Happy Valentine's Day
February 2023
Kindness Challenge
This month you and your student can complete the Kindness Challenge by completing as many tasks as you can before the end of February. Small acts of kindness can go a long way and we want to remind everyone how important and effective kindness is and how loving everyone can make this world a better place.
The Little Things
By Margaret Lindsey
The little things are most worthwhile
A quiet word, a look, a smile,
A listening ear that’s quick to share
Another’s thoughts, another’s care…
Though sometimes they may seem quite small,
These little things mean most of all.
Thank you all for your continuous support of the Parent Resource Center and our Parent Training Events.
Happy Love Month!
Contact the PRC for an appointment to create your own visual in-home supports!
Area 6 Special Olympics Basketball Skills Competition
10 tips for Valentine’s Day with Disabled Students
- Use social stories to prepare children who need preparation
- Think about what areas of need your child has (social skills, communication, writing, etc.) and think about how you can incorporate addressing those needs (or practicing) using Valentine’s Day.
- Ask your teacher ahead of time for the class list, don’t wait for a week before if you need more time. Unless she’s a first-year teacher, she will be able to handle the question “How did you handle Valentine’s Day in previous years for children who struggle with…..?”
- Think about what your child can and cannot do, as it pertains to choosing, signing, and distributing Valentines, and send a note to your teacher. “Dear teacher, we want {name} to enjoy Valentine’s Day this year, and in past years it has been quite stressful and frustrating for her because….. So this year, I think if we do A, B, and C….”
- Ask your teacher about special diets, food allergies, Type 1 Diabetes, etc.
- Better yet, instead of candy, if you must buy a small token gift to go with the Valentine, choose a pencil, eraser, or stickers.
- Celebrate Valentine’s Day at home, no matter how small your celebration is. I get the kids and hubby a card and we have collected a few Valentine’s Day-themed books over the years.
- Keep in mind the needs of the class or the teacher. Some kids may really struggle with reading and distributing cards with all the other kids’ names on them.
- Don’t buy a box or set of Valentines that is mixed if your child struggles with decision-making. Find something cute online and print them. Many Valentines are sold in boxes that have an assortment of 4-6 different cards, and if your child really will want to send a particular card to a particular classmate, don’t buy items that give them that option. Buy or print 25 of the same card. Or plan to use this activity to work on making decisions (in a timely manner!).
- It goes without saying, but make sure they give a card to every child.
I hope that your Valentine’s Day is fun, peaceful, and full of love!
https://adayinourshoes.com/inclusive-valentines-day-special-needs-disability/
Parent Training: On Campus 18+/TRAILS w/ Sheila Gonzales
Parent Training: Medicaid Waiver Program/SSI w/ Dr. Pennington & Anna Lambert
Parent Training: Transition w/ Felicia Caraway
Transition Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Students w/ Disabilities
Special Education Parent Advisory Committee
Conroe ISD YOUniversity
This event is free; you do not have to be a CISD student. We plan to have activities, food trucks, presentations for students and parents, and information from community resources. There will be sessions for ALL grade levels, including topics such as coping with anxiety and substance use prevention, and our CISD police will talk about social media trends.
YMCA Adaptive Sports
Adaptive Sports Programs
Programs offered include:
- Miracle League
- Basketball
- Kickball
- Swimming
- Soccer
(varies by season)
Adaptive Programming Locations
- Insperity Adaptive Sports Complex, 11820 Madera Run Pkwy, Humble, TX 77046
- J.E. & L.E. Mabee Adaptive Sports Complex 16725 Longenbaugh Dr, Houston, TX 77095
- Lake Houston Family YMCA, 2420 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Kingwood, TX 77339
https://ymcahouston.org/programs/community/adaptive-programs
Canine Companions for Independence
Canine Companions is leading the service dog industry so our clients and their dogs can live with greater independence. We provide service dogs to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities and facility dogs to professionals working in healthcare, criminal justice, and educational settings. Since our founding in 1975, our dogs and all follow-up services are provided at no cost to our clients.
Who We Serve
- Adults with physical or auditory disabilities.
- Children with physical or cognitive disabilities aged five or older or adults with physical or cognitive disabilities who require the assistance of a facilitator such as a parent, caregiver, or spouse.
- Veterans with a physical or auditory disability or post-traumatic stress disorder* (PTSD).
- Professionals working in a health care, visitation, criminal justice, or education setting.
Conroe ISD Special Education Parent Advisory Committee
Join us in making a difference!
An opportunity for families to have proactive productive involvement by inviting their input.
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council meets at least four times a year to work on communication and activities that encourage continuous improvement that benefits the students receiving services in Conroe ISD.
April 14, 2023
12 PM to 1 PM
ZOOM LINK:
https://conroeisd.zoom.us/j/83313854232?pwd=eWtHNDIyR204NFVzaGkrckJ5bFJNUT09
Black History Month: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
ASL
Social Stories
Macaroni and Cheese
And now, time for something easy. After making far too many desserts during the holidays, I thought it might be good to share a recipe for a quick meal. Children and adults alike enjoy this simple, yet decadently rich pasta dish.
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 1 box rotini lentil bean pasta
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon kudzu
- ¼ cup water
- 2 cups steamed broccoli
- extra grated cheese to drizzle over pasta
Instructions
In a large pot, bring 12 cups of water to a boil, then add 1 tablespoon of grapeseed oil and pasta
Reduce to a slow boil, stirring frequently, and cook uncovered for 7-9 minutes
Drain pasta
- In a small saucepan, heat cheese, butter, and cream over low heat and stir until melted
In a small bowl, dissolve kudzu in water and mix well
Stir the kudzu mixture into the pot of melted cheese
Whisk the cheese mixture vigorously by hand or with a blender
Drizzle cheese sauce over the pasta
Serve with broccoli and a sprinkle of extra cheddar.
Parent Resource Center Liaison
Prof Sp Ed/Parent Liaison
Special Education
M-F from 9 AM to 3 PM.
Email: parentresourcecenter@conroeisd.net
Website: www.conroeisd.net
Location: 701 North 3rd Street, Conroe, TX, USA
Phone: 936-709-8209
The Conroe Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information about Title IX rights or Section 504/ADA rights, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA coordinator at 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, TX 77304; (936) 709-7752.
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