IPUL's E-News for August 31, 2023 | |
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Coming out a day early this month!
Here are the highlights of our upcoming events and recent activity online. Not everything is included due to timeliness.
If an advertised event already took place, we've left it off.
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Aug. 2023 | Vol. 20
Youth Corner
Back to School
The school bells are about to ring again, and it's time to kick-start an amazing new school year!
Are you all set for a successful school year? Here are some tips for a successful start:
- Gather Your Supplies: Make a list of school essentials: notebooks, pens, pencils, folders, binders, and a backpack.
- Create Your Study Space: Find a quiet, well-lit space at home to study and do homework.
- Set Up a Schedule: Get back into a routine by setting a consistent sleep schedule and morning routine.
- Prep Your Mind: Review notes or textbooks from the previous year to refresh your memory.
- Organize Your Tech: Charge your devices and ensure you have the necessary apps or tools for online assignments.
- Refresh Your Goals: Set achievable academic and personal goals for the upcoming year.
- Stay Positive: Embrace the new school year with a positive attitude.
- Prep Your Bag: Pack your bag the night before with all the necessary supplies.
- Celebrate Yourself: you're embarking on a new adventure filled with opportunities.
Police Car Craft
Supplies:
- Paper Plate
- Blue Paint
- Paint Brushes
- Blue, red, skin tone, and black paper
- Markers
- School Glue
- Scissors
- Stapler
Instructions:
1. Cut your paper plate in half.
2.Paint your half blue, let it dry
3. Trace your hand on any of the cardstocks
4. Cut out circular faces and police hats for each fingertip, as well as wheels, lights etc.
https://www.gluedtomycraftsblog.com/2017/02/paper-plate-handprint-police-car-kid-craft.html
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Ago. 2023 | Vol. 20
Rincón Juvenil
Regreso a la Escuela
¡Las campanas de la escuela están a punto de sonar nuevamente y es hora de comenzar un nuevo año escolar increíble!
¿Estás listo para un año escolar exitoso? A continuación se ofrecen algunos consejos para un comienzo exitoso:
- Reúna sus útiles: haga una lista de los elementos esenciales de la escuela: cuadernos, bolígrafos, lápices, carpetas, carpetas y una mochila.
- Crea tu espacio de estudio: busca un espacio tranquilo y bien iluminado en casa para estudiar y hacer los deberes.
- Establezca un horario: vuelva a una rutina estableciendo un horario de sueño y una rutina matutina consistentes.
- Prepare su mente: revise notas o libros de texto del año anterior para refrescar su memoria.
- Organice su tecnología: cargue sus dispositivos y asegúrese de tener las aplicaciones o herramientas necesarias para las tareas en línea.
- Actualice sus metas: establezca metas académicas y personales alcanzables para el próximo año.
- Manténgase positivo: acepte el nuevo año escolar con una actitud positiva.
- Prepare su bolso: Empaque su bolso la noche anterior con todos los suministros necesarios.
- Celebrate: te estás embarcando en una nueva aventura llena de oportunidades.
Coche de policía artesanal
Suministros:
- Plato de papel
- Pintura azul
- Pinceles
- Azul, rojo, tono de piel y papel negro.
- Marcadores
- Pega de escuela
- Tijeras
- Engrapadora
Instrucciones:
1. Corta tu plato de papel por la mitad.
2. Pinta tu mitad de azul, déjala secar.
3. Traza tu mano en cualquiera de las cartulinas.
4. Recorta caras circulares y gorros de policía para cada dedo, así como ruedas, luces, etc
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https://www.gluedtomycraftsblog.com/2017/02/paper-plate-handprint-police-car-kid-craft.html
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Special Needs Fair
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Adaptive & Assistive Product Swap
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It Takes a Village in Idaho Presents: Special Needs Fair 2023
Saturday, September 9th 1-3 PM
Hosted at Connections Therapy Centers
1460 Elk Creek Dr
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Free and open to the public
- Adventure Center
- Camp Hayden
- D93 Developmental Program
- Developmental Workshop
- East Idaho Down Syndrome Connect
- Head Start & Early Head Start
- Idaho Associate for the Education of Young Children
- Idaho Parents Unlimited
- Idaho STARS Program
- Infant Toddler Program
- Journeys
- Pancheri Childcare
- Parents as Teachers
- WIC
For more information check our website:
www.ittakesavillageinid.com
@itav_in_id
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Adaptive & Assistive Product Swap
Grown out of your adaptive or assistive tools or technology? Bring them to Special Needs Fair 2023 for a swap!
This Adaptive Equipment Exchange will be taking place during the It Takes A Village Special Needs Fair.
September 9th, 2023 from 1-3pm at Connections Therapy Center in Idaho Falls.
1460 Elk Creek Dr
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
All donated products will need to be in good working condition, clean, and ready for immediate use
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Happy Anniversary Angela! | |
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Happy Anniversary, Angela!
Angela is celebrating 14 years as the Executive Director of Idaho Parents Unlimited
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Administrative Assistant I
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Full -Time Administrative Assistant
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: IPUL Office, Boise
HOURS: Full-time - 40 hours per week
PAY: $18-20.00 per hour DOE
About Us:
Idaho Parents Unlimited is a dedicated and passionate nonprofit organization committed to providing invaluable support and resources to parents of children with disabilities. Our mission is to empower these parents, enhance their knowledge, and create a supportive community where they can share experiences and learn from one another. We believe in fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and embraces the unique challenges faced by families of children with disabilities.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and organized individual to join our team and contribute to our mission of supporting parents of children with disabilities. This person will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our organization's administrative tasks and assisting with various projects that directly impact the families we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Primarily assist the Executive Director in grants management and organization
- Manage our intake line which includes: calls, emails, and other inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses
- Maintain an organized and efficient filing system for documents, resources, and records
- Assist in planning and coordinating workshops, support group meetings, and events
- Collaborate with other team members to update and manage the organization's website and social media platforms
- Assist in preparing and distributing newsletters, communications, and promotional materials
- Perform general administrative duties including data collection and entry for multiple staff
- Conduct evaluation surveys as needed
- Maintain project calendars to help coordinate work flow
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director including assisting in other special events as needed
- Accept and represent the IPUL organizational philosophy
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework is a plus
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
- Compassionate and empathetic attitude toward parents of children with disabilities
- Previous experience in office administration, customer service, or nonprofit work is preferred but not required
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Additional Information:
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Work hours are primarily in the Boise main office Monday-Friday between 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- This is an in-person position – NOT hybrid or remote
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful
Physical Demands and Workplace Environment:
- The employee occasionally lifts, pushes, and/or moves up to 50 pounds
- The noise level of the work environment is moderate to loud noise
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the lives of parents of children with disabilities, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience to jobs@ipulidaho.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
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September Monthly Workshop:
Back to School Basics: Strategies for a Successful Start to School
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Idaho Parents Unlimited
Engage + Educate + Bridge + Lead
Monthly Workshop
Champions for Change: The Power of a Personal Story
“Tell me a fact, and I’ll learn. Tell me a truth, and I’ll believe.
But tell me a story, and it will live in my heart forever.” – Indian Poverb
Tell your story and become a champion for change.
What is Systems Change?
How sharing your story can impact change.
Advocacy tips and tricks!
September 12, 2023 12:30-1:30 pm MST (11:30 am -12:30 pm PST)
via Zoom
Registration required
September Training URL: https://ipulidaho.org/event-registrations/september2023training/
All current IPUL events : https://ipulidaho.org/rsvp-workshop/
Contact us:
Facebook and Instagram: /IdahoParentsUnlimited
Twitter: /IPULIdaho
ipulidaho.org
parents@ipulidaho.org
208.342.5884
#MonthlyWorkshops #IEP
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Coming In September!
IPUL's Parent Voice Summit
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Parent Voice Summit
See IPUL's Event page for this:
The Parent Voice Summit is a two-day event aimed providing a platform for parents to come together, share their experiences, and learn valuable information and skills related to their role as advocates and supporters of their children.
The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions designed to foster dialogue and conversation, provide resources, and encourage collaboration among parents, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
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Contact Idaho Parents Unlimited!
The best method to reach us for assistance is through our website:
https://ipulidaho.org/connect-with-us#contact-us-here . You can also shoot us a question using the abbreviated version of that form at the bottom of every page on our website, although we may need to get more information from you.
We monitor our intake phone line (208-342-5884) during the workday, and will try to respond to any request there within 24 hours. We use an automated intake phone system, so you will be leaving a message. (Please be sure the number you are leaving us can accept text or voice messages.)
For questions that are not about something in our scope of work, you can still leave a phone message as above, send the question to the form on our website, or shoot us an email at parents@ipulidaho.org.
We keep our website updated with new news and events, and maintain a presence on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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IPUL's programs are funded in part through grants and contracts with the following: | |
Programs and services offered by Idaho Parents Unlimited are supported in part by the U.S. Department of Education (H328M200033) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) Affordable Care Act Family to Family Health Information Center (H84MC12896), opinions expressed herein do not necessarily represent the positions of either department, endorsement is not assumed | | | | |
