News From ASO:

Funding Available for eRead Professional Development Modules
ODE’s Office of Literacy and eRead at the University of Akron worked together to develop online professional development courses and resources for K-12 literacy educators. The Office for Exceptional Children is offering funds through the regional State Support Teams (SST) to support districts utilizing the eRead Modules as professional development for special and general education teachers who teach students with disabilities.
The modules help educators develop skills that are sustainable, ongoing and focused on student achievement. Educators can build a strong foundation in the Five Essentials, Early Language Learning, Differentiation, English learners, Adolescent Literacy, Scaffolding, High Yield Strategies or Assess Plan Teach. There also are modules on School Leadership and Instructional Coaching. All modules promote a blended face-to-face, online, high-quality professional development experience led by an experienced facilitator.
If you are interested in learning more about the modules, access www.eReadOhio.org and/or contact Lori Vargo, 330-972-7708, or by e-mail at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . If you are interested in learning more about accessing funding to support this e-learning professional development effort, contact your regional State Support Team.

Center for Instructional Supports and Accessible Materials (CISAM) Fall Circular is now available
http://www.ossb.oh.gov/CISAM/CISAM%20Fall%20Circular%202009.pdf

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Rehab Services Commission need Comment on Two Proposed Rules

The Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission (RSC), the state agency that serves Ohioans with disabilities through employment services and determination of disability benefits, is requesting your input regarding two proposed administrative rules:
3304-2-58, Training
3304-2-63, Confidentiality of Information
To view the full text of these and other current RSC administrative rules, go to http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/3304.
RSC values the recommendations of leaders within the disability community and we believe your comments on these and future administrative rules can help us to better serve our consumers.
Comments received will be taken under consideration as the rules are being reviewed for possible future administrative rule filings.
Please address your comments to Assistant Chief Legal Counsel Kimberly Zianno Hudak, Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission, 400 East Campus View Blvd., Columbus, Ohio 43235. Comments are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, December 21, 2009.
Thank you,
Michael Rench
Administrator
Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission
400 E. Campus View Blvd., SW3B
Columbus, OH  43235
About Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission
The Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission is the state agency charged with assisting Ohioans with disabilities to obtain or retain jobs and achieve independence. The Commission accomplishes its mission through partnerships with community rehabilitation programs and vocational rehabilitation professionals across the state. Visit us at www.rsc.ohio.gov.

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Federal Update

Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

Autism Society of America

Support the Autism Society this Holiday Season
Buy gifts for the holidays online this year and support the Autism
Society! You can browse our online store to find expert-recommended
toys and games for your loved ones with autism. The Autism Society is
also excited to partner with Amazon Payments this holiday season,
making it just as easy to support individuals and families affected by
autism as it is to shop on Amazon. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=oSVc2hbHL7SvRgJfCWV7_g..

Submit Your Artwork Online
Last year we inaugurated the Autism Society Online Art Exhibit to
celebrate the creativity and diversity of the autism community -
and it was a smashing success! We hope even more of you will
participate this year. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=qKvNNDhxNHUqmQ1cjXdhig..

We've Moved!
The Autism Society's new office is located at 4340 East-West
Hwy, Suite 350, Bethesda, Maryland 20814.

Study Examines Early Intervention in Toddlers
A new study has shown that early intervention can significantly
improve outcomes for toddlers with autism spectrum disorders, some as
young as 18 months. Though previous studies have shown improvement
with early intervention in older, preschool-aged children, this is the
first randomized, controlled trial in children this young. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=dfLX13dzPUiTPiO4LmtdNQ..

Parent Training Complements Medication for Treating Behavioral Problems in Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Treatment that includes medication plus a structured training program
for parents reduces serious behavioral problems in children with
autism and related conditions, according to a new study. The study,
which was part of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Research Units on Pediatric Psychopharmacology (RUPP) Autism Network,
was published in the December 2009 issue of the "Journal of the
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry." Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=lgcpZXYBxND6LI18c3rc6A..

College Internship Program Announces Dates and Locations for Summer Sessions
The College Internship Program (CIP) has announced dates and locations
of their four summer programs for teens ages 16-19 with learning
differences. The two-week program will be held on the campuses of four
highly rated colleges in California, Indiana, Massachusetts and
Florida, and is designed to prepare students for the transition from
high school to college or careers. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=a3dcWmR3bpwY9pvZPJmdOg..

Autism Society Conference Call for Papers Now Open
The Autism Society's National Conference brings experts and
families together in energetic forums to address the full range of
lifespan issues facing those affected by autism today. The Society has
opened its call for papers that present best-practice,
cutting-edge research on lifespan issues of autism, including early
intervention, education, employment, behavior, communication, social
skills and biomedical interventions, among others. We also welcome the
personal perspectives of families, caregivers and people on the
spectrum of autism. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=-5DB97xbndnrEZWiwH4uaQ..

DAN! Winter 2010 Clinician's Conference
The Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!) Winter 2010 Clinician's Conference
will be held February 6-7 in Tampa, Fla. Clinician seminars are
designed for licensed health-care professionals who provide primary
medical care to children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum
disorders. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=T3zde0UkUTqIHI5RBvCtWg..

Educational Documentary for and about Young People with Asperger's Syndrome
"The Asperger's Difference," a 30-minute educational documentary
for and about young people with Asperger Syndrome, is designed to
support high-functioning young people with autism as they begin the
complicated emotional and physical transition into adolescence and
adulthood. The DVD provides the opportunity to see not only the
challenges, but the often-overlooked strengths, poise, self-awareness
and sense of humor that gives a fuller picture of what it means to
live with Asperger's. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=IoJX1ioShblM-DljVbg4cw..

Web Resource for Caregivers
"Ask Medicare" is a Web-based resource developed by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XaIDmJEACJHhfBDtl6QZGw..

Persons with Disabilities and the Flu
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new
online resource about the flu for persons with disabilities at
www.flu.gov. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=yKC4z_vO2R81RdOKlhgorQ..

"What Does Happy Look Like?"
Angry, sad, anxious, excited - emotions are difficult for many
children on the spectrum to understand and describe. They experience
them, but often cannot say why or express what they mean, thus making
it difficult for them to communicate effectively with their parents,
teachers and peers throughout the day. "What Does Happy Look Like?" is a
new book by Joseph and Silvana Gallo Karim that allows children to
visually identify their emotions and feelings. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=lJL_2HOK-s5zoTq4cwDAoA..

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Approves ABILIFY® for the Treatment of Irritability Associated with Autistic Disorder in Pediatric Patients
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.,
recently announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
has approved the supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for
ABILIFY® (aripiprazole) for the treatment of irritability
associated with autistic disorder in pediatric patients ages 6-17.
Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=aKhL0a1cP4_N1k-V-dYA7w..

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Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

Saturday, December 19 at 10:00 AM “Elf” - Holiday Movie Courtesy of AMC Theaters. FREE Admission & Popcorn/Drinks for this movie only. Location is AMC's Ridge Park Square, 4788 Ridge Road, Brooklyn, OH. RSVP is REQUIRED by December 10 for “Elf”.  Please call (216) 556-4937 or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

10:00 AM Please join us to view “Alvin and the Chipmunks 2” at AMC’s Newport on the Levee.   Admission is Reduced to $4.25.  AMC  Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis.  The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced.  Outside food is permitted.

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Autism Society of Dayton

P.O. Box 1013
Miamisburg, OH 45343

206-984-5760

www.autismsociety-dayton.org

Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - Holiday Party
We are so pleased to invite you to our first annual Holiday Party! 
We have created a website and online registration form for this event.
This event is FREE and open to all families living with autism.  Space is limited so register early!
Please click on the link below to register.
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2miivl372d15305&oseq=a011sfi7tegeb
If you'd rather have a printable registration form, you can go to our website http://www.autism-society.org/dayton_chapter DOCUMENTS for a form.
If you have any questions, please contact Support Chair Shelli Mendel-Koeppl at 206-984-5760. 
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you at the Holiday party!
Where:
Miami Valley Regional Center
4801 Springfield Street
Dayton, OH 45431
When:
December 16, 2009 at 06:30 PM
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December 16, 2009 at 08:00 PM
Fee: FREE

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