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Notice of Procedural Safeguards
This document is distributed at all annual case conferences, and outlines the rights of parents regarding their children's services, and the protocol for handling disputes, should they arise.
INSource is a local parent advocacy group that serves parents during the case conference process. They offer services free of charge to support parents at their child's case conferences.
Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services
BDDS administers programs that support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best life through community supports and residential options. Services are delivered using an individualized, person-centered approach where all people have equal access and opportunity to realize their good life.
Taking the Next Step Transition Manual
This manual is a compilation of community resources for individuals with disabilities in all areas of living: education and day services, housing, employment, leisure activities and support services. It is given to families during the case conference process after the student reaches the age of 14.
The Department of Vocational Rehabilitation offers vocational rehabilitation services designed to help the student prepare for, get, keep, or advance in a job. The services each student receives are based on their individual needs and unique circumstances.
Special Edition
Published from 2006 through 2019
Newsletter for the South Bend School Special Education Services
Marilyn Cahalan, Heather Hetler, Tom Spencer, and Marilou VanderGriend, Editors
Printed by the SBCSC Print Shop
Life Skills High School Swim Program a Success!
A Place to Be Me
News and Updates
Studebaker INTERN Plants a Garden
Autism Corner: Strategies for a Successful Summer Break
Program Spotlight: SNAP
Support Language Development at Home
News and Updates
Sensory Supports for Students with ASD
Special Education Alternative Assessment Guidelines
Autism Corner: Teach Indpendence -Start Young
Navarre Students Connect via the Unique Learning System
Holy Cross College Embraces Special Ed Interns
INTERN Program Celebrates 20th Anniversary
News and Updates
Autism Corner: How to tell your child about their diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
IUSB Dental Hygiene Students Visit Adams Careers Class
News Updates and Information
Summer Suggestions for Parents and Teachers
Four Special Education Teachers Honored
Autism Corner: Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Did you know...?
Math Challenge at Warren a Success!
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Task Force
News, Information and Updates!
Read "The Special Edition" in Ten Languages
Technology Update: Digital Citizenship
March Madness at Edison
2018 Summer Camps and Programs
Innovative Technology Programs Enhance Student Learning
Changes in Graduation Requirements Impact Special Education
More than Words
SNAP Initiates a New Curriculum
Autism Corner: Holiday Presents
DTSB and INTERN Program Forge Perfect Partnership
SBCSC Special Education Track Team Competes in First Meet
Speech-Language Corner
Visual Spacial Math
Back To School University 2017
Autism Corner: Summer Break
Welcome Dr. Spells!
New Supervisors Bring a Wealth of Experience
Check out the Special Education Home Page
Lilly Fellowship Winner Models Creativity in the Classroom
Get Ready for Summer Vacation with Podcasts!
Autism Corner: 5 Simple Yet Effective Strategies to Support Students with ASD
Clay Intermediate Class "Caps Off" a Special Project
issues Impacting Special Education in 2017
Who's Who Around Special Education
ReWordify.com
Program News and Updates
Speech/Language Hearing Association's National Convention
Autism Corner: I Hate to Write!
Determined Students
Indiana Legislative Session Update
Who's Who Around Special Ed?
A Special Lunch Count Buddy
Summer Learning Can Be Fun!
Autism Corner: Behavior Communicates
December, 2015
Welcome to SBCSC Special Education, Matthew Johns!
New Around the Nation and Corporation
The Special Edition Wants You!
New Faces Around the Corporation
Transition Resources
Autism Corner: Tis the Season
Retiring Director Leaves Behind a Strong Legacy
Parent Learning Part of Back To School University
News Around the Corporation
Green Bridge Growers Promotes Community Values
Summer on the "Net"
Autism Corner: "Summer Break"
Augmentative Assistive Communication Ever Evolving
Disability Awareness Month
Using Our Different Voices
Project SEARCH Open House
Lives in the Balance
Autism Corner: "Fade to Black" Classroom Transition Strategy
New Alternative Assessment for Spring 2015, by Tonya Fletcher, SBCSC Special Education Coordinator
NCSC Information and Links, by Marilou Vander Griend, Editor
News- Local, State, Nation, by Tom Spencer, Editor
American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Convention, by Heather Hetler, Editor
Autism Corner, by Chris Currey and Brenda Hinkle, SBCSC Autism Consultants
Tsumani of Young Adults with Autism Face an Unemployment Crisis
Summer Learning on the iPad
News Around the Corporation/Nation
"Goodwill" Graduate of the Year
Summer Reading for Kids
Autism Corner: Inflexible Thinking
Blind or Low Vision Program Provides Support, by Tim Clark, BLV teacher
IUSB Special Education Opportunities, by Terry Sheppherd, Professional Services, IUSB
Crisis Looming in Special Education?, by Tom Spencer, Editor
Remembering Brian Kinzie, by Scott Sill, Special Education Department Head, Adams HS
Show What You Know, by Marilou Vander Griend, Editor
Autism Corner: Visual Timer, by Cyndi Smith, Editor
ASHA Convention-Hybrid Classroom-based Therapy
What's New in the Field of Speech-Language Pathology?
All About Apps
St. Joseph County Special Olympics
Education Foundation Grant Provides Community Opportunities
PATINS (Promoting Achievement Through Technology and INstruction for All Students)
AUTISM CORNER: Prepare in Advance for the Holidays
Exciting Improvement to High School Career Classes
McKinley Camp-In Brings Inclusive Friends Together
News Around the Corporation
News Around the State and Nation
Summer Information and Opportunities
AUTISM CORNER: Problem-Solving Strategy
Funding, Common Core Standards, School Reform Highlight National Concerns
Sensory Interventions for Students
CAT Team Attends PATINS State Conference
SBCSC Grant Funds MeMoves Program
News Around the Corporation
AUTISM CORNER: The Size of the Problem
Chuck Moore: Reflections on 48 years
Summer Tech
Gaining Joy, Calm and Focus Through Music
Breakfast is Charming at Warren Primary Center
National and Local News and Updates
Autism Corner: Students Can Learn to Inhibit Unexpected Behaviors
Project Search
Common Core Standards and Special Education
ReadOutLoud Offers Reading Assistance
Riley TLL Club Helps Break Down Barriers
News Around the Nation
Autism Corner: Default Emotions
Wilson Reading System Helps Children with Special Needs
INTERN Program Encourages Parent Visits
Technology Update: iPads
News Around the Nation
"Around the Corp" Information and Updates
Autism Corner: Circles I: Social Distance and Relationships
Special Edition Update and the Year Ahead by Donna Krol
Medicaid Waiver Wait Lists
Special Education Faces Challenging Future
New Indiana IEP
Special Education-A Ugandan Perspective
Autism Corner: Social Behavior Mapping
Looking Back—John Brademas and P.L.94-142
Bio-Eyes at Nuner
The Learning Connection
SNAP Students Participate in IUSB Project
Autism Corner: Recreation and Leisure Opportunities
Teaching Like a Detective by Cindy Baumgartner
Autism Training Modules Aid Teachers/License Renewals
National News and Updates
What's Happening Around the Corporation?
Autism Corner: Priming
IMAST now complete
News-2-You
National News and Updates
Adams Fundraisers a Success
Riley Students Help Out and Earn Money
Autism Corner: Dealing With Perfectionism
APPROVE Offers Second Chance
National News and Updates
Resource and Transition Fair
Corporation and Community Updates
Autism Corner: Vocational Considerations by Cyndi Smith
A Parent's Perspective by Wilner Cusic
National News and Updates
Blogging for Beginners by Marilou Vander Griend
News from Around the Corporation by Tom Spencer
Autism Corner: Being Part of the Group by Cyndi Smith
British and American Approaches to Autism: A Comparative Look by Kathleen Pettijean
Bendix Teacher Remembered by Carol Dennis
eSources by Marilou Vander Griend
Dickinson Life Skills Students on Stage by Tom Siwik
Kennedy Students Celebrate Disability Awareness Month by Letitia Harman
Autism Corner: Vacationing with Autism, Six Tips by Cyndi Smith