Ct3education.htm be vigilant that it does not happen in connecticut. need help but are not reallylearning disabled. lower pupil/teacher ratio in special education classrooms http://www.ptla.org/ptlasite/quinnehtukqut/ct3education.htm
Extractions: Summer 1998 Issues in Native American Education By Bonnie S. Bostrom Bonnie is the Chief of Education for the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. She is a member of the Alabama Band of Cherokee. Bonnie has her Master's Degrees in Special Education and Educational Administration. She is currently a Doctoral Candidate in Leadership and Educational Administration from the University of New Mexico. She has worked in many pueblos and reservations. Table of Contents Introduction Higher Education Introduction There are many important issues in education facing Native Americans today. This article will cover some of those issues. The issues are: special education services, parental involvement, economic issues, staff development, and political coalitions. This article does not cover all of these issues in depth. It will, however help readers understand them. Parents must understand their rights when it comes to Special Education referral, testing, and placement. The percentage of Native American students who are getting Special Education services is, in some places, much higher than the national average. You, as a Native American parent, should be aware that special education is not always the most helpful placement for your child.
BioBlitz has now come to the connecticut State Museum of in hospitals and to special needspopulations including blind, deaf, multiplydisabled, and autistic http://www.mnh.uconn.edu/mint.htm
Extractions: She brought the astonishing world of natural history to catastrophically ill children in hospitals and to special needs populations including blind, deaf, multiply-disabled, and autistic children. She designed programs for senior citizens. Her work took her into three states from a base at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh, the fourth largest natural history museum in the United States. "As the State's museum, we view all corners of the state and points in between as our backyard. It is often easier for the Museum to take programs out to schools and community groups than it is for them to come to us, especially those at a distance from Storrs," said Dr. Ellen J. Censky, Museum Director, who initiated the new educational outreach program.
Codi.buffalo.edu/archives/pubs/.newsl.jour/.newsl for Software Evaluation) University of connecticut Box U Rehabilitation Council forthe disabled 45 Shepard local efforts to educate special education children. http://codi.buffalo.edu/archives/pubs/.newsl.jour/.newsl
Extractions: Newsletters and Journals Trace Quick Sheets - 8/93 This list contains periodicals with information for computer users with disabilities, those using computers to teach persons with disabilities, and those interested in the area of augmentative communication. No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion in this list. Contact each resource for specific, up-to-date information. The Advocate Autism Society of America 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 650 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 657-0881 (800) 3-AUTISM Contains information relating computers to the teaching of autistic children. Lists conferences and referrals, also contains articles, interviews, and research updates on computers and autism. Quarterly. American Journal of Occupational Therapy American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) 1383 Piccard Drive Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 948-9626 Publication covers new approaches, practices, research, educational activities, and professional trends in occupational therapy. Assistive Technology RESNA 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 857-1199 Journal which focuses upon technological issues in the rehabilitation field. Augmentative and Alternative Communication Decker Publications 1 James Street South P.O. Box 620, LCD1 Hamilton, ON L8N 3K7 CANADA (416) 522-7017 Quarterly journal focuses on non-verbal communication, integration theory, technology, and systems development, as well as assessment, treatment and education of communication systems users. Augmentative Communication News Augmentative Communication, Inc. One Surf Way, Suite 215 Monterey, CA 93940 (408) 649-3050 Bimonthly newsletter covering topics in augmentative communication. Each issue contains sections on consumer issues, equipment, clinical news, governmental affairs, and research. Blissworld Blissymbolics Communication International 24 Ferrand Drive Don Mills, ON M3C 3N2 CANADA (416) 421-8377 A newsletter forum for Bliss symbol users, clinicians, and other interested persons. The Catalyst Western Center for Microcomputers in Special Education 1259 El Camino Real, Suite 275 Menlo Park, CA 94025 (415) 855-8064 Quarterly newsletter that provides information on technology adaptations for special education and rehabilitation. Closing the Gap Closing the Gap, Inc. P.O. Box 68 Henderson, MN 56044 (612) 248-3294 Bimonthly magazine which provides information on the use of computers in special education and rehabilitation. Includes a "Software Previews" column, user comments, articles, and suggestions. Annual product directory published. Communicating Together Sharing to Learn P.O. Box 986 Thornhill, ON L3T 4A5 CANADA (416) 771-1491 Quarterly journal which provides a means of sharing experiences and information on communication for non-speaking individuals. Communication Outlook Artificial Language Laboratory Michigan State University 405 Computer Center East Lansing, MI 48824-1042 (517) 353-0870 Quarterly journal which focuses on communication aids and techniques. Provides information also for blind and visually impaired persons. Affiliated publication of ISAAC and USSAAC. The Communicator Colorado Easter Seal Society 5755 West Alameda Lakewood, CO 80226 (303) 233-1666 Quarterly newsletter which provides information on assistive technology and adaptive equipment; also lists training and conference opportunities. Computer-Disability News National Easter Seal Society 70 E. Lake Street Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 726-6200 Quarterly publication which includes announcements regarding products, software, meetings, grants as well as interviews with professionals in the field. Computing Teacher ISTE (International Society for Technology and Education) 1787 Agate Street University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403 (503) 346-4414 Published eight times per year. Includes articles, columns, software reviews, new products, and calendars. ConnSENSE (Connecticut's Special Educ. Network for Software Evaluation) University of Connecticut Box U-64 249 Glenbrook Road Storrs, CT 06269-2064 (203) 486-0172 Concerned with evaluating courseware for students with disabilities. Has telecommunications system for special education administrators, and a telecommunications project for students with disabilities. Publishes the ConnSENSE Bulletin which contains reviews of software as they apply to students with special needs. Lists upcoming events and technological breakthroughs for people with disabilities as well as resource and reference information. D-SNUG Newsletter Disabled/Special Needs Users Group Boston Computer Society One Kendall Square Cambridge, MA 01239 (617) 252-0600 Quarterly newsletter of the Disabled/Special Needs Users Group of the Boston Computer Society. Available in print. The Disability Rag Advocado Press, Inc. Box 145 Louisville, KY 40201 (502) 459-5343 Deals with social change and political issues affecting the disability rights movement. Frequently contains articles regarding the relevance of technology and announcements about new technology. Education Technology News Business Publishing, Inc. 951 Pershing Drive Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 587-6300 Bi-weekly newsletter that reports on computer advances in education. Reports on teacher training, software purchasing, obsolescence, new products, research, legislation, state and local news, meetings and conventions. Educational Technology Educational Technology Publications 720 Palisade Avenue Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 (201) 871-4007 Monthly publication with articles, literature, product reviews, and abstracts of documents from the ERIC Clearinghouse of Information Resources on the application of technology relating to education. Exceptional Parent Magazine 120 State Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 (201) 489-0871 (800) 372-7368 This publication is printed ten times per year and is designed for parents of children with disabilities. Much of the material is written by parents and information on technology is included. One issue per year is devoted strictly to technology as well. Journal for Computer Use in Speech and Hearing Computer Users in Speech and Hearing (CUSH) P.O. Box 2160 Hudson, OH 44236 (216) 972-7564 Journal dealing with computer applications in treatment, diagnosis, and delivery of services for persons with communication impairments. Includes software/hardware reviews, new product announcements, and summaries. Journal of Cognitive Rehabilitation 6555 Carrollton Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-9672 Bimonthly journal that includes articles on the use of computers in cognitive rehabilitation retraining, software reviews, and printed source code to allow readers to program new applications. Journal of Special Education Technology Peabody College of Vanderbilt University Box 328 Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 322-8150 Quarterly journal which has information, research, and reports on innovative practices applicable to educational technology. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness American Federation for the Blind 15 West 16th Street New York, NY 10011 (212) 620-2000 Research journal on issues related to visual impairment and blindness. Includes research reviews, application papers, and articles on special topics (including assistive technology). Published monthly, except July and August. Rehabilitation Digest Canadian Rehabilitation Council for the Disabled 45 Shepard Avenue E., Suite 801 Toronto, ON M2N 5W9 CANADA (416) 250-7490 Quarterly journal which contains a technology section as well as other regular sections that highlight books and articles of interest to the rehab community. SERC Newsletter Special Education Resource Center 25 Industrial Park Road Middletown, CT 06457 (203) 632-1485 Outlines the Center's inservice activities, lists new acquisitions, provides bibliographies for research and additional information on educational resources for parents, educators, and others. Special Education Report Capitol Publications 110 King Street, Suite 444 Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 683-4100 Bi-weekly newsletter containing information about federal, state, and local efforts to educate special education children. Covers new laws and regulations, court cases, and funding. Technology and Learning 330 Progress Road Dayton, OH 45439 (800) 543-4383 (800) 523-4625 Newsletter aimed toward computer use in education and administration of schools and colleges. Technology Update Sensory Access Foundation 385 Sherman Avenue, Suite #2 Palo Alto, CA 94306 (415) 329-0430 (voice) (415) 329-0433 (TDD) Bimonthly newsletter with information regarding technology and vision impairment. Includes new product announcements, product reviews, and consumer information. Available in print and audio tape. Word from Washington United Cerebal Palsy Association Mail Process Center P.O. Box 879 Cedar Rapids, IA 52406 (800) USA-5UCP Bimonthly newsletter devoted to policy issues of interest to persons with disabilities. Includes analyses and updates on regulations, legislations, and other federal government measures.
CT Focus Father's Network of Southwest connecticut the arts, is to enrich the lives of disabledchildren and adults and others with special needs, through active http://home.att.net/~childsplay/ctfocus.htm
Extractions: "Focus On Connecticut" Child's Play Clinic is now located in Westport, Connecticut. Therefore, this page is dedicated to providing information to parents, who have children of all ages with special needs in the state of Connecticut. Resources, organizations, and individuals will be added as they become available to us. (Revised 3/03) All About Baby Resource Guide: Connecticut's Premiere Children's Resource Magazine. Published three times a year(March-July-November). All about Baby is a regional resource magazine designed to provide new, expectant and experienced parents with information about local services, products and news. Serving New Haven, New London, Middlesex and Fairfield Counties. Addresses prenatal through preschool. A free publication available to parents primarily through healthcare providers. You can contact them at (203)389-6182 or visit their website at www.allaboutbaby.com Childcare for Children with Special Needs: The following is a resource to help locate daycares that can and are willing to accommodate children with special needs. You can call them at (800)505-1000 Mondays-Fridays between the hours of 9:00am-5:00pm. Information is offered both in English and Spanish. Connecticut Birth-to-Three Program: A resource available to parents with children ages birth through three years old. You may reach them at (800)505-7000 or visit them at their website located at
Stateline.org Lobbying Season Opens For Special Education the full cost of educating learning disabled children even billion to educate the5.6 million special-needs kids t really change the cost of special education http://www.stateline.org/story.do?storyId=225070
Index To 2002 Connecticut Public And Special Acts Index to 2002 connecticut Public and special Acts. ASSISTANCE CONTRACT TO THE ELDERLYAND THE disabled (CONNPACE). Act 011 of the November 15 special Session. http://www.cslib.org/psindx02/p.htm
Extractions: Index to 2002 Connecticut Public and Special Acts PARENTING EDUCATION PA 02-132 (SUB HB 5748) An act concerning the Court Support Services Division, court operations, conciliation procedures in a dissolution of marriage and expansion of the parenting education program. PARKING TICKETS PA 02-132 (SUB HB 5748) An act concerning the Court Support Services Division, court operations... PAROLE OFFICERS PA 02-138 (SUB HB 5680) An act concerning...reporting and investigation of child abuse and neglect... PATIENT CARE SERVICES PA 02-3 (SUB SB 33) An act concerning certain taxes related to health care... PATIENT RECORDS. see MEDICAL RECORDS PATIENTS SA 02-11 (SB 532) An act concerning a pamphlet outlining the rights of hospital patients. PAYMENTS IN LIEU OF TAXES. see STATE GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PENTAGON ATTACK. see SEPTEMBER 11 TERRORIST ATTACKS, 2001 PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR THE DISABLED PA 02-7 (May 9 Sp. Sess.) (HB 6004) An act concerning state expenditures. [Sec. 110] PERSONAL INCOME TAX. see STATE INCOME TAX PERSONAL NEEDS ALLOWANCE PA 02-7 (May 9 Sp. Sess.) (HB 6004) An act concerning state expenditures. [Sec. 55]
Index To 1998 Connecticut Public And Special Acts PA 98001 (HB 7001) (December special Session) An disabled persons, employment ofPA 98-205 (SUB SB SB 613) An act concerning connecticut Lottery Corporation http://www.cslib.org/psindx98/98s.htm
Extractions: Index to 1998 Connecticut Public and Special Acts S CORPORATIONS PA 98-262 (SUB HB 5681) An act concerning technical changes and additions to various tax statutes. SALES AND USE TAX PA 98-110 (SUB SB 416) An act providing for reductions in taxes for individuals and businesses. PA 98-244 (SUB HB 5679) An act concerning simplification, enforcement and minor changes to various tax statutes. PA 98-262 (SUB HB 5681) An act concerning technical changes and additions to various tax statutes PA 98-001 (HB 7001) (December Special Session) An act authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds of the state to finance an open-air stadium project and related infrastructure improvements in Hartford, Connecticut and a training facility in the state and the execution of an agreement between the state and the National Football League New England Patriots. SCHOLARSHIPS PA 98-136 (SB 613) An act concerning Connecticut Lottery Corporation staff killed in the line of employment. PA 98-252 (SUB HB 5118) An act concerning revisions to the education statutes and the registration of interpreters for the deaf and hearing impaired. SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY-BASED TRUANCY PREVENTION INITIATIVE PA 98-183 (SUB SB 448) An act concerning truancy and other family with service needs cases.
*Imagine* Links To G/T Organizations connecticut Association for the Gifted; Florida Association for for Gifted/LearningDisabled; Uniquely Gifted Resources for Gifted/special needs Children; http://cty.jhu.edu/imagine/linkG.htm
Issues & Views: Lies About School Choice will be insufficient help for students with special needs. and the physically andmentally disabledall at a for Education Reform, 1000 connecticut Ave., NW http://www.issues-views.com/index.php/sect/1003/article/1042
Extractions: (Also enter "Subscribe" to receive free Biweekly Updates) Most education special interests, like the National Education Association (NEA), do not have the interests of children first and foremost in mind. Their leaders scorn any plan to expand the choices of parents beyond the school to which their children are assigned. Despite enormous growth and power in the 1980s among anti-choice education leaders and lawmakers, those groups that continue to oppose this popular tide of school reform, are finding it more and more difficult to win. With growing support for and participation in choice programs, it is hardly surprising that the opponents of reform have accelerated their attacks on educational choice. The criticisms against choice constitute nine broad categories. Here are rebuttals to three major ones. Lie #1: Choice will leave the poor behind in the worst schools.
Extractions: Background Information Health Care for Children with Disabilities or Enrolled in Special Education Programs: A brief Summary A brief analysis of a critical issue in special education: Tapping Medicaid Funds . From the National Association of State Directors Special Education. Click here for PDF format. Resources for Parents of Children with Special Needs Family Voices: Families and Friends Speaking on Behalf of Children with Special Health Care Needs
May 2002 Autism News,disability News,special Education News connecticut State Finds More Abuse Former Haddam Hills School Faulted Again. Programshelp enable the disabled. Posted 5/17/02. Private Eye special Report on MMR. http://trainland.tripod.com/may2002.htm
Extractions: Posted 5/31/02 Off label prescribing to children in primary care in Germany: retrospective cohort study New vaccine development 1.6 million elementary school children have ADHD, says report Death in children with epilepsy: a population-based study (you will need to sign up/log in for this) Late talkers may lag in other skills CONNECTICUT State Finds More Abuse Former Haddam Hills School Faulted Again Brian Grazer to Receive The Help Group's Humanitarian Award Mechanism For Regulation Of Adult Stem Cells Found ... New Research Shows Seroquel May Help Schizophrenia Patients Achieve A More Successful Recovery Posted 5/30/02 Study Clears Hepatitis Vaccine of MS Link Protein Makes Night And Day Difference Angry Outbursts May Signify Dysfunctional Brain Program Helps Make a Future Possible for the Learning-Disabled ... Neuro-epileptic determinants of autism spectrum disorders in tuberous sclerosis complex Posted 5/22/02 OBITUARIES: MARIETTA: Jennifer Dobos, 51, school speech therapist Could colour cure your ills? WHO: 50 million children affected by iodine deficiency in 2001 This Buddy system is quite a hit ... In Folding Proteins, Clues to Many Diseases (NY Times, have to register) Learning to talk Language timing crucial for kids, experts say
Ab_peterson_inclusive_1|Student Resource Center|InclusiveNet connecticut Coalition for Inclusive Education Web Page people, parents of disabledchildren and special needs Education Building an Inclusive Education and http://wps.ablongman.com/ab_peterson_inclusive_1/0,6727,476680-,00.html
Extractions: InclusiveNet Note that resources in a Portable Document Format are noted by the symbol . You will need a copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader to access these documents which you can download HERE. They may also take a bit longer to load on your screen. Comprehensive Inclusive Education Sites The Consortium for Inclusive Schooling represents a collaborative effort to build the capacity of state and local education agencies to serve children and youth with and without disabilities in school and community settings. Inclusion Press A site filled with resources, publications, videos, and other information related to inclusion and social justice. National Institute for Urban School Improvement. Site with many resources regarding inclusive education practices that also help improve urban schools for all children. Family Villages Inclusive Education Resources Site. A wonderful site with many resources related to families. These links are related to inclusive education. Inclusion Resource Network This site is dedicated to including all children in the classroom. It has links to databases of information and links to sites related to special education. This site also has a monthly Focus PSA, provincial specialist associations, that focus on a specific area related to inclusion.
Special Children Events Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec, Massachusetts, connecticut, New York Through your donationsto special Kids Fund's and research for developmentally disabled and at http://specialchildren.about.com/library/blevents.htm
Extractions: The goal of this conference is to showcase culturally competent, family-centered research and innovative programs and practices. The conference will feature paper and panel presentations related to improving services for families and their children who are affected by emotional, behavioral, or mental disorders. Participants will exchange information about family-centered research and program strategies, including family and/or youth involvement in all aspects of research and service delivery.
Health And Disability Resource Centre - Planetamber.com Learning Difficulties Greenwich - connecticut - USA - good Lodge School - PhysicallyDisabled - Staffordshire - UK Ifield School - special Educational needs http://www.planetamber.com/resources/204.html
Extractions: resource search WORKING AND LEARNING - EDUCATION RESOURCES ACE Centre - Aids to Communication in Education - UK - good Advisory Centre for Education - UK - good AHEAD - Association on Higher Education and Disablilty - USA - good American Association on Mental Retardation - USA - good American Council on Education - USA - good Ari's Special Education Link Site good Ari's Special Education Site - USA - good Association on Higher Education and Disability - USA - good Atlantic Centre of Research Access and Support for Disabled Students - CANADA - good Barrier Free Education - Disability Resources - USA - good Beverley Resource Centre - Toronto - Ontario - CANADA - uncertain Canada Independent Schools - CANADA - good Canada Schools Listing - CANADA - good Centre for Studies on Inclusive Education - UK - good Child Welfare League of America - USA - good Children of High Intelligence - UK - good Council for Exceptional Children - Virginia - USA - good Disabilities Studies and Services Center - USA - good Disability Education Advocacy Australia - AUSTRALIA - good Disability Information for Students - CANADA - good Dr K Smith - Special Educator's Web Pages - USA - good Edlaw Inc - Center for legal issues in special education - USA - good Education Access - AUSTRALIA - good Education course advice worldwide - UK - good Education links - About.com
Special Many learningdisabled students have difficulty focusing on tasks Here are some specialactivities that can be was developed by the connecticut Association for http://www.acu.edu/~armstrongl/geography/spec.htm
Non-Profit Career Network: Volunteer Section where special Olympics athletes and nondisabled; in a variety of sports; Adopt specialOlympics Sports to raise monies for connecticut special Olympics teams http://www.nonprofitcareer.com/volunteer/page2.htm
Extractions: INTERNS and OFFICE VOLUNTEERS The office of Connecticut Special Olympics is seeking interested persons to volunteer in its state office for the rest of the summer and the fall. Volunteers are needed during the day and early evening hours for a variety of duties and projects. Persons with data entry, computer, and typing skills are especially needed, as well as administrative and organizational skills. Time commitments for these volunteer posts are flexible. In addition, internships for college and high school students age 17 and older are available for those interested in working in a non-profit, professional setting. These internships are strictly volunteer and can be tailored to individuals needs, interests and skills, and could include internships for the sports program, general administration, special events, and public relations.
Extractions: More Resources . . . Yellow Pages for Kids Disability Groups State Dept. Ed. Parent Training International Assessment Terms Free Publications Free Newsletters Special Ed Advocate The Beacon Best School Websites Success Stories ** FETA ** Getting Started Advocacy 101 Parent as Expert Special Ed. Law Home Getting Started Advocacy 101 Parent As Expert ... About the Authors Subscribe Your Email: From Emotions to Advocacy Search wrightslaw.com l fetaweb.com l harborhouselaw.com Select a State . . . State flyers Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Virgin Islands Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Northern Mariana Islands List of All States Connecticut Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities
Westport SEPTA with learning disabilities or special needs from the to families with severely disabledchildren, such Eligibility Services for the connecticut Department of http://www.myschoolonline.com/ct/westport_septa
Extractions: Welcome to the webpage of Westport's newest PTA, the Wesport SEPTA or Special Education Parent Teacher Association . This PTA was formed by a group of parents and community activists in recognition of the fact that parents of children with special needs have special needs themselves. Please answer our survey and let us know how we can meet your needs during the coming year. Click here Last updated on March 24, 2003. April 8: Noon - Free Kick-off luncheon for "Walk FAR for NAAR" at the Arrowwood Conference Center in Rye Brook, NY to learn about efforts to advance medical research on Autism and how you can participate in or help the Second Annual Fairfield/Westchester walk on Sunday,June 8th at Manhattanville College, Purchase, New York. For a luncheon reservation and directions, contact Arnold Kragen 203-552-8980 or westfair@naar.org For more information on the walk, click here
Extractions: Over 10 percent of Home School Legal Defense Association member families are teaching a child with special learning needs, and the number continues to grow. What does a parent do when his child needs extra help, a different approach, or special equipment to be able to learn? What if these services are not accessible through the private sector, and then denied by the public school? In order to clarify the law for our families throughout the country who need these services, but have been denied, Home School Legal Defense Association filed suit on behalf of several families. We filed in Connecticut when 9-year-old Kaitlyn Gallagher was denied $10,000 of specialized equipment for the blind, in New Jersey when 6-year-old Gregory Forstrom was denied speech therapy, and in Nevada when 9-year-old Christopher Hooks was denied speech therapy.
