Dear Friend of
ASA-ASO:
Visit ASA-ASO's website www.autismohio.org for an "easy to read" version if this does
not come through clean on your listserv. Or sign up to receive your own
copy by "registering" on the "login" section of ASA-ASO's
homepage.
News From
ASA-ASO:
-
Correction: Autism Speaks not THE sponsor of the
NATTAP Conference
- Ohio BMV changes policy on Autism Awareness License
Plate
- ASA-ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy
Network - Join Now!
Upcoming Events,
Resources, etc:
-
NEWS from the
ASA:
ASA-ASO is now posting all research opportunities on our website. For information on available opportunities, visit our webpage www.autismohio.org, click on "Information" along the left side of the home page and then click on "Studies/Surveys".
Autism Society of America
Launches New Online Course on Autism and Environmental
Health
Special Issue of "Autism Advocate" Focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis
Holiday Tips from ASA
Selected Items on Sale at ASA Store - Shop Now for the Holidays!
United Nations Holds International Day for Persons with Disabilities
Autism on the Seas
Don't Miss ASA's Day on the Hill 2009
Presidential Transition Update
Pediatrics Study Looks at Unmet Health-Care Needs of Families Affected by ASD
Brain Waves Show Sound Processing Abnormalities in Children with Autism
Autism Hangout Podcast Helps Prepare Students with Autism to Succeed in College
2009 ASA National Conference, July 22-25, in St. Charles, Ill. Registration opens next month!
New DVD Helps Young Children with ASD Recognize and Understand Emotions
New Book on Autism Tells the Story of Two Unlikely Heroes
- ASA-Greater Cleveland Holiday Party
Special Issue of "Autism Advocate" Focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis
Holiday Tips from ASA
Selected Items on Sale at ASA Store - Shop Now for the Holidays!
United Nations Holds International Day for Persons with Disabilities
Autism on the Seas
Don't Miss ASA's Day on the Hill 2009
Presidential Transition Update
Pediatrics Study Looks at Unmet Health-Care Needs of Families Affected by ASD
Brain Waves Show Sound Processing Abnormalities in Children with Autism
Autism Hangout Podcast Helps Prepare Students with Autism to Succeed in College
2009 ASA National Conference, July 22-25, in St. Charles, Ill. Registration opens next month!
New DVD Helps Young Children with ASD Recognize and Understand Emotions
New Book on Autism Tells the Story of Two Unlikely Heroes
- ASA-Greater Cleveland Holiday Party
- December ASA-Dayton
Newsletter
- NAA-NAO Fundraiser
- 2009 Summer Internships for Students with
Disabilities in Washington, D.C
- Presentation: ACCESS TO THE GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM FOR ALL,
Independence
- Presentation: DETERMINING DISABILITY UNDER THE ADA &
ADAAA, Columbus
- Useful News from AUCD
- Career Opportunities for Students with
Disabilities
- Transporters DVD for children with
ASD
- Book: Top Ten Tips: A Survival Guide for Families with
Children on the Autism Spectrum
ASA-ASO is now posting all research opportunities on our website. For information on available opportunities, visit our webpage www.autismohio.org, click on "Information" along the left side of the home page and then click on "Studies/Surveys".
Have you purchased your Ohio
Sincerely,
The Autism Society of America - Autism Society of
701
( 330) 376-0211
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web: www.autismohio.org
Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASA-ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASA-ASO, either explicit or implied.
News From
ASA-ASO:
In
Autism Speaks' Columbus "Walker Weekly" e-newsletter of November 10, the
following item appeared:
Ohio BMV changes policy on Autism Awareness License Plate
Because of privacy
concerns, the Ohio BMV will no longer be releasing the names and addresses of
those who purchase the Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate to the ASA-Autism
Society of Ohio. $25 from the purchase of each plate benefits the ASA-ASO
and we have been sending thank you notes to all those who have purchased a
plate. However, we will no longer be able to do so. The BMV is
currently looking into options to add customer consent to the special license
plate process so hopefully we will be able to go back to thanking folks formally
in the future. But whether we are able to send a formal "thank you" or
not, please know that the purchase of an autism awareness license plate
makes a big difference and helps us help individuals with autism, their families
and those who work with them throughout Ohio.
ASA-ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy Network
- Join Now!
As you are aware, Autism Insurance Parity, HB170 is currently under consideration by the Ohio House Insurance Committee. The fall elections are coming and immediately following the elections it will be time to address next biennial budget for Ohio. Additionally, issues regularly come before the state legislature that impact individuals with autism, their families and those who work them throughout Ohio. And because of this, the Autism Society of Ohio needs your help.
We are in the process of putting together an autism advocacy network that has constituents in each of the districts of the members of the Ohio General Assembly, both the House and Senate. We are looking for advocates all around the state to help us with this effort.
You can volunteer to participate in
two ways:
·
Team
Leader: Each Ohio district will have an assigned team leader who is
responsible for carrying the key ASA-ASO/autism messages when meeting with the
legislator (Representatives and Senators), coordinating testimony or letter
writing for hearings, and for organizing the team members of their district,
etc.
· Team Member: Each Ohio district will have several team members that are available to share their own personal ASA-ASO/autism story, to write letters when needed, and to ask from help from their neighbors/families/friends. Team members may choose specialize on certain topics – ie. autism insurance parity topic, special education funding, etc.
ASA-ASO is also developing a Legislative Advocacy Manual and will provide local training to constituent volunteer advocates.
If
you are interested in participating in this effort, please send your Name,
address, city,
zip+4, phone, email address, House District Number and Senate
District number and whether you are interested in being a “Team Leader” or a
“Team Member” to
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
. Please put AUTISM ADVOCACY NETWORK in
the subject line. To find your
district numbers, visit www.legislature.state.oh.us and follow the directions
under "Locating Legislators".
For more information, visit our website at www.autismohio.org
NEWS from the ASA:
Autism Society of America Launches New Online Course on Autism
and
Environmental Health
The Autism Society of America is pleased to announce the release of
its newest online course, "Autism and the Environment
101." Sponsored by the John Merck Fund, this introductory-level
course was designed to give individuals with autism spectrum
disorders, parents, other family members, physicians, educators or
anyone affected by autism a general overview of the links between
environmental toxins and autism. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Tc3BT3Fn38xvTk5hd8ishA..
Special Issue of "Autism Advocate" Focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis
ASA's quarterly magazine, the "Autism Advocate," will spotlight
ABA in its upcoming December issue, entitled "Applied Behavior
Analysis: A Powerful Tool for Improving the Lives of People with
ASD." Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=rzLwJjPfXaZBKObH_cSJBw..
Holiday Tips from ASA
While many happily anticipate the coming holiday season, families of
people on the autism spectrum also understand the special challenges
that may occur when schedules are disrupted and routines broken. Our
hope is that by following these few helpful tips, families may lessen
the stress of the holiday season and make it a more enjoyable
experience for everyone involved. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=lwMPUDRmtIROW6kzK7cpoA..
Selected Items on Sale at ASA Store - Shop Now for the Holidays!
ASA has reduced prices on selected items available from our online
store. The God's Butterfly and Jollification ornaments have been
reduced to $10 from $12, and the Jollification scarf has been marked
down to $15 from $25. Items ordered before December 15 should arrive
before December 25. Place your order today at
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=LZJZ4H4XjZgvrlg-oPfZig..
United Nations Holds International Day for Persons with Disabilities
The United Nations celebrated people with disabilities yesterday at
the International Day for Persons with Disabilities at the United
Nations headquarters in New York City. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XngdLQR6Lomv2c_DVAZmcQ..
Environmental Health
The Autism Society of America is pleased to announce the release of
its newest online course, "Autism and the Environment
101." Sponsored by the John Merck Fund, this introductory-level
course was designed to give individuals with autism spectrum
disorders, parents, other family members, physicians, educators or
anyone affected by autism a general overview of the links between
environmental toxins and autism. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Tc3BT3Fn38xvTk5hd8ishA..
Special Issue of "Autism Advocate" Focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis
ASA's quarterly magazine, the "Autism Advocate," will spotlight
ABA in its upcoming December issue, entitled "Applied Behavior
Analysis: A Powerful Tool for Improving the Lives of People with
ASD." Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=rzLwJjPfXaZBKObH_cSJBw..
Holiday Tips from ASA
While many happily anticipate the coming holiday season, families of
people on the autism spectrum also understand the special challenges
that may occur when schedules are disrupted and routines broken. Our
hope is that by following these few helpful tips, families may lessen
the stress of the holiday season and make it a more enjoyable
experience for everyone involved. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=lwMPUDRmtIROW6kzK7cpoA..
Selected Items on Sale at ASA Store - Shop Now for the Holidays!
ASA has reduced prices on selected items available from our online
store. The God's Butterfly and Jollification ornaments have been
reduced to $10 from $12, and the Jollification scarf has been marked
down to $15 from $25. Items ordered before December 15 should arrive
before December 25. Place your order today at
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=LZJZ4H4XjZgvrlg-oPfZig..
United Nations Holds International Day for Persons with Disabilities
The United Nations celebrated people with disabilities yesterday at
the International Day for Persons with Disabilities at the United
Nations headquarters in New York City. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XngdLQR6Lomv2c_DVAZmcQ..
Autism on the Seas
Join the Autism Society of America on a fabulous 12-night
Mediterranean Cruise aboard award-winning Oceania Cruises as we sail
from Athens, Greece, to Venice, Italy, October 22-November 3, 2009. We
will visit 6 ports of call across 13 countries. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=it7L7quZlpw1-k9CWWg4nQ..
Don't Miss ASA's Day on the Hill 2009
Make your voice heard in Washington and register today for ASA's
Day on Capitol Hill 2009, February 25-26! To ensure that families
affected by autism are heard in Washington and beyond, Day on the Hill
2009 will help increase awareness and understanding of autism issues
among federal policymakers and build support for ASA's
legislative priorities. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=qyaRAAkpsfj_z0ArmC0lnA..
Transition Update
President-Elect Obama's transition team has been prolific in its
public announcements over the last two weeks. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=91NbJm-9mSMI9wVoZwzFKA..
Pediatrics Study Looks at Unmet Health-Care Needs of Families Affected by ASD
A new study published in the journal "Pediatrics" has found that
"children with special health-care needs with autism spectrum
disorder are significantly more likely to have problems regarding
access to care and unmet needs." Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=dpnwhmKzmlGSvKfmIJ1HuA..
Brain Waves Show Sound Processing Abnormalities in Children with Autism
Abnormalities in auditory and language processing may be evaluated in
children with autism spectrum disorder by using agnetoencephalography
(MEG), according to a study presented this week at the annual meeting of
the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=OaFnzUb9hK9Mai44b-3efA..
Autism Hangout Podcast Helps Prepare Students with Autism to Succeed in College
Early preparation and careful planning are among the six keys to
helping a student with autism have a successful college career,
according to Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D, whose remarks are featured in
a new podcast. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Gp20Z_cPBOLBJCb8JqqEYQ..
2009 ASA National Conference, July 22-25, in St. Charles, Ill. Registration opens next month!
The 2009 ASA National Conference will be held in St. Charles,
Illinois, at the Pheasant Run Resort July 22-25. We will be opening
registration in mid-January. Please visit the Frequently Asked
Questions on the conference Web site:
www.autism-society.org/conference.
The call for papers is now closed. Many thanks to everyone who sent in
a submission.
We anticipate 2,000 attendees this year and more than 150 exhibitors,
plus speakers from around the globe. In 2008, we were able to expand
our professional credit offerings and create a comprehensive program
that drew a record number of attendees.
If you're interested in exhibiting, advertising in the conference
program guide or becoming a sponsor, please contact Meg Ellacott at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
New DVD Helps Young Children with ASD Recognize and Understand
Emotions
The brainchild of Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, a leading world
authority on autism at the Autism Research Center at Cambridge
University in the United Kingdom, the "Transporters" DVD
is an animated series that teaches children with ASD about emotions.
Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=64iz5sDaspcX9dIeRKzfNg..
New Book on Autism Tells the Story of Two Unlikely Heroes
Don't miss the exciting new children's book by author and illustrator,
S. Charles Decker! "Zack the Prairie Dog" is a heart-warming and
inspirational book that is subtitled, "A prairie tale to promote
autism awareness and the acceptance of differences, both in yourself
and in others." Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Qmc-hHsBtR7XDpiqIQY8iA..
Join the Autism Society of America on a fabulous 12-night
Mediterranean Cruise aboard award-winning Oceania Cruises as we sail
from Athens, Greece, to Venice, Italy, October 22-November 3, 2009. We
will visit 6 ports of call across 13 countries. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=it7L7quZlpw1-k9CWWg4nQ..
Don't Miss ASA's Day on the Hill 2009
Make your voice heard in Washington and register today for ASA's
Day on Capitol Hill 2009, February 25-26! To ensure that families
affected by autism are heard in Washington and beyond, Day on the Hill
2009 will help increase awareness and understanding of autism issues
among federal policymakers and build support for ASA's
legislative priorities. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=qyaRAAkpsfj_z0ArmC0lnA..
Transition Update
President-Elect Obama's transition team has been prolific in its
public announcements over the last two weeks. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=91NbJm-9mSMI9wVoZwzFKA..
Pediatrics Study Looks at Unmet Health-Care Needs of Families Affected by ASD
A new study published in the journal "Pediatrics" has found that
"children with special health-care needs with autism spectrum
disorder are significantly more likely to have problems regarding
access to care and unmet needs." Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=dpnwhmKzmlGSvKfmIJ1HuA..
Brain Waves Show Sound Processing Abnormalities in Children with Autism
Abnormalities in auditory and language processing may be evaluated in
children with autism spectrum disorder by using agnetoencephalography
(MEG), according to a study presented this week at the annual meeting of
the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=OaFnzUb9hK9Mai44b-3efA..
Autism Hangout Podcast Helps Prepare Students with Autism to Succeed in College
Early preparation and careful planning are among the six keys to
helping a student with autism have a successful college career,
according to Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D, whose remarks are featured in
a new podcast. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Gp20Z_cPBOLBJCb8JqqEYQ..
2009 ASA National Conference, July 22-25, in St. Charles, Ill. Registration opens next month!
The 2009 ASA National Conference will be held in St. Charles,
Illinois, at the Pheasant Run Resort July 22-25. We will be opening
registration in mid-January. Please visit the Frequently Asked
Questions on the conference Web site:
www.autism-society.org/conference.
The call for papers is now closed. Many thanks to everyone who sent in
a submission.
We anticipate 2,000 attendees this year and more than 150 exhibitors,
plus speakers from around the globe. In 2008, we were able to expand
our professional credit offerings and create a comprehensive program
that drew a record number of attendees.
If you're interested in exhibiting, advertising in the conference
program guide or becoming a sponsor, please contact Meg Ellacott at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
New DVD Helps Young Children with ASD Recognize and Understand
Emotions
The brainchild of Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, a leading world
authority on autism at the Autism Research Center at Cambridge
University in the United Kingdom, the "Transporters" DVD
is an animated series that teaches children with ASD about emotions.
Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=64iz5sDaspcX9dIeRKzfNg..
New Book on Autism Tells the Story of Two Unlikely Heroes
Don't miss the exciting new children's book by author and illustrator,
S. Charles Decker! "Zack the Prairie Dog" is a heart-warming and
inspirational book that is subtitled, "A prairie tale to promote
autism awareness and the acceptance of differences, both in yourself
and in others." Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Qmc-hHsBtR7XDpiqIQY8iA..
ASA-Greater Cleveland Holiday
Party
ASGC & Autism NE invite you to our 2nd Annual
Holiday Party. Bring your children to meet Santa
and our animated penguin friend “Poppy”. Each child will receive a gift. There will be crafts and games for the kids. Lunch is provided. Admission: Free
and our animated penguin friend “Poppy”. Each child will receive a gift. There will be crafts and games for the kids. Lunch is provided. Admission: Free
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2008
Time: Noon—3:00 PM
St. Michaels Woodside Party Center (Lower Hall—Rear Ent.)
5035 Mill Road (I-77 & Wallings Road Exit),
Broadview Hts., OH 44147
Time: Noon—3:00 PM
St. Michaels Woodside Party Center (Lower Hall—Rear Ent.)
5035 Mill Road (I-77 & Wallings Road Exit),
Broadview Hts., OH 44147
RSVP no later than December 9, 2008
Phone: 216-556-4937
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Please provide ages & gender of each child/teen and
the # of adults attending.
Phone: 216-556-4937
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Please provide ages & gender of each child/teen and
the # of adults attending.
December ASA-Dayton Newsletter
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Grammy - Winning Dan Zanes and Friends to play for autism on March 27, 2009, with net proceeds providing financial support for children with autism and their families in Northeast Ohio
Cleveland, Ohio , December
2, 2008: The National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio Chapter
(NAA-NEO) is pleased to present its benefit concert with Dan Zanes and
Friends, Grammy Award winning children's musician, to take place on March
27th, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at Independence Middle School in
Independence, Ohio. Doors open to the public at 5:30
p.m.
Net proceeds from this benefit
concert will fund the organization's 2009 Helping Hand Program, providing
financial assistance to Northeast Ohio families raising a child or
children with autism. NAA-NEO has awarded $36,000 in grants in 2008
to 65 families raising a child/children or dependent(s) with an autism
spectrum disorder (ASD) in the counties surrounding Cleveland and Akron.
Grants have been given out in the amount of up to $1,000 to help pay for
autism related treatments and therapies such as speech, music, behavioral
and occupational therapies, summer camps, tuition assistance, biomedical
treatments, respite care and others.
NAA-NEO has recently announced
the 2009 Helping Hand Grant Program, receiving nearly 90 applications,
representing nearly a 40% increase from last year. Grants for 2009
will be awarded up to $500 and announced in early February 2009.
According to Mr. Pattison, NAA-NEO President, the increase in
applications is due to the following circumstances. First, the
deteriorating state of the economy affected all families, including
families with autism. Next, there has been an increase in the cost of
autism treatments and a rise in autism cases locally. Third, financial
supports for families raising a child or children with autism remain very
limited outside of household income and private insurance benefits. Last,
Mr. Pattison believes that NAA-NEO received more applications this year
partly due to an increase in awareness about the group's efforts and grant
program amongst local parents and autism service providers.
NAA-NEO invites the public to
support its mission by attending a benefit concert with Dan Zanes and
Friends performing on March 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Independence Middle
School in Independence, Ohio. Tickets for the Dan Zanes and Friends
Benefit Concert for Autism will go on sale on December 5, 2008 and can be
purchased through www.ticketweb.com for $16/child and $32/adult or at
www.autismnortheastohio.org under Special Events .
Dan Zanes, the former lead singer and songwriter for the legendary rock and
roll band The Del Fuegos, and his band perform exuberant, handmade music
for enthusiastic crowds of kids and kid sympathizers. Filled with
irresistible grooves drawn from a wealth of musical traditions, Zanes, his
Brooklyn-based band, and his surprising and eclectic special guests,
create a rollicking "Woodstock for Kids" including exuberant American
traditional songs, dance classics, and smart, inventive originals. The
audience is invited to "sing along with gusto" before things heat up and
ultimately dissolve into an all-ages dance party. Dan Zanes and Friends
has four critically acclaimed family albums, Rocket Ship Beach, Family
Dance, House Party, and the Grammy Award winning CATCH THAT TRAIN!
NAA-NEO is a
501 (c) 3 founded in 2006 with a mission to help individuals diagnosed
with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families access necessary
treatments for autism. NAA-NEO assists families by offering financial
assistance to help defray the cost of treatments as well as educational
workshops and support group meetings on a variety of topics otherwise not
available in the Northeast Ohio autism community. NAA-NEO links families
with already existing community resources such as other autism
organizations primarily through email and via our website available at
www.autismnortheastohio.org.
NAA-NEO is seeking corporate
sponsorships at this time and is looking forward to partner on this
endeavor with the community at large. Interested parties should contact
Don Pattison, President, at (216)280-4544 with any proposals or questions.
About the National
Autism Association - Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO)
Chapter
NAA-NEO is a 501 (c) 3
non-profit organization formed in December 2006. NAA-NEO is a local
chapter to the already well established national organization called the
National Autism Association (NAA). NAA-NEO's mission is to help
individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their
families access necessary treatments for autism.
For more information please
visit our website at www.autismnortheastohio.org. Inquiries and
tax-deductible donations can be placed online or may be sent to the
National Autism Association of Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO) at P.O. Box
221195, Beachwood, Ohio 44122 or via email to
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2009 Summer Internships for Students with Disabilities
in Washington, D.C
The American Association of People with Disabilities is looking for college
students with disabilities to apply for the: 2009 Summer Internships for
Students with Disabilities in Washington, D.C.!
To apply, visit http://www.aapd.com/internships.html
ACCESS TO THE GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM FOR
ALL
WHEN: FEBRUARY 4, 2009
WHERE: DoubleTree Hotel South
6200 Quarry Lane
Independence, OH 44131
Dr. Richard A. Villa, Ed.D. has worked with
thousands of teachers and administrators
throughout North America and the world, to
develop and implement organizational and
instructional support systems for educating all
students within the general education
classroom.
At this conference you will learn about topics
such as:
Differentiating Instruction
Universal Design for Learning
Inclusion Strategies
Co-Teaching
For more information about Dr. Villa, please visit his website at
www.ravillabayridge.com.
About the Conference
This conference is not disability specific. It is designed to
meet the needs of parents, family members, regular
education teachers, special education teachers, principals,
administrators, paraprofessionals, service providers, and
others who represent the interests of children with special
education needs and their families.
WHEN: FEBRUARY 4, 2009
WHERE: DoubleTree Hotel South
6200 Quarry Lane
Independence, OH 44131
Dr. Richard A. Villa, Ed.D. has worked with
thousands of teachers and administrators
throughout North America and the world, to
develop and implement organizational and
instructional support systems for educating all
students within the general education
classroom.
At this conference you will learn about topics
such as:
Differentiating Instruction
Universal Design for Learning
Inclusion Strategies
Co-Teaching
For more information about Dr. Villa, please visit his website at
www.ravillabayridge.com.
About the Conference
This conference is not disability specific. It is designed to
meet the needs of parents, family members, regular
education teachers, special education teachers, principals,
administrators, paraprofessionals, service providers, and
others who represent the interests of children with special
education needs and their families.
For more information, contact:
Gina Mitchner
Education Specialist
The Arc of Greater Cleveland
1331 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216-622-0755
Fax: 216-622-0752
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Website: www.cmr-cleveland.org
Gina Mitchner
Education Specialist
The Arc of Greater Cleveland
1331 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216-622-0755
Fax: 216-622-0752
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Website: www.cmr-cleveland.org
DETERMINING DISABILITY UNDER THE ADA & ADAAA
Thursday 2/26/2009 12:30-4:30 PM
The Ohio State University Columbus Campus
SHRM CEU’s Pending
On January 1, 2009, the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) becomes Public law 110-335. The primary focus of the statute is to clarify the definition of disability in the ADA, extending its protections to more individuals. This workshop will provide an overview of the ADA as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 with an emphasis changes that will policy and decision making surrounding the accommodation process.
A brief history provides a context for understanding the changes to the definition of disability. Building on this foundation a review of the court decisions that congress explicitly rejected and endorsed during passage of the ADAAA will identify how policy and practice can be brought into line with the new statutory requirements.
The interactive approach allows frequent opportunities for reflection and questions emphasizing the principles process that can guide accommodation decision making.
How did we get here?
What has changed?
How can I determine who is covered by the ADA?
Will the accommodation process change?
Fundamental Alteration, Essential Functions & Technical Standards
Extensive resource materials including the statute, case law, and model policies will be provided in an on-line format.
Date: Thursday, 2/26/09
Time: 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Drive (West of the Jerome Schottenstein Center)
The Ohio State University Campus, Columbus, Ohio
Facilitator: L. Scott Lissner
University of New
Mexico Center for Development and
Disability (CDD) Director Cate McClain, M.D., PT, was recognized by Mayor Martin
J. Chavez with the prestigious A+ Award on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the mayor’s State
of the City Address. McClain was given the award for her outstanding work
as a community leader, making a difference in the lives of many New Mexican
families living with autism.
Thursday 2/26/2009 12:30-4:30 PM
The Ohio State University Columbus Campus
SHRM CEU’s Pending
On January 1, 2009, the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) becomes Public law 110-335. The primary focus of the statute is to clarify the definition of disability in the ADA, extending its protections to more individuals. This workshop will provide an overview of the ADA as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 with an emphasis changes that will policy and decision making surrounding the accommodation process.
A brief history provides a context for understanding the changes to the definition of disability. Building on this foundation a review of the court decisions that congress explicitly rejected and endorsed during passage of the ADAAA will identify how policy and practice can be brought into line with the new statutory requirements.
The interactive approach allows frequent opportunities for reflection and questions emphasizing the principles process that can guide accommodation decision making.
How did we get here?
What has changed?
How can I determine who is covered by the ADA?
Will the accommodation process change?
Fundamental Alteration, Essential Functions & Technical Standards
Extensive resource materials including the statute, case law, and model policies will be provided in an on-line format.
Date: Thursday, 2/26/09
Time: 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Drive (West of the Jerome Schottenstein Center)
The Ohio State University Campus, Columbus, Ohio
Facilitator: L. Scott Lissner
Cost: $150.00
$100.00 OSU Employee
$ 75.00 for individuals attending TACCLD http://www.taccld.org/
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L. Scott Lissner
University ADA Coordinator
Office of the Provost
The Ohio State University
(614) 292-6207 (614) 688-8605 (tty)
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$100.00 OSU Employee
$ 75.00 for individuals attending TACCLD http://www.taccld.org/
For additional information contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
L. Scott Lissner
University ADA Coordinator
Office of the Provost
The Ohio State University
(614) 292-6207 (614) 688-8605 (tty)
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it HTTP://ada.osu.edu
Useful News from AUCD
Cate McClain (NM
UCEDD) Receives “A+ Award” from Mayor Chavez
UNM Today; November 24, 2008
Legislative Database for Autism Bills
Launched
National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) Autism
Project under subcontract with the Act Early Regional Summit Project at AUCD and
with funding from the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental
Disabilities (NCBDDD) at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC).
The on-line legislative database tracks autism bills for the
2008-2009 legislative sessions. The autism legislative database provides
information to all 7,382 state legislators and thousands of state legislative
staff in all 50 states and other jurisdictions. The comprehensive database is
developed in an interactive platform that enables legislators and legislative
staff to search autism bills in the directory by keyword. The database is
also available to the public.
Family-Centered Care Tools
Family Voices, Inc.
These newly-published Family-Centered Care
Self-Assessment Tools ar e designed as an opportunity for health care practices
and families to assess current areas of strength and identify areas for growth,
plan future efforts, and track progress toward family-centered care. These tools
include a Family Tool, a Provider Tool, and a Users Guide. An online feedback
survey will soon be available on the Family Voices web site.
Career Opportunities for Students with
Disabilities
COSD Main Site_ (http://www.cosdonline.org)
This website is geared for older students who want to
join the workforce.
join the workforce.
Transporters DVD for children with
ASD
The Transporters is a new DVD that helps young children on the autism
spectrum to recognize and understand emotions.
We’ve been working on it for some years with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen at the Autism Research Center at Cambridge University, here in England. In his team’s evaluation of The Transporters, most children on the autism spectrum caught up with other children in their ability to recognize emotions by watching the DVD for as little as 15 minutes a day for a month.
The official launch isn’t until January but I thought your members might be interested to know that The Transporters is available to the autism community from today, and at a special introductory price, from www.thetransporters.com. I'd be grateful if you could let them know. You may also get a message about this from the ASA.
Please find attached further details about the DVD and the research behind it. Please do get in touch if you need any more information or if there's anything else I can do to help.
Best wishes from an overcast London day.
Claire Harcup,
Director, Changing Media Development
London, England
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.thetransporters.com
We’ve been working on it for some years with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen at the Autism Research Center at Cambridge University, here in England. In his team’s evaluation of The Transporters, most children on the autism spectrum caught up with other children in their ability to recognize emotions by watching the DVD for as little as 15 minutes a day for a month.
The official launch isn’t until January but I thought your members might be interested to know that The Transporters is available to the autism community from today, and at a special introductory price, from www.thetransporters.com. I'd be grateful if you could let them know. You may also get a message about this from the ASA.
Please find attached further details about the DVD and the research behind it. Please do get in touch if you need any more information or if there's anything else I can do to help.
Best wishes from an overcast London day.
Claire Harcup,
Director, Changing Media Development
London, England
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.thetransporters.com
Book: Top Ten Tips: A Survival Guide for Families with
Children on the Autism Spectrum
Top Ten Tips: A Survival Guide for Families with Children on the Autism
Spectrum by Teresa A. Cardon, M.A., CCC-SLP; foreword by Kristi
Sakai
ISBN 978-1-934575-30-7
October 2008
Audience (i.e. age, profession)
Parents and Caregivers of Children on the Autism Spectrum
I get by with a little help ... Do you ever feel like you're in this parenting thing alone? Like no one understands what you're going through? Parenting children on the autism spectrum is an adventure with countless twists and turns. However, with a little help from 44 fellow parents and professionals your daily journey can be a little less bumpy. Top Ten Tips offers 520 practical, tried-and-true tips. The book is organized so that you don't have to read through theories or lengthy descriptions - it is all practical; short and sweet. The stuff you want to know NOW! The book is broken down into nine chapters with topics ranging from family outings, holidays, and frequent activities (bath time, meal time, etc.).
ISBN 978-1-934575-30-7
October 2008
Audience (i.e. age, profession)
Parents and Caregivers of Children on the Autism Spectrum
I get by with a little help ... Do you ever feel like you're in this parenting thing alone? Like no one understands what you're going through? Parenting children on the autism spectrum is an adventure with countless twists and turns. However, with a little help from 44 fellow parents and professionals your daily journey can be a little less bumpy. Top Ten Tips offers 520 practical, tried-and-true tips. The book is organized so that you don't have to read through theories or lengthy descriptions - it is all practical; short and sweet. The stuff you want to know NOW! The book is broken down into nine chapters with topics ranging from family outings, holidays, and frequent activities (bath time, meal time, etc.).
For complete information, click here.
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