Family Support Center E-Newsletter
Prince George's County Public Schools
Welcome to The Family Support Center's newsletter, "Collaborations". Collaborations is an online site for parents of children with disabilities. The Family Support Center will publish a quarterly e-newsletter to keep parents informed of events and information that are relevant to the lives of families of students with special needs. This newsletter will feature topics on disabilities, highlight community resources and keep you apprised of upcoming events.
Educational Support Groups
The Family Support Center continues to offer two virtual support groups:
To Register: https://tinyurl.com/FSCMWELL
To Register by phone call 301-431-5675
Supporting Behavior Change - This support group will be conducted by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) who will use principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help parents understand how to support their child with behavior reduction and new skill acquisition. There will be three course levels offered each session (beginners, intermediate, and one group will be conducted in Spanish).
To Register: https://tinyurl.com/SY23BEH
We Are Here To Help You!
For more information about the Family Support Center resources and programs, join our listserve
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Access The Parent Virtual Workshop Series
Recorded and pre-recorded webinars are posted on the Family Support Center YouTube Channel
www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8Zw1SzUQrwC4z3qnCUU9Q/
Additional, materials are posted at the following link:
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cJ3VBnxefPO15N-TY1Z_bKeJzmuArFKT?usp=sharing
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Join SECAC today!
Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee- Prince George’s County
The Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (SECAC) was created by the State Legislature to provide support and advice to the Executive Director of Special Education. The SECAC provides support and guidance to parents and the community on issues related to students with disabilities and their families
Membership Benefits:
- Access to SECAC-PG sponsored - workshops and seminars - Network with other parents - Learn about state and county resources - Interact directly with Department of Special Education senior personnel - Be part of the SECAC-PG listserv
Next SECAC Meeting!
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October 25th, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
November 29th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Maryland Transition Resource Guide A resource for families and youth with disabilities transitioning to adulthood: GET TO WHERE You Want to Go.
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The Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) Resilience in School Environments (RISE) committee developed the Calm Space Guidelines. A calm space is a small, designated area in the classroom or at home for students to use. It is not consequence-based. Instead, it is an area where students go to relax, refocus and recenter.
Resource Guide SLW Update FSC 12-13-21.pdfThe Family Support Center has a Community Resource Guide available. If you would like an electronic copy, please email us at: jhflc.familysupport@pgcps.org
The Family Support Center Is Here to Help You!
John Carroll Elementary School
1400 Nalley Terrace
Landover, MD 20785
Phone: (301) 431-5675
Beth Diaite 202.540.0794
Marsie Torchon 443.892.1076
Cohinta Velarde 240.839.1458
Yvette Young 240.389.3558
Email Address: jhflc.familysupport@pgcps.org
The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
This site contains very dynamic short films featuring individuals with differing abilities. You will find them both heartwarming and enlightening.
Join Our Parent Listserv. Share Your Information By Using the link below
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vL2v_DxjMSJbAujKiKuA3LdEJli8DTndwMLEh_VFYyU/edit
The Family Support Center
1400 Nalley Terrace
Landover, Maryland 20785
Phone: 301-431-5675
Staff
Karen Andrews, Coordinating Supervisor
Beth Diaite, Instructional Specialist
Email: beth.diaite@pgcps.org
Marsie Torchon, ESY and Family Engagement Program Coordinator
Email: Martha.Torchon@pgcps.org
Cohinta Velarde, Program Liaison/Support
Email: Coh.velardehernandez@pgpcs.org
Yvette Young, Social Worker
Email: Yvette.Young@pgcps.org
Indoor Activities During Winter Months
Set up a schedule of activities
American Visionary Arts Museum in Baltimore - DIY Projects
American Dairy Association - Virtual Farm Tours - https://www.americandairy.com/dairy-in-schools/virtual-farm-tour.stml
B&O Railroad Museum - B&O TV Network - http://www.borail.org/BO-TV-Network.aspx
Dance Class With Annapolis Children's Theater
DJ Joe's Virtual Dance Party on Facebook
Visit the National Aquarium Online - https://aqua.org/explore/livestream
Maryland National Capital Parks and Planning - http://www.pgparks.com/4841/Online-Resource-Center
Maryland Science Center - DIY Activities
Maryland State Art Council - Each county posts a gallery of artwork and videos
Musical Instruments
Memory Games
National Zoo DC Panda Cam - https://nationalzoo.si.edu/webcams/panda-cam
Philadelphia Zoo is hosting a daily video series featuring a new animal each day - https://philadelphiazoo.org/science-at-home/
Programs at the Public Library - https://www.pgcmls.info/
Puzzles and Games/Board Games (puzzles with Large Pieces)
Sandy Spring Museum - Virtual Visits - www.sandyspringmuseum.org
Wizarding World - Harry Potter Website - fun online games, activities, and quizzes - https://www.wizardingworld.com/
Additional Resources
Resources and Supports to Families
Distance Learning Parent Guide: This Parent Distance Learning Guide includes information and resources for parents and caregivers. The guide also includes general information, technology support, food and nutrition, curriculum and instruction, interpreting and translation, student services support and sections on English Learners, and special education.
http://marylandlearninglinks.org
The Difference Between Diagnosis and Disability: A great resource that helps parents better advocate for their children by understanding the difference between a medical diagnosis and educational determination of eligibility to receive the provisions of special education services.
http://www.parentcompanion.org/article/the-difference-between-diagnosis-and-disability
Building Parent- Teacher Relationships: This article provides great practices to increase parent-teacher communications, collaborations, and positive rapports.
http://www.readingrockets.org/article/building-parent-teacher-relationships
The Difference Between IEPs and 504 Plans: This website provides in depth descriptions of IEPs and 504 Plans as well as how they differ from each other.
Cognitive Development: This article provides a clear understanding of cognitive development within children, and the different stages.
http://www.healthofchildren.com/C/Cognitive-Development.html
Impact ADHD: This website provides parents with coaching skills to assist their children with ADHD.
https://pathfindersforautism.org/
