 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Understanding SSI/Medicaid & SSDI/Medicare. Learning Rx Bethesda, 5017B Wilson Lane, Bethesda. Offered by M & L Special Needs Planning, LLC, register at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5dg8e3k90da4f66, 202-248-7113. May 16, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Extraordinary Parents Nights - Transitioning Students on the Autism Spectrum. Judith Bass will present on transition to career and/or high education at this meeting are for parents to support each other, share experiences, solve problems to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students on the autism spectrum. Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. Sponsored by the Partnership for Extraordinary Minds, www.xminds.org, 301-444-5225. May 17, 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 and topic to be determined. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. May 17, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Your Out-of-Sync Child: Sensory Challenges and Sensory Solutions, $25/before May 9. Carol Kranowitz presents. Universities at Shady Grove, 9630 Guldesky Dr., Bldg. III, Rm. 3241, Rockville. Offered by Alvord, Baker & Associates, LLC and Weinfeld Education Group, LLC, Dr. Mary Alvord, 301-593-6554, ext. 14, http://outofsyncchild-eorg.eventbrite.com/. May 19, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Saturday Adaptive Technology Session - Downloading Books from Overdrive on the Library’s Website - What’s Available and What to Do. Location TBD. Offered by the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Disability Resource Center, Library Advisory Committee, Francie Gilman, 240-777-0950. May 22, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. ADHD and Reading: What the Research Says. This month’s guest presenter is Dr. Mark Mahone. Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City. Sponsored by CHADD of Howard County, http://www.chadd-mc.org/howard-parents/. May 19, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Saturday Adaptive Technology Session - Downloading Books from Overdrive on the Library’s Website - What’s Available and What to Do. Location TBD. Offered by the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Disability Resource Center, Library Advisory Committee, Francie Gilman, 240-777-0950. May 22, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. ADHD and Reading: What the Research Says. This month’s guest presenter is Dr. Mark Mahone. Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City. Sponsored by CHADD of Howard County, http://www.chadd-mc.org/howard-parents/. May 31, 1:00 - 2:30 PM. ASD: Sexuality and Social Boundaries - Brown Bag Seminar Series. Janet Palmer will present ways to protect and promote appropriate social behavior in ‘tweeners, teenagers and adults. 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. June 2012 June 18 - June 29, 9:30 AM - 3:30 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. June 18 - 29, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. *Language 2: Advanced Multisensory Structured Language Education, $850. Course builds on skills learned in Language 1. The emphasis will be on higher-level linguistic concepts as well as fluency. ASDEC, 22 West Jefferson St., Suite 307, Rockville. Offered by the Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center, 301-762-2414, http://asdec.publishpath.com/Default.aspx?shortcut=courses. June 21, 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 and topic to be determined. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. July 2012 July 2012. Maryland Youth Leadership Forum 2012. Youth with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this unique 4-day training program, which helps young people develop self-advocacy skills and learn the political process. The forum is open to students entering their final two years of high school. Applications are due ASAP as only 30 applicants are accepted to this free program. Bowie State University. Offered by Maryland Youth Leadership Program co-sponsored by multiple state departments and agencies, http://innow.org/home/youth-leadership-forum/about, 301-277-2739. July 19, 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 and topic to be determined. Congregation Bnai Israel, 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville. Sponsored by For Our Kids, For Ourselves, Jaime Selvin, adhdparentsforum@yahoo.com. July 28, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Saturday Adaptive Technology Session - Back to School Overview, A Showcase of Technologies for K-12 Students. Location TBD. Offered by the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Disability Resource Center, Library Advisory Committee, Francie Gilman, 240-777-0950. Future Months Oct. 2, all day. MD Parent Workshop. Glen Haven Elementary School, 10800 Inwood Ave., Silver Spring. Offered by Kirk Martin, http://celebratecalm.com/event-schedule/ |
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