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OCALI
Supporting Academic Achievement
Explore the following resources, including content-specific ideas for art/music, general academics, and activities for those with complex needs. Activities can be implemented at home and many without technology.
Supports for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities
This resource is designed to support teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities. The lesson ideas are divided by grade-band from kindergarten through high school and are divided into functional activities associated with time of day.
Accessibyte - All Apps are Free
Accessibyte is offering their fun, funky, and fully accessible apps for free to users who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, dyslexic, or have other reading difficulties.
Learning Ally
Learning Ally provides human-read audio books for students who struggle to read, including curriculum-aligned text books, popular fiction, and more. Subscription is required.
Bookshare Parent Resources During School Closures
Bookshare is FREE for U.S. students with qualifying reading barriers. For students under 18 years of age, parents can sign up easily online. Students 18 years and over can sign up on their own.
OverDrive
Enjoy ebooks and audio books for free from your local library or school.
Chrome Music Lab
Chrome Music Lab offers accessible, fun, online music experiments and activities.
Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP)
The Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP) is offering families and educators who have at least one student with a disability to register for free membership and access to more than 8,000 captioned and described educational videos.
Clips App
Clips is a free app for making fun videos to share with friends and family.
MathMod
ModMath is offering two free apps to solve math problems using a touchscreen device and grids to place numbers.
Audible - Free Audiobooks
Audible is offering their digital books for free during the length of the pandemic. Books are available across most devices.
HelpKidzLearn
Check out free apps for accessible resources like ChooseIt Maker 3 and ChooseIt Activities, which offer literacy activities and and more!
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What is a Parent Mentor?
- Confidential Help Available for help with: IEP/ETR Meetings
- 504 Plans Meetings
- Community Resources
- Support and more
- Services provided FREE of charge by the District.
- Call Eileen Hawkins 216-524-0424
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Independence Local Schools’ behavior team eases remote learning transition
Posted May 14, 2020
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio --
Like schools throughout the state, the Independence Local School District was forced to adapt when Gov. Mike DeWine announced the closure of buildings for the remainder of the school year to stem the spread of coronavirus.
Independence’s established behavior team has helped make the transition to a remote setting less painful for students of all ages.
The team features professionals who are trained to assess student needs, shape behaviors, offer emotional support in difficult times, provide the tools necessary to overcome challenges and generally help students move forward in positive ways.
“It’s one of the most successful things I’ve ever had the pleasure of being involved with in my career,” says Sandy McCullough, Director of Pupil Services.
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Planting the Seeds of Knowledge from DODD
All forums take place from 6:30 - 8:30pm at the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH 44131 No cost to attend. Registration is required: www.CuyahogaBDD.org (Planting Seeds of Knowledge) or call 216-736-2690.
CALL
First to see if the class will be virtual or in-person due to Covid19.
June 9 Guardianship
Learn about guardianship from Cuyahoga DD’s attorney. Get assistance with the application process.
July 14 Transition from Early Care to School
Become better prepared to support your child’s first school experience.
August 11 Recreation
Leisure and Camp Opportunities Hear from a panel of community partners on exciting and inclusive activities.
September 8 Your Vote Matters
Learn about your right to vote and why your vote matters.
October 13 I.T.
= Independence + Technology
Learn how technology can help you live more independently. Try the latest devices and apps.
November 10 Medicaid and Managed Care
Gain a better understanding of Medicaid and the role of Managed Care Providers.
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A resource from the Ohio Association of County Boards
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Responding to concerns that some people with developmental disabilities may have to enter a hospital/emergency room without the assistance of their direct support professional or family member due to COVID-19 protocols, OACB has created a one-page (front/back) document that can be completed by a provider, county board, or family member to share key
health
information with medical professionals.
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Milestones Autism Conference is GOING VIRTUAL!
Same great content, delivered straight to you.
In light of recent events, Milestones Autism Resources has transitioned our 18th annual conference to a fully virtual experience this year! Access the same great content, hear from world-class experts and earn professional development all from the comfort of your computer, phone or tablet.
View more than 90 sessions, two keynotes, a sponsor and exhibitor expo and networking breakouts to engage with fellow attendees and speakers.
We hope you will join us
June 11-16, 2020
for practical strategies to use at work, school, home and in your communities. #TogetherWeCan create a Milestones conference experience like never before.
See you online!
Register by May 31st for the chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!
Conference Highlights
- 90+ virtual sessions from professionals, family members and self-advocates
- 140 speakers from across the US
- 10 curated tracks, tailored to attendees’ interests and needs
- Select LIVE sessions - engage with experts in real time
- Continuing Education in 12 disciplines (applications pending)
- On-demand access to evidence-based sessions through August 31!
- Networking events to meet fellow attendees and speakers
- A virtual sponsor and exhibitor expo
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Social Security Educational Webinars for the Public
May – June 2020
Did you know that Social Security Benefits for your child disabled before age 22 may be affected by their parent (s) benefits at age 65, parent disability or death of a parent? Join the Social Security Administration for any and all of their
FREE
educational Social Security
webinars. These sessions are open to the general public, but you must register online to attend the virtual webinar session.
All webinars below are conducted by Social Security employees who have experience in all of their programs and benefits. Again, there is
no cost
to join the seminars.
To attend, click on the link next to each session below to RSVP and receive additional details.
Sign up early, they expect spots to fill quickly. Spread the word to friends and family!
Tues, May 26, 2020 3:00PM – 4:30PM
Wed, June 17, 2020 9:00AM – 10:30AM
Join Theresa Busher and Kelly Draggoo, Public Affairs Specialists for Dayton and Cincinnati, for a 90 minute webinar to discuss Social Security retirement benefit eligibility. They will cover how to get your individualized retirement estimate through the
my
Social Security account, early vs delayed benefits, work issues, spouse and surviving spouse benefits, and Medicare A/B enrollment. This webinar is open to the general public.
Thurs, May 28, 2020 9:00 AM -11:30AM
Thurs, June 18, 2020 3:00PM-4:30PM
Join Theresa Busher and Kelly Draggoo, Public Affairs Specialists for Dayton and Cincinnati, for a 90 minute webinar to discuss eligibility factors and the differences between SSDI and SSI. The session will discuss how to file for benefits, the disability determination process, appeals, and post-eligibility issues. This webinar is open to the general public.
Thurs, May 21, 2020 10:00AM – 12:00 PM
Join the local Social Security Public Affairs team as we go in-depth on Social Security Disability – including SSI and SSDI – for kids coming up on age 18. The session will discuss how and when to file for benefits for children turning 18, the review process for children who have already been on benefits and approach 18, qualifications for Disability Adult Child benefits (receiving on a parental Social Security record), post-eligibility issues such as SSI living arrangements, and more. This webinar is open to the general public, including parents, professionals and transitional-age youth specialists.
Mon, June 1, 2020 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join Theresa Busher and Kelly Draggoo, Public Affairs Specialists for Dayton and Cincinnati, for a 2 hour webinar to discuss Social Security retirement benefits and rules for those who also qualify for a public pension in Ohio (OPERS, STRS, SERS, Ohio Police Fire, the City of Cincinnati, and Highway Patrol). They will cover how to get your individualized retirement estimate through the mySocialSecurity account, early vs delayed benefits, work issues, spouse and surviving spouse benefits, and Medicare A/B enrollment…PLUS they will tie in WEP and GPO rules which affect non-FICA pension recipients. This webinar is open to the general public.
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Music Therapy Enrichment Center Inc., (MTEC)
Provides the highest quality services, making music accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
Their qualified professionals focus on building relationships with each individual and organization they serve.
MTEC…Bringing Music to Life!
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Crisis Text Line
Throughout Ohio, individuals can text the keyword “4HOPE” to 741 741 to be connected to a Crisis Counselor. Any person may need help in coping with a stressful situation. Reach out by text to communicate with someone trained to listen and respond in a method that is private, secure and confidential.
The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) has entered in to a contract with the national Crisis Text Line to provide Ohioans with a state-specific keyword to access its free, confidential service available 24/7 via text on mobile devices. This resource is intended to broaden the options available through current community crisis hotlines.
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New weblink for:
Stay-at-Home Wellness Kit for Parents
The Ohio Mental Health Network has heard everyone's requests and they quickly developed this website for easier access to the Wellness Kit for Parents.
Please feel free to post, or share this weblink as you see fit across Ohio so parents have mental health supports and resources as they teach and help their children through this crisis.
Kathleen M. Oberlin, Director
Ohio Mental Health Network for School Success
330-697-3899
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United States Department of Education Supplemental Fact Sheet Serving Children with Disabilities with COVID19
The link below addresses the Risk of COVID-19 in Preschool, Elementary and Secondary Schools While Serving Children with Disabilities:
The United States Department of Education recognizes that educational institutions are straining to address the challenges of this national emergency. They also know that educators and parents are striving to provide a sense of normality while seeking ways to ensure that all students have access to meaningful educational opportunities even under these difficult circumstances. No one wants to have learning coming to a halt across America due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and the U.S. Department of Education (Department) does not want to stand in the way of good faith efforts to educate students on-line.
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Up Side of Downs upcoming Events
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Best Buddies
The Cuyahoga DD is proud to partner with Best Buddies’ chapters in Greater Cleveland. Best Buddies is an international, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people with developmental disabilities form meaningful friendships, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.
Best Buddies envisions a world where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are so successfully integrated into schools, workplaces and communities that its current efforts and services will be unnecessary. Until that vision becomes a reality, the organization will continue to educate middle school, high school and college students, community members, corporations and employers about the emotional, functional, and natural needs and abilities of people with IDD.
There are currently two Best Buddies Chapters in Cuyahoga County:
- Baldwin Wallace University
- Cleveland State University
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Financial Resources and Discounts for Students with Disabilities
Disability discounts, tips, and information for travel, utilities, books, software, and assistive technologies are out there for disabled college students to use. This list can help in the realm of finances to cut both financial costs and the associated unnecessary stress.
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Call
216-524-0424
for more information or
eileen.hawkins@escneo.org
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This newsletter is a resource. Independence Local Schools does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services from any of the groups or companies listed.
We
urge
you to make independent judgment when selecting a professional to assist you.
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