Events in September 2021
- Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+
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Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+Building friendships and sharing special moments with a bestie is amazing...but what happens when we want something more? How do we go about doing this? How do we even know what we want? How do we go about this safely?
Join us for an 8-week class for neurodiverse adults ages 18+ where we talk about it all! We'll cover everything from the social nuances of dating and navigating relationships to sexual education, consent, and appropriate ways to communicate. This will be a judgment-free zone where neurodiverse individuals can share their anxieties and fears while asking the questions some have been too embarrassed to ask.
Class will be held at Barrier-Free's Life Skills & Social Studio - 7520 Main St #103 Sykesville, MD 21784. Class tuition is $80. We offer a two-class trial period, details at the link!
Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
- VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
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VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
OnlineBaby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to Know–
Baby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to KnowBaby Navigator is collaborating with the Reading Rockets to bring this webinar series to you. We watch videos together that show how to turn activities you’re doing everyday into learning moments for your baby . . . how to support your baby through challenging moments to get ahead of the terrible twos . . . and much more. These simple moments matter. Especially because your baby’s brain is developing at an amazing rate. What you do and say now can make all the difference.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What does it take to learn to talk — gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your baby’s learning in everyday activities
How to get ahead of the terrible twos
Why join Baby Navigator — learn about our free online resources and tools from pregnancy until your baby turns 24 months old
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about social communication milestones in babies from birth to 24 months and how to support your baby’s learning.Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
- About Autism in Toddlers
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About Autism in ToddlersThis webinar series will help you learn about the core diagnostic features and early signs of autism in toddlers and see early intervention in action.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What is autism and what are the early signs in toddlers?
Watch video clips together — Practice observing early signs of autism and see early intervention in action
How Autism Navigator online courses and tools can help you
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to cover key topics in About Autism in Toddlers.Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
PFA Free Family Fun Event - T.G.I.F. Yoga–
PFA Free Family Fun Event - T.G.I.F. YogaPathfinders for Autism and Child's Heart Yoga are teaming up to try and provide a much needed mental health break for everyone during this hectic time.
Starting on Friday, October 23rd at 4:30 p.m. and continuing once a month until March, please join us for a free, virtual, all ages, family friendly yoga class taught by Bridget Strama.
The event(s) are free, but a one-time registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent out before each class to join in.
Contact Name : pathfinders
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
PFA Presents - TGIF Yoga–
PFA Presents - TGIF YogaPathfinders for Autism and Child’s Heart Yoga are teaming up for a series of FREE yoga classes to try and provide a much needed mental health break for everyone during this hectic time.
Starting on Friday, March 12th at 4:30 p.m. and continuing once a month until October, please join us for a free, virtual, all ages, family friendly yoga class taught by Bridget Strama of Child’s Heart Yoga.
The event(s) are free, but a one-time registration is required. Please register below. A Zoom link will be sent out before each class to join in. You only need to register once to sign up for the series. Feel free to attend one or all of the classes!Contact Name : Neal Lichter
Contact Email : nlichter@pfamd.org
- Spouse Group for Neurotypical Partners in a Neurodiverse Relationship
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Spouse Group for Neurotypical Partners in a Neurodiverse RelationshipGroup leader Grace Myhill, MSW, focuses small group discussions on coping strategies for the unique issues that arise because of the neurological differences between each partner in a neurodiverse couple.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
Cross Keys
BALTIMORE, MD 21210Chess Club–
Chess ClubCome join us for an inclusive ALL AGES AND ABILITES CHESS CLUB! This club is an opportunity to come together, enjoy the game of chess, and socialize. We will have a few other select board games available for those that would like to play (connect four, cribbage, mancala, card games).
ALL AGES AND ABILITES are welcome. Parents are required to stay with any children under the age of 18.
No RSVP required; just come out and enjoy!
**Please note that each person is responsible for following current CDC and Government recommended COVID-19 guidelines.
This Chess Club will meet on the 1st Sunday of the month.
Contact Name : Autism York
Contact Email : info@autismyork.org
Location:
Little Friends Child Care, LLC , York
625 Chambers Road
York - Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers) Self Advocacy group meeting
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Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers) Self Advocacy group meetingWe have established a self- advocacy group that welcomes not only the individuals with disabilities that we serve but others as well. The group is called Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers).
All Voices of U.S meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Mid-Atlantic Main Office (2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air MD, 21015).
Each meeting is a social event where people can discuss whatever recent success they have had, current events and hold fundraisers.All attendees receive food and drink at every meeting.
Volunteers are welcomed!
Feel free to ask any questions.Parnell Barmer
Day Options Director, Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corporation
2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air, Maryland, 21015
Cell- 443-468-9815Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corporation Main Office
2109 Laurel Bush Road
Bel Air, Maryland 21015Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+–
Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+Building friendships and sharing special moments with a bestie is amazing...but what happens when we want something more? How do we go about doing this? How do we even know what we want? How do we go about this safely?
Join us for an 8-week class for neurodiverse adults ages 18+ where we talk about it all! We'll cover everything from the social nuances of dating and navigating relationships to sexual education, consent, and appropriate ways to communicate. This will be a judgment-free zone where neurodiverse individuals can share their anxieties and fears while asking the questions some have been too embarrassed to ask.
Class will be held at Barrier-Free's Life Skills & Social Studio - 7520 Main St #103 Sykesville, MD 21784. Class tuition is $80. We offer a two-class trial period, details at the link!
Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
- Neurodiverse Art Gallery
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Neurodiverse Art Gallery@Barrier-Free, a non-profit that serves Neurodiverse Adults, is hosting an Art Gallery at their Studio in Downtown Sykesville on September 10 & 11!
Stop by this open house style event to learn more about Barrier-Free and browse a variety of original art pieces that include canvas paintings, origami, poetry, and more all.
The suggested donation to attend is $5.
Barrier-Free studio members will be serving light refreshments and handmade treats.
Address:
Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
Location:
Barrier-Free Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784 - Neurodiverse Art Gallery
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Neurodiverse Art Gallery@Barrier-Free, a non-profit that serves Neurodiverse Adults, is hosting an Art Gallery at their Studio in Downtown Sykesville on September 10 & 11!
Stop by this open house style event to learn more about Barrier-Free and browse a variety of original art pieces that include canvas paintings, origami, poetry, and more all.
The suggested donation to attend is $5.
Barrier-Free studio members will be serving light refreshments and handmade treats.
Address:
Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
Location:
Barrier-Free Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784Community Resource Fair and Free School Supplies Give Away–
Community Resource Fair and Free School Supplies Give AwaySaturday, September 11 from Noon - 4 pm
Restoration Temple Apostolic Center
5225 Hamilton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
Contact Name : Dr. Ron Howell
Contact Email : rhowell@btnetwork.org
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrs–
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrsSensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrs–
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrsSensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029 - Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the Nature Center (All ages)
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Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the Nature Center (All ages)he center opens early for these events designed for families with kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities. Enjoy activities led by Howard County Park Rangers, Heritage staff and Robinson Nature Center educators. Families can also explore the exhibits (lights/sounds adjusted), Discovery Room, nature trails, outdoor NaturePlace and a themed-sensory pathway. Planetarium open between 11am and noon. Sensory alert maps, sensory backpacks and quiet areas available.
Contact Name : Howard County Recreation and Parks
Contact Email : --
- Autism Navigator How-To Guide for Families
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Autism Navigator How-To Guide for FamiliesAutism Navigator is collaborating with Autism Science Foundation to bring this webinar series to you. This webinar will help you learn about our How-To Guide for Families online course and ways you can use this resource to engage your child in activities you’re already doing every day and help develop your child’s social communication skills.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What it takes to learn to talk—gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your child’s learning in everyday activities
How Autism Navigator and Baby Navigator online resources can help each family
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about how to actively engage your child using evidence-based strategies in everyday activities. We will also have featured guests regularly that will be announced.Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
- Group for Partners with an Asperger's Profile
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Group for Partners with an Asperger's ProfileIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who communicate and see the world like you do about the challenges that arise in neurodiverse relationships. Not only are coping strategies and tools presented, they are practiced in the meetings to help group members improve their relationship skills.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
Online - VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
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VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
OnlineBaby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to Know–
Baby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to KnowBaby Navigator is collaborating with the Reading Rockets to bring this webinar series to you. We watch videos together that show how to turn activities you’re doing everyday into learning moments for your baby . . . how to support your baby through challenging moments to get ahead of the terrible twos . . . and much more. These simple moments matter. Especially because your baby’s brain is developing at an amazing rate. What you do and say now can make all the difference.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What does it take to learn to talk — gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your baby’s learning in everyday activities
How to get ahead of the terrible twos
Why join Baby Navigator — learn about our free online resources and tools from pregnancy until your baby turns 24 months old
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about social communication milestones in babies from birth to 24 months and how to support your baby’s learning.Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
Supporting Paraprofessionals to Implement Functional Communication Training to Address Challenging Behavior–
Supporting Paraprofessionals to Implement Functional Communication Training to Address Challenging BehaviorPresented by Virginia Walker, PhD, BCBA-D, and Megan Carpenter, M.Ed.Paraprofessionals play an important role in assisting educators to support students with autism spectrum disorder, including delivering behavioral supports to those students who engage in persistent challenging behavior. However, paraprofessionals often are inadequately prepared for their role and have received little or no training to address student challenging behavior. During this webinar, we will present findings and implications from a study examining the effects of teacher-delivered training on paraprofessional implementation of an evidence-based practice, functional communication training, for students with autism spectrum disorder who have complex communication needs. In addition, we will offer attendees with practical guidelines for supervising and training paraprofessionals to deliver behavioral supports.Contact Name : OAR
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- Brown on the Spectrum's Virtual Teen Meetup
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Brown on the Spectrum's Virtual Teen MeetupJoin Brown on the Spectrum as we host our 'Teen Social' meetup for youth ages 12-19!
We will meet on the third Friday of every month.
Please share with your friends and networks who may be interested.
Be sure to register today at the link below.
Looking forward to seeing you!Contact Name : Devan Southerland
Contact Email : devan@brownonthespectrum.com
- Mommy & Me Play
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Mommy & Me PlaySensory friendly social club - self-directed activities in a fun play space for parents / caregivers and preschoolers, including climbing shapes, lights, and sensory boards.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029AJ Drexel Autism Institute Father's Support Group–
AJ Drexel Autism Institute Father's Support Group
Contact Name : AJ Drexel Autism Institute
Contact Email : autisminstitute@drexel.edu
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrs–
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrsSensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrs–
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrsSensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029 - VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
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VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : pathfinders
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
Location:
Online - Latino Parents Support Group
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Latino Parents Support Group
Contact Name : Howard County Autism Society
Contact Email : susanne.mason@howard-autism.org
- Yes, your youth CAN work!
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Yes, your youth CAN work!Yes, your youth CAN work! Transition to life - LEADers follow-up.
When:
September 28, 2021
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This training will be held virtually through Zoom.
Join this LEADers follow-up training to discuss:
- What a transition/career assessment is
- Work-based learning experiences
- Dreams and realistic goals
Featuring speaker: George Tilson
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-mhqD0sH9x6VVqshW3H9CjHDyK3kMTY
Contact Name : Parents' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : --
Tailoring, Targeting, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With Dementia–
Tailoring, Targeting, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With DementiaThis presentation will discuss the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with intellectual disabilities who are living with dementia. Drawing upon tested efficacious interventions, specific interventions will be discussed both in terms of their outcomes as well as their essential elements and treatment principles that can be applied to working with people with intellectual disabilities living with dementia. Interventions will be shared that view the individual within their living context and address modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. Interventions assume a person-centric and tailored approach and address the needs of the person as well as their care partners to help support quality of life.
Contact Name : Jasmina Sisirak
Contact Email : jsisirak@uic.edu
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's–
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
Online - Montgomery County Public Schools - SECAC Meeting
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Montgomery County Public Schools - SECAC MeetingAnyone involved in Special Education in Montgomery County is invited to attend and participate in our monthly meetings including parents, students, caregivers, educators, community partners, service providers, and school administrators.We will always welcome your contribution and meaningful input. Please let us know how we can help!At the end of every SEAC meeting, we will have a parent networking event, a safe place for parents to discuss, share and support one another.Let your voice be heard!Join us at the end of the meeting until 9 p.m. (will not be recorded)
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
- Mommy & Me Play
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Mommy & Me PlaySensory friendly social club - self-directed activities in a fun play space for parents / caregivers and preschoolers, including climbing shapes, lights, and sensory boards.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
Location:
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029 - Run Wild for Autism
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Run Wild for Autism11TH ANNUAL RUN WILD FOR AUTISM 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN & WALK
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT PATHFINDERS FOR AUTISM!
Sunday September 26,2021
Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
1876 Mansion House Drive
Baltimore, MD US 21217Contact Name : Matt Worthington
Contact Email : mworthington@pfamd.org
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad Museum–
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad MuseumSensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad Museum are designed to create an inclusive and safe atmosphere where all visitors are welcome and supported. In order to accommodate for members of the community who identify as neurodiverse, this program promotes sensory awareness throughout the museum by altering the physical environment as appropriate. Some examples of these changes include: decreased lighting and surround sound, signage communicating the location of exhibits with sounds effects, and temporary “quiet” or “calming” zones. These zones will provide a space dedicated to decreased sensory exposure as well as sensory kits equipped with resources for visitors who need an opportunity to process their emotions and experiences. Throughout the day, visitors will be encouraged to participant in B&O Railroad Museum activities, such as a sensory-friendly train ride on the Mile One Express, a kids craft, and a sensory-friendly tour led by one of our trained staff members. There will also be an opportunity for parents to access resources provided by organizations within the community who support families with special needs children. Overall, Sensory Sundays will continue to establish the B&O Railroad Museum as a location dedicated to the support and inclusion of the neurodiverse community.
Contact Name : Riley Weber
Contact Email : rweber@borail.org
Location:
B&O Railroad Museum
901 W Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21223 - Autism Navigator How-To Guide for Families
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Autism Navigator How-To Guide for FamiliesAutism Navigator is collaborating with Autism Science Foundation to bring this webinar series to you. This webinar will help you learn about our How-To Guide for Families online course and ways you can use this resource to engage your child in activities you’re already doing every day and help develop your child’s social communication skills.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What it takes to learn to talk—gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your child’s learning in everyday activities
How Autism Navigator and Baby Navigator online resources can help each family
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about how to actively engage your child using evidence-based strategies in everyday activities. We will also have featured guests regularly that will be announced.Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World Webinar–
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World WebinarThe Special Education Resource Center will offer a 2-Part webinar series open to all BCPS parents and employees. This webinar combines the wisdom of successful parents and educators across generations with recent discoveries about how our children’s brains learn and grow. This fusion of old and new wisdom produces 7 Essential Golden Rules to cut through clutter, hype, and misinformation to provide you solid, time-tested , research-backed guidance.
Presented by Frank Kros, MSW, JD, Kros Learning Group.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 AND Thursday, September 30, 2021 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Register via Eventbrite: https://serc7goldenrules.eventbrite.com
**this is a 2 part event, attendance at both sessions is recommended
All parent trainings are free and brought to you by the Baltimore County Public School Special Education Resource Center!
Register via Eventbrite
and login information will be emailed to you one day in advance. Questions? Email: SERC@BCPS.ORGContact Name : Ellen Galvez
Contact Email : serc@bcps.org
- Families of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Lessons Learned From COVID-19
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Families of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Lessons Learned From COVID-19Presented by: Priyanka Fernandes, MD, MPH, Candance Gragnani, MD, MPH, and Denise Nunez, MD, MPH Event Topic: Understanding the impact of the pandemic on learning and overall health among those with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. Description: Autism Intervention Network on Physical Health (AIR-P) researchers are eager to understand more about the education and physical health of autistic individuals during COVID. This webinar will examine ways to assist autistic students during virtual or hybrid education and include ideas for maintaining physical health during the pandemic. Target audiences: Parents, policy-makers, clinicians, and other autism professionals
Contact Name : Organization for Autism Research
Contact Email : info@researchautism.org
- VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
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VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
OnlineBuried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World Webinar–
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World WebinarThe Special Education Resource Center will offer a 2-Part webinar series open to all BCPS parents and employees. This webinar combines the wisdom of successful parents and educators across generations with recent discoveries about how our children’s brains learn and grow. This fusion of old and new wisdom produces 7 Essential Golden Rules to cut through clutter, hype, and misinformation to provide you solid, time-tested , research-backed guidance.
Presented by Frank Kros, MSW, JD, Kros Learning Group.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 AND Thursday, September 30, 2021 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Register via Eventbrite: https://serc7goldenrules.eventbrite.com
**this is a 2 part event, attendance at both sessions is recommended
All parent trainings are free and brought to you by the Baltimore County Public School Special Education Resource Center!
Register via Eventbrite
and login information will be emailed to you one day in advance. Questions? Email: SERC@BCPS.ORGContact Name : Ellen Galvez
Contact Email : serc@bcps.org