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Partners for Success Monthly Update

March 2022

Partners for SuccessMonthly UpdateMarch 2022
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Happy Spring!

The birds are singing, the bulbs are sprouting, and the sun is shining longer! We hope your family is excited for warmer days ahead! This month, we celebrate SPRING and Women's History. An unknown author wrote, "Here's to strong women - may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them." We know it takes strength to reach out when you need help. Please remember - we are always here to address any needs you may have regarding the special education process and community resources.


What is “Partners for Success”?


Partners for Success is a part of MSDE Family Support Services. We provide information about community services, assist families in resolving concerns, and increase parental involvement in the special education decision making process.

Our team includes Rachel Trovato, Parent Coordinator serving families with students 5 to 21 and Carie Sadowski, Parent Coordinator serving families with children ages birth to 5.


Where is Partners for Success Located?


Roye-Williams Elementary School, 201 Oakington Road, Havre De Grace, MD 21078.

Phone 410-279-5579

E-mail at partners.success@hcps.org.

Office hours are usually Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:00-2:30, by appointment.


Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have - we are here to help!

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND SUPPORT GROUPS UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND SUPPORT GROUPS

Click here to Register for the March SECAC meeting! Click here to Register for the March SECAC meeting!

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Partners for Success Parent Workshop: Financial Planning with MD Able!

Partners for Success is proud to host Kelly Nelson from MD Able accounts! This free workshop will explore the benefits of an able account and other financial planning tools for students with disabilities. Q & A session will follow the presentation to help your family get started!

When?

Tuesday, Mar 15, 2022, 06:30 PM

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IEP FREE Materials Pick Up

Did you miss our IEP Parent Workshop but are still interested in FREE supplies and resources? Please email Rachel Trovato at rachel.trovato@hcps.org to coordinate a pickup date and time! We still have IEP Resource bags available which include your own IEP Data binder stuffed with resources, sticky notepads, USB flash drives, and a fidget spinner for the kiddos!

You're Invited!

In partnership with Cecil County's Parent Resource Center, I am pleased to share the following FREE virtual workshops which are open to Harford County families:


“Autism: Where Do I Begin?” Monday, April 11, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Presented by Neal Lichter, Pathfinders for Autism


See below for the registration link to this free virtual workshop!

Register for Autism: Where Do I Begin? here! Register for Autism: Where Do I Begin? here!

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Click the picture below to access the application for the MD YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM!

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Traffic Stop Practice Sessions from Pathfinders for Autism


"EVERYONE feels anxiety when they see that police car light up behind them. You begin to wonder, “Am I in trouble?” “What did I do wrong?” In that moment, slowing down your brain and thinking about what you need to do can be difficult. So it’s time to start thinking about what you should do BEFORE you get pulled over. The goal is to have a safe interaction during a traffic stop."



Sign up now for Traffic Stop Practice Sessions in Harford County (3/30) by clicking the picture below.

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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY

Looking for Summer Camps? Click here!! Looking for Summer Camps? Click here!!

Sensory Dance Class At Rage Box Dance Center

Sensory Dance Works🌟✨

Dance School

A dance program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore movement in a safe, structured environment

www.rageboxdancecenter.com/registration

Registration - The Rage Box Dance Center

Registration - The Rage Box Dance Center

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Pathfinders for Autism Swim Party

ALL SKILL LEVELS AND AGES ARE WELCOME!

Whether your loved one swims like a fish or has never stepped foot in the pool, this event offers something for
everyone in the family.

Pathfinders for Autism will have safety resources available.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Limit (6) passes per family. FREE to attend, however, you MUST register. All registrations will be placed in a lottery. You will be notified by email if your family has been awarded passes. Limit (6) passes per family.

Our registration process is as follows:

  1. Register online at www.pathfindersforautism.org to be entered in the lottery for a chance to win passes.
  2. If selected, please RSVP! Confirm your attendance or release your passes to a family on the wait list.

When?

Saturday, Apr 2, 2022, 04:30 PM

Where?

The Arena Club, Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, USA

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PFA's Swim Party - The Arena Club - Pathfinders for Autism

Whether your loved one swims like a fish or has never stepped foot in the pool, this event offers something for everyone in the family. Pathfinders for Autism will have safety resources available. Light refreshments will be provided. Limit (6) passes per family.

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T.G.I.F. Yoga Series

T.G.I.F. Yoga Series

Pathfinders for Autism and Child's Heart Yoga are teaming up for a series of FREE yoga classes to provide a much needed mental health break for everyone. Join us for a free, virtual, all ages, family friendly yoga class taught by Bridget Strama of Child's Heart Yoga.

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Check out Harford County Therapeutic Recreation website for some exciting events for people with differing abilities. There is Open Gym, social dances, Karaoke, BINGO, and more! Check out Harford County Therapeutic Recreation website for some exciting events for people with differing abilities. There is Open Gym, social dances, Karaoke, BINGO, and more!

Have you visited Abingdon Library's FREE Sensory Room yet?! Click below for more info!

Harford County Public Library (hcplonline.org)

Did you know Chuck E Cheese offers Sensory Sundays? Click here for more information! Did you know Chuck E Cheese offers Sensory Sundays? Click here for more information!

Looking for OUTDOOR/nature activities this Spring? Check out Eden Mill Nature Center! Looking for OUTDOOR/nature activities this Spring? Check out Eden Mill Nature Center!

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Time to Unplug and Connect with Nature!

Click below for upcoming family events at Anita C. Leight Estuary Center in Abingdon including family hikes and campfires!
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Catalog - Harford County, MD

Catalog - Harford County, MD

The Harford County Parks and Recreation Department is divided into 4 primary areas of responsibility: Administration, Recreation Services, Capital Planning and Development, and Facilities and Operations.

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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

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Harford County Mental Health Resources

https://harfordmentalhealth.org/


This resource provides information regarding counseling and treatment for mental health and addiction. They also have a resource for youth and families.

Concerned about your child’s mental wellness? Harford County Govt. has resources to start the conversation! Click here Concerned about your child’s mental wellness? Harford County Govt. has resources to start the conversation! Click here

If you or someone you know is in crisis, remember you are not alone and help is available. Click here for direct access to Harford Crisis Center If you or someone you know is in crisis, remember you are not alone and help is available. Click here for direct access to Harford Crisis Center

LOCAL RESOURCES LOCAL RESOURCES

A Community Resource Guide

A Community Resource Guide

A Community Resource Guide - Courtesy of Title 1, Judy Center, and Community Schools by Kristine Stahm | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, nonprofits, businesses and more

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Searching for FREE Tutors?

Click below for information on Towson University College of Education's FREE online tutoring program for K-12 students in MD.
COE TUtors

COE TUtors

Traducir esta página al español COE TUtors is a free online tutoring program for K-12 students in Maryland. The tutors are teacher candidates at Towson University. With support and guidance from faculty members, they will design lessons for each tutoring session based on students' needs and individualized education plans when applicable.

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Do you need help preparing for your child's virtual IEP meeting? CLICK HERE! Do you need help preparing for your child's virtual IEP meeting? CLICK HERE!

5 Tips to Be the Best Advocate for Your Child and Their Disability

5 Tips to Be the Best Advocate for Your Child and Their Disability

2. Change Your Language, Change Your Way of Thinking The language used by society, health professionals, and others when dealing with disability most focuses on what your child cannot do. "While that may be the language currently used, it doesn't have to be the way we feel about our children, how we express things related to our child's disability," said Kristen Paul, PPMD's Early Childhood Specialist.

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Do you know someone in need of Food? Click here for all Food Pantry locations in Harford County! Do you know someone in need of Food? Click here for all Food Pantry locations in Harford County!

Food Pantry

Food Pantry

You can also find food pantries throughout the county with the following organizations: Shoprite Grant Partners: Grove Presbyterian Deacon's Cupboard Mason Dixon Community Services St. Joan of Arc St. John's Episcopal Church St. Matthew Lutheran Church The Kitchen Door, c/o Church of St.

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The Sharing Table Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/The-Sharing-Table-497601243752813/

Looking for a nonjudgmental Moms Support Group? Click here! Looking for a nonjudgmental Moms Support Group? Click here!

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Check out some of these incredible resources from Parents' Place of MD! Check out some of these incredible resources from Parents' Place of MD!

HCPS Parent Resources HCPS Parent Resources

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HCPS Special Education Contacts and Resources HCPS Special Education Contacts and Resources

MSDE Technical Assistance Bulletins MSDE Technical Assistance Bulletins

Harford County Infants and Toddlers Harford County Infants and Toddlers

Harford County Office of Disability Services Harford County Office of Disability Services

HEALTH RESOURCES HEALTH RESOURCES

Need Health Insurance? Need Health Insurance?

Need Health Insurance?
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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

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Harford County Health Department

https://harfordcountyhealth.com/
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Healthy Harford

https://www.healthyharford.org/
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Harford Community Action Agency

https://harfordcaa.org/
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The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region

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Maryland Coalition of Families

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Parents Place of Maryland

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