NHCS Advisory Council on Special Education: August 2010

Thursday, August 26, 2010

NHCS Advisory Council Goals (2010-2011)

1. Maintain diversity of the advisory council membership.

2. Increase school and community awareness concerning children with special needs and their families.

3. Obtain information, report findings and make recommendations regarding service delivery to the New Hanover County Board of Education.

4. Communicate appreciation and support to those who are involved with children with special needs.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Advisory Council Trainings (2010-2011)

Advisory Council Orientation
August 16, 2010
Dr. West, NHCS Interim Superintendent

MindSet
September 17, 2010
Tim Dominowski, Principal

Home Hospital Services
October 15, 2010
Betsy Stanwood, Liaison

Related Services
November 19, 2010
Gayle Bell, PT & Cindy Hancock,OT

Continuous Improvement Performance Plan Review
December 17, 2010
Bill Trant, NHCS Director of Special Education

IEP Manifestation Determination
January 21, 2011
Betsy Stanwood & Betty Greer, Liaisons

ADHD
February 18, 2011
Aitza Galarza, School Psychologist & Suzanne Rilling, Behavior Specialist

Intensive Behavioral Services (IBS) Training
March 18, 2011
Susan Cole, Behavior Specialist & Becca Tagg, School Psychologist

Adapted Physical Education (APE)
April 29, 2011
Ann Hughes, APE Teacher

Schedule (2010-2011)

August 16, 2010
Spencer Board Room
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

September 17, 2010
Bradley Creek Elementary
9 am - 11 am

October 15, 2010
Bellamy Elementary
9 am - 11 am

November 19, 2010
Castle Hayne Elementary
9 am - 11 am

December 17, 2010
Holly Tree Elementary
9 am - 11 am

February 21. 2011
Coming Together Conference
8 am - 4 pm

February 18, 2011
ISAAC Bear Early College
9 am - 11 am

March 18, 2011
TYPA/UNCW Location
9 am - 11 am

April 27, 2011
Appreciation Tea
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

April 29, 2011
Pine Valley Elementary
9:00 am - 11:00 am

May 20, 2011
Roe Pre-K Center
9 am - 11 am

June 10, 2011
NHCS Administration Building
9 am - 11 am

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Temple Grandin at UNCW - February 14, 2011

Temple Grandin

Thinking in Pictures: And Other Reports from My Life with Autism

Monday, February 14, 2011 at 7 pm

Kenan Auditorium

World-renowned author and animal scientist, Dr. Temple Grandin shares her insights on human and animal minds. A pioneer in increasing the public's understanding of autism and animal behavior, Grandin draws from her experiences with autism to design humane livestock facilities and to articulate the singular ways in which individuals with autism experience the world. Diagnosed with autism as a child, Grandin talks about how her mind works—sharing her ability to “think in pictures,” which helps her solve problems that neurotypical brains might miss. She is revered by animal rights groups and members of the autistic community, perhaps because in both regards she is a voice for those who are sometimes challenged to make themselves heard.

Above & Beyond: Audience Q&A and book signing to follow.

Tickets: $9 public, Free for UNCW students, faculty/staff.
Call Kenan Box Office at 962.3500 or buy tickets online-http://uncw.edu/stuaff/presents/performing-tickets.htm

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

NHCS Advisory Council Membership (2010-2011)

NHCS Advisory Council Membership

2010-2011

Officers
Karla Curry, Chair

Bryan Aikens, Co-Chair

Melonia Anderson, Co-Secretary

Jeanne Mullins, Co-Secretary

Members

Vanessa Bishop

Robbin Brown Bailey

Laura Bullard

Linda Callahan

Sabrina Canty

Lauren Flanagan

Jess Frank

Gloria Garton

Sam Highsmith

Helen Johnson

Laura Kellenberger

MIchael MacGovern

Sal Marsico

Boni Parker Hall

Wanda Seed

Beth Stukes

Mark Tracy

Clare Wadsworth

Bambi Walton-Rivenbark

Edwin L. West, III

Ex-Officio Members
Cathy Alberts
Carolyn Blanding
Deborah Downey
Sheryl Ewing
Judy Farrow
Marjorie Graham
Linda Granger
Rhonda Hayes
Beck McGee-Hudson
Gail Kays
Vickie Mebane
Linda Mechling
Susan Ritchie
Beatrice Spencer
Mary Stough
Chet Stukes
Rachel Towns
William Trant

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Advisory Council Visits Mosley Performance Learning Center

Mosley Performance Learning Center

May 21, 2010

2010 Appreciation Tea

NHCS Advisory Council's Appreciation Education Tea

April 28, 2010

NHCS Advisory Council's Appreciation Tea was held on April 28, 2010 at the Spencer Building. Fifty-four individuals and community agencies were nominated and recognized at the Appreciation Tea. Community partners, PPD and NHCS PTA's, generously donated funds to support the event. In addition, 55 gift bags were presented to the Exceptional Children bus drivers for their dedication to students with disabilities in New Hanover County.