Going Five-Days of In-School Classes

With Monday fast approaching, we're so looking forward to seeing the majority of our students in class for a 5-day school week. We have been working diligently to make it a smooth, safe, transition for your child. Here are some things to keep in mind:

Weekly Health Check-In
For those parents in B Group (Thur/Fri), you will now receive your reminder text message and link on Sundays, which is when our A Group parents have been receiving theirs. Please remember to complete the form before sending your child to school each Monday.

Mask-Wearing
We will be encouraging as many students as possible to wear masks for as much of the day as they can, so if your child has a specific mask they wear and like, please feel free to send it in for them to wear.

Ask Us!
Remember, if you have a question or concern, email us at reopening@centerforspectrumservivces.org. If you need immediate answers, don't hesitate reaching out to your Family Services Coordinator.
File Your 2020 Taxes by May 17 to Get important Cash and Tax Credits!

Even if you don't normally file, you can receive important cash and tax credits from the recently enacted American Rescue Plan (ARP).

It includes important benefits that can help get cash to your family and provide immediate tax relief.

For example, with the Expanded Child Tax Credit, families will receive $3,600 per child under age 6 and $3,000 per child age 6 to 17, half of which will be paid out in advance in monthly installments between July and December 2021.

Click Here for more info from the Children's Defense Fund.
May Calendar Highlights,
Parent workshops,
and Discussion Groups

At Spectrum Services we believe that parents must be partners in their child’s educational program. For this reason we offer Parent Support and Parent Workshops free for any parent of a child with a developmental disability. Funding is provided through grants from the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities.
Incorporating Language in Outdoor Activities  
By Megan Terwilliger, Spectrum, Services Speech-Language Pathologist

As the weather warms up, it is the perfect time to get outside with your child. Playing outside can create a variety of opportunities to expand on your child’s communication.

Here are some ways you can encourage language in common outdoor activities while enjoying the sunshine...Click Here to continue.
SUNY Albany Webinar: Strategies to Help with Eating Challenges in Children with Autism
May 20th, 4pm Jennifer Friedman, MS, RD

Jennifer Friedman is a registered dietician specializing extreme picking eating. Known for her playful and approachable style, Jennifer has become a leading resource for parents and professionals working with children who struggle to eat. Registration is required

Click Here for more information and registration.
70 Kukuk Lane, Kingston NY 12401 - 4 Yankee Place, Ellenville, NY 12428