Clarkston PAC
(Special Education Parent Advisory Committee)
OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
RESOURCE SECTION: There are several links for area agencies and resources. Each month we keep the standard local resource agencies in the newsletter so you have information at your fingertips. WE DO ADD NEW THINGS EACH MONTH - BE SURE TO KEEP SCROLLING (even if things look familiar). The gray rectangle "button" will take you to the website for the agency listed.
There are lots of new events and workshops listed this month. Oakland Schools PAC is offering 3 great opportunities for parents at Oakland Schools. They will be hosting 2 parent workshops AND an adaptive equipment Mom to Mom sale. Check out the metro area events and workshop sections, there are new opportunities for everyone.
Please feel free to contact your PAC representatives ANYTIME. We are happy to meet with you and connect you to support and resources for the journey of Special Education.
Find the acorns - then you have read everything!
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Email: clarkstonpac@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Clarkston-PAC-165604537104134/
UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE METRO AREA
dyslexia discuss:
• Testing
• Remediation
• Advocacy CLICK BELOW FOR PDF FLYER
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR
6600 Rochester Road
Troy, MI 48085-1352
"Over 30 local vendors and agencies who service those affected by disability will all be under one roof to provide information and wisdom in their field. Use the student entrance, around the right side of the building. Free Event!"
Autism Friendly Movies & Fun
WHO: Any child/teen/adult with special challenges that would make a regular movie experience challenging and of course their friends and family members.
WHAT: "Autism Friendly" Movies at Emagine Theater on the 1st and 3rd Saturday's of the month. Sensory friendly (Lights up a bit, Sound down a bit) with the ability to get up, move & make noise. Families with allergies can bring their own snacks.
WHEN: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month at 10:30 am
WHERE: Select Emagine Theaters
WHY: Going to the movies is something every person should be able to do.
NoteABLE Youth Ensemble is an instrumental music group for youth with special needs.
NoteABLE Youth Ensemble is registering for its fall term.
Ages 10-18 are welcome and any instrument is supported. Meet at Larson Middle School, Troy on Fridays at 4pm for rehearsals. We perform once each term at a local venue.
In November, NoteABLE Youth will also introduce its Beginners Clinic for those with needs who are beginning an instrument this year. One on one tutoring and guidance is provided.
Both programs strive to keep their costs very low to support families of those with special needs.
We hope to reach as many youth musicians with needs who could benefit from this ensemble. https://noteableyouth.org/
Register: Troy Continuing Ed (https://www.troyceonline.com/) Activity #2657. Troy & Non-Troy residents are welcome to register.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
October 7th, 2019
Keynote Speaker: Glenn McIntosh, VP of Student Affairs at Oakland University
Also featuring conference sessions and vendors.
Click below to view the event brochure.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2019
5:30PM – 7:30PM
Sign-in opens at 5:00pm
WHITE LAKE LIBRARY 11005 Elizabeth Lake Rd White Lake, MI
CLICK BUTTON ABOVE to view the Smore flyer for this event.
CLICK BUTTON ABOVE to view Smore flyer for this event.
Optimistic October
Optimism can be "easier said than done" when we are down in the trenches with our responsibilities as parents, caregivers, and staff serving students with special needs and disabilities. The calendar below offers a daily prompt to gently guide us down the path to optimism as we face each day's challenges.
For more keys to happier living, head over to the http://www.actionforhappiness.org/ website.RESOURCES
2019 Early On Resource Guide
Follow these steps to access the 2019 guide:
1.Click the link below to arrive at the Student Support Services webpage:
https://www.clarkston.k12.mi.us/departments/student-support-services
2.Scroll to the bottom of the page to the "Parent Resources Section"
3.Click on "Early On Oakland Community Resource Guide"
4.Click the link for "Community Resource Guide" to preview or download the guide.
Questions or problems accessing the guide? No worries, contact one of your Clarkston PAC representatives for further assistance.
Rebel Molina: mailto:rjm4087@gmail.com
Robin Maloney: mailto:robin.maloney40@gmail.com