Happy 2023-2024 School Year!! This is our Special Education Family Center newsletter. Here you will find what is happening within our school district and community news.

Our goal is to provide parents of students with special needs a forum for communication and collaboration. Throughout the school year families are provided with training and resources to foster their children’s development and success in education and the home.

Be sure to join us for virtual monthly meetings. To sign up for meetings, please complete form below or email bharrell@psusd.us for more information.

Email: bharrell@psusd.us
Website: psusd.us
Location: 150 District Center Drive, Palm Springs, CA, USA
Phone: 760-428-8605

Join us for an amazing day of community as we raise funds to improve the lives of children & adults with Autism.

Lots of fun activities, prizes, Coachella Valley's LARGEST Autism resource fair, and MORE!!!

For more information follow the link: https://ow.ly/UURI50PEATk

** Please note that this event is hosted by a third party. We suggest reaching out to the Autism Society -Inland Empire with any questions**

Fun for all ages! Autism Society Monthly jump night in Palm Desert! This is a special price for Autism Society Inland Empire families: 2 hours $14 per child (including siblings). CASH ONLY Jumpers must wear grip socks, available for purchase there $4, or you can bring yours. Parents/caretakers jump for free. Toddlers under age 3 require an adult to supervise. Complete the online waiver to save time at registration. You will pay at the door.

All jumpers must be supervised by a parent or caregiver. Join in for a night of jumping fun in a safe, inclusive environment.

Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families of children with autism and other special need. Through their Sensory Sensitive Sundays program, participating locations open two hours early on the first Sunday of the month. They offer a quieter environment, dimmed lighting, and a trained and caring staff to ensure each guest has a safe, fun-filled visit.

Click the link below to go to DRD site. You will find plenty of activities that is meant for everyBODY! Some activities are free or low cost.

FIND Food Bank mobile pantries have several locations throughout the desert valley. Families seeking extra support can attend and receive extra support. Please call (760) 775-FOOD (3663) for more information.

> If you receive unemployment, you may still qualify for CalFresh!

> You & your children don't have to repay any CalFresh you're eligible for

> Apply now: getcalfresh.org

If you would like to schedule a one-on-one appointment for assistance with applying for Cal Fresh benefits, please call the PSUSD Family Center for more information. 760-416-1374 (hablamos español)

The UCPIE Skill Builder’s after-school and summer programs help participants develop and improve in five vital skill areas:

• Socialization
• Independence
• Communication
• Safety
• Health

Program goals are accomplished through small student to teacher ratio groups with a structured curriculum of community integration outings, educational activities, technology, arts & crafts, and UCPIE’s Be Fit program.

The Be Fit program provides instruction on healthy choices, healthy snacks, and includes 30 minutes of adaptive physical play each program day.

The Skill Builder’s program provides care for many children with special needs in the Coachella Valley. Programs operate twice a week during after-school and summer hours for children age 7 to 22.

For more information about the UCPIE After School programs, contact:

Jannett Reyes
Skill Builders Program Manager
760-321-8184

The EPIC VIP Program provides a quality soccer experience for children and adults whose physical or mental disabilities make it difficult to successfully participate on mainstream teams. VIP teams may include:

• Blind or visually impaired
• Amputees or with conditions that impair mobility
• Mentally or emotionally challenged
• Autistic
• Down Syndrome
• Cerebral Palsy

The cost is only $20 which covers the AYSO national fee and the player’s socks, shorts & jersey. For more information, please contact Coach Frankie-760-409-8220 or Coach Paul fijipaul@gmail.com or 760-904-9463.

All U.S. 4th graders can ask a teacher, parent or grandparent to visit: www.EVERYKIDOUTDOORS.gov

1. Go to “Get Your Pass”

2. Complete a quick, fun, online game then download and print your free paper pass voucher.

3. Next, go to https://everykidoutdoors.gov/planyour-trip/pass-exchange/ for a list of all nearby and far away places where you can use your pass. Exchange your paper voucher for an awesome pass.

For more information, please visit-https://everykidoutdoors.gov/how.htm

Have you heard about our upcoming training series? IRC training series is open to the public and focuses on providing the tools that Clients, parents and family members, caregivers, and organizations can use to advocate for their loved ones. You are invited to attend all training opportunities—no need to register. If you have questions or require accommodations, don't hesitate to contact community@inladnrc.org. Check out the flyer below to learn more.

The Family Center is taking names for those interested in English as a Second Language courses next school year (2023/2024). Please click the link to register your name to the waitlist. https://bit.ly/phmsesl23-24

The PSUSD Family Center and Coachella Valley Adult School is starting a list of interest for citizenship preparation classes. If you or someone you know is interested, please fill out the online interest form:

bit.ly/psusdcitizenship

Sign-up for your ParentVUE account now! ParentVUE accounts will be needed for the upcoming school year. Please call the Family Center-760-416-1374- for your activation key.

Click on the flyers below for more information

Many local services offered through Angel View for families and students with disabilities! View the flyer below for more information.