weConnect- May 9, 2022

SIOUX FALLS - THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

JUNE 9TH AND 10TH

The 14th Annual Lighting The Way Autism Conference will be held at Memorial Middle School. Keynote speakers and breakout sessions address supporting families, best practices in education, health and wellness, and transitions across the lifespan.

Registration deadline June 1.

Families with a member with Autism Spectrum Disorder can apply for financial assistance to attend the conference from the SD Council on Developmental Disabilities.

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AVOID THE SUMMER SLIDE - LUNCH AND LEARN TUESDAY, MAY 10TH

12pm Central / 11am Mountain

Oceans of Possibilities...for Summer Learning

Join our discussion with librarians from across the state to learn about programs to keep children and youth learning when school is not in session. Guest presenters will include local librarians Sarah Overvaag, Watertown and Shayna Monnens, Spearfish; and Laura Kelly, Children and Youth Services Coordinator with the South Dakota State Library in Pierre.

CSLP PSA 2022 Oceans of Possibilities - English

WAYS TO JOIN

LIVE ONLINE

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to join live online via computer or cell phone, with the capability to chat in your questions and comments. You can always find the link at sdparent.org

PHONE

1-312-626-6799

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Meeting ID:

843-2345-5121

RECORDED ONLINE

View current and past recorded Lunch and Learn Education Sessions

online anytime by visiting sdparent.org

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MORE RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES

The Sesame Street Healthy Habits for Life Child Care Resource Kit gives parents, teachers, and child care providers the tools they need to teach early learners about eating right and being physically active so that they can establish healthy habits for life.

Reading Bridge Summer Tutoring - K-5th Grade Students - July 11 to August 4 - Free

Offered at several different library locations around Sioux Falls and the neighboring areas. Students commit to attending eight (8), 1-hour sessions in a 4-week period with a qualified, trained tutor. It is a great opportunity to give your student extra support and motivation during the long summer months!

Survey (English & Spanish): Families of students K-12 with an IEP or 504 Plan invited to participate in this survey about their involvement by schools in planning, implementing, and using technology. Survey participants may enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card and volunteer to participate in a Focus Group to provide more detailed feedback. Questions? Contact Angel Morgan, email: amorgan@cast.org

Scholarships for youth ages 10-21 who are deaf or hard of hearing to attend camps, work-shops, educational or other events. Scholarship Program Guidelines, Scholarship Application. Offered by SD Association of the Deaf.

FREE ON-DEMAND E-LEARNING CAREGIVER TRAINING FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH DELAYS OR DISABILITIES

These free, easy to use modules will teach different strategies to use at home with your child. This course is for caregivers of children ages 2 to 9 years with developmental delays or disabilities, especially in the domains of communication and social interaction. The course aims to enhance caregivers’ capacity to use everyday play and home routines as opportunities to build their children’s communication, engagement in activities, positive behavior and daily living skills, while improving caregivers’ overall wellbeing. Developed by the World Health Organization. Certificates of completion are available. Learn more...

Autism Speaks, using the WHO caregiver training, created an abbreviated Caregiver Quick Tips video series that teaches caregivers how to use play and everyday routines to help their child share activities, expand their communication, learn new skills and more. Each video is a few minutes in length.

Caregiver Skills Training: Using Play to Promote Engagement

FREE PARENT WEBINARS FROM VIRGINIA PARENT CENTER

SEXUAL HEALTH & WELLNESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH I/DD

May 16 from 6 to 7:30 pm Central - Moving from Friend to Partner in the Age of Technology

People with developmental disabilities want to form positive, healthy relationships, but may not know how to meet others and develop these relationships. When we add the latest technology and social media, we may feel nervous or unsure about how to stay safe ourselves and how to support people with disabilities. This workshop will explore how to navigate the internet and social media in a helpful, safe, and positive way. Register

June 9 from 6 to 7:30 pm Central - Tinder, Grindr and More

Individuals with disabilities want to be in relationships, but often struggle with just how to meet people. One of the ways they can meet people is through dating apps. This webinar will share information that parents need to know about dating apps, including a demo of an actual dating app. We will talk about skills that are needed to navigate these apps safely and how to avoid scams as well. Register

June 13 from 5 to 6:30 pm Central - Teaching Consent

The rates of sexual abuse among people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are staggering. During this webinar we will look at reasons why people with IDD are at risk for sexual violence and share tips and strategies for teaching giving and getting consent. Register

This e-publication was developed under grants from the U.S. Department of Education Project Grant H328M2000666 and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Grant H328M140021, Family to Family Health Information Center, $96,750; and approximately 5% financed with non-governmental resources. The contents should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by US Department of Education, HRSA, HHS or the Federal Government.