Family Engagement Newsletter
Eau Claire Area School District
RESOURCES FOR SCHOOL, HOME & COMMUNITY SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES.
SEPTEMBER 2021
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Weekend Kid’s Meals
The Eau Claire Area School District offers Weekend Kid’s Meals to all students. The purpose of the program is to provide food for your child for the weekend when school meals are not available, and the program is offered through Feed My People Food Bank.
The food is at no cost to you or your child and there are no income guidelines or requirements. Any student is welcome to participate and is free to withdraw from the program at any time.
Please be aware that peanut products are often distributed so children with food allergies should not be enrolled.
This form can be completed online at: https://bit.ly/3y88udA
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your child’s school Partnership Coordinator.
Special Olympics Athlete Meeting
Attention Special Olympics Athletes—New and Returning
There will be a MANDATORY meeting
Monday, September 13, 2021
North High School Auditorium
6:00 pm
ALL ATHLETES AND A PARENT/GUARDIAN FOR ALL SPORTS
(BOWLING, BASKETBALL, SWIMMING AND TRACK) MUST ATTEND.
Contact Stephanie Travis at 715-852-6742 or email stravis@ecasd.us with questions
Goals for Children - New online tool for families
Introducing the new Goals For Children tool from Wisconsin’s Children & Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) Program and the UW Madison Waisman Center which helps parents create individualized, meaningful goals with their child, for use at home and in the community!
Adaptive Art for children and adults with disabilities
Bloom is a community based art studio offering open studio time and classes to allow people from all walks of life the opportunity to explore and rediscover their creative sides.
Located in Artisan Forge Studios in Eau Claire, Bloom will provide the materials, space and support for students and adults to learn a new art or explore their own with support and supplies.
bloomcommunityart.com
Creating Financial Security for a Loved One With Special Needs
Topics will include:
- Setting goals for you and your family
- Assessing if your current plan will be enough.
- Special needs require specialists to get you there.
- Putting it all together ~ implementing your plan.
- Communicating your hopes to others.
- Keeping your plan up-to-date
GENE LAROCK, CLU, ChFC, ChSNC, RICP, WMCP
Able Accounts Vs Special Needs Trusts - An In Depth Discussion
Taking the time to become as educated as possible empowers you to make informed decisions, take appropriate actions and help provide the highest possible quality of life for those who depend on you. This workshop will cover the essential aspects of providing financial security for your loved one with special needs, today and into the future.
GENE LAROCK, CLU, ChFC, ChSNC, RICP, WMCP
Join us for a webinar on Nov 11, 2021 at 7:00 PM CST.
Register Online at Go To Webinar
Great Reads Featuring Local Authors!
I am the Lucky Few
Author: Lily Kirchner, Chippewa Falls, WI
Brody The Lion - I Can Do it, Yes I Can!
Author: Kristin Wegner, PHD, Eau Claire, WI
Brody The Lion - The Shopping Flip
Author: Kristin Wegner, PHD, Eau Claire, WI
Training Dates and Registration Information https://wspei.org/families/pip.php
In Person Training Dates and Registration Information https://wspei.org/families/yippe.php
Learn About DVR Transition Services for Youth
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) Transition Taskforce would like to invite you to learn more about DVR Transition Services, and DVR's collaboration with high schools, through a Virtual Information Session. We will provide a general overview of DVR transition services including how they can be implemented virtually and in person.
Please join us for this live Virtual Information Session about DVR Transition Services from the DVR Transition Taskforce. The session will include:
- An Overview of DVR Transition Services
- Virtual & In Person Services
- Case Study
- Time for Questions
We are excited to enhance the collaboration between DVR and our local schools. The goal is to help students have a smooth transition from school to work and community services.
We will have two sessions to accommodate schedules. We hope you can join us on October 14th at 12:00 pm or at 5:00 pm.
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
+1 608-571-2209,,884511809# United States, Madison
Phone Conference ID: 884 511 809#
INTELLIGENT LIVES stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities – Micah, Naieer, and Naomie – who challenge perceptions of intelligence as they navigate high school, college, and the workforce. Academy Award-winning actor and narrator Chris Cooper contextualizes the lives of these central characters through the emotional personal story of his son Jesse, as the film unpacks the shameful and ongoing track record of intelligence testing in the U.S.
INTELLIGENT LIVES challenges what it means to be intelligent, and points to a future in which people of all abilities can fully participate in higher education, meaningful employment and intimate relationships.
FB: https://www.facebook.com/intelligentl...
Twitter: https://twitter.com/IntelligenceDoc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danhabibfilms/
Social Security’s Program that Helps Children with Disabilities
If you are a parent or know a parent, guardian, caregiver, or representative of someone you think may be eligible, visit our Disability Benefits- Apply for a Child (Under Age 18) web page to learn more and apply.
Free, Online, anonymous tool to help you navigate resources for a child you care about who has mental or behavioral health concerns.
Parenting isn’t always easy. Triple P is here to help!
Triple P can help. Triple P providers teach families how to spend less time battling misbehavior and more time building close relationships. You’ll develop positive parenting skills to manage stress and encourage healthy habits. And that can mean more good days for your family
Triple - P | Family Resource Center Inc. | Eau Claire, Wisconsin (frcec.org)
Coordinating your child's health care
https://familyvoiceswi.org/learn/
(40 Minutes)
Did you Know? Now you Know!
https://familyvoiceswi.org/learn/
(34 Minutes)
What's After High School?
https://familyvoiceswi.org/learn/
(29 Minutes)
WI FACETS FAMILY ENGAGEMENT NEWSLETTER
The current WI Family Engagement Newsletter is here!
Are You on FaceBook and looking to connect with other families about issues important to you?
The following FaceBook Groups are local, parent led and share information and resources.
SNAPS EC: Special Needs and Parenting Support Group
Autism Society Greater Wisconsin West Central Region
Chippewa Falls Special Parents
Parents of Adult Children in Transition (PACT- A Disablity Parenting Group)
AGENCIES SUPPORTING FAMILIES
Finding Your Way: A Navigation Guide for Wisconsin Families Who Have Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs and Disabilities assists families who may have concerns or questions about their child's development or have recently received a diagnosis of a special health care need or disability. It provides brief descriptions of programs, services and systems of support and gives contact information and links to learn more about these and other resources.
UCP of West Central Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Center for Independent Living for Western Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Special Education Procedural Safeguards
ECASD Families First Podcast
Family Resource Guide
ECASD Department of Special Education
PREPARING FOR AN IEP MEETING
Eau Claire Area School District
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Email: lmalnory@ecasd.us
Website: https://www.ecasd.us/District/Home
Location: 500 Main Street, Eau Claire, WI, USA
Phone: 715-852-3075
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