SELPA 1 CAC Parent Education Events

SELPA 1 CAC

I Think My Child Needs Help! Now What Do I Do? Am I Doing Enough? A presentation for parents just getting started and for those who are wondering if they are doing enough.
The first hour will be a panel presentation. Dr. Steve Newton, a Los Altos-based developmental psychologist, will discuss private testing and evaluation as well as psychological therapies. Chase Doverspike from Cadence Therapy, a licensed Occupational Therapist, will be speaking on the benefits of hippotherapy. Sheri Laramie will speak on the benefits of speech therapy. A local physical therapist from Westcott Physical Therapy will speak on the importance of physical therapy for your child. During the second hour, the floor will be open for your questions and concerns.
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2009 - meeting is 7 to 9 pm. Hospitality begins at 6:45pm.
Covington Elementary School Multi, 205 Covington Rd, Los Altos.
This parent education event is sponsored by the SELPA 1 CAC (www.selpa1cac.org) All of our events are free and open to anyone who feels they might benefit. No registration is necessary.

Movement to Motivate - Come hear how you can use movement to enhance academic and physical learning as well as self esteem. Learn some practical strategies that you can put into practice immediately. Programs presented include Brain Gym, Pilates for Kids, and Dance in the Classroom. Speakers include Teresa Maldonado Marchok MPT - a Physical Therapist and mom of a special needs child, Ehud Krauss - founder of IndepenDANCE -applying the benefits of dance education to academic improvement and Rose Nolen - 3rd grade teacher integrating movement into her curriculum for the last 15 yrs. Event geared for parents and teachers.
Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 - meeting is 7 to 9 pm. Hospitality begins at 6:45pm.
Covington Elementary School Multi, 205 Covington Rd, Los Altos.
This parent education event is sponsored by the SELPA 1 CAC (www.selpa1cac.org) All of our events are free and open to anyone who feels they might benefit. No registration is necessary.