Dates

Topics and Descriptions

July

SUMMER BREAK- NO SATURDAY SUPPORT SERVICES

August 28th
Registration Deadline:
August 20th 

Answering the WH Questions of Inclusion MAKE-UP FROM CANCELLED MARCH S.S.S.
When, Where, Who, Why, What and How? Inclusion can feel like an intimidating goal; Let us answer your questions and ease your mind.
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September 25th
Registration Deadline:
September 17th

A Sibling’s Perspective
What’s it like on the flip side of special needs? Many children feel like the “other” child in the family or feel pressured to ease the perceived burden of the special needs of a sibling.  The sibling dynamic can be complex and requires a brand new perspective on sibling relationships. This in no way equates to parental failure! Siblings of special needs children frequently have very hidden perspectives on their brother or sister’s condition. The silent inner workings of a sibling brain (at any age) can be intriguing and should be considered when making family decisions. Come hear helpful strategies to open the lines of communication and raise empowered and happy siblings!

October 30th
Registration Deadline:
October 22nd

Special Needs Safety 101
Children with special needs frequently struggle to identify dangerous situations and people. This workshop will identify common safety concerns and strategies to keep your child safe at home, school and in the community.       Costumes Welcome!

November 20th
Registration Deadline:
November 12th

Family Support Services
Information about local agencies and resources, including health professionals who will make accommodations, will be presented showing available services in the Greater Houston area. Come learn what is available to your child and family for respite, advocacy, recreation, and much more!

December

HAPPY HOLIDAYS- NO SATURDAY SUPPORT SERVICES

January 29th
Registration Deadline:
January 21st

2010 Flashback! The most requested topics from the past will be repeated. Three workshops will be presented simultaneously for you to choose from. Choices will include:

1. Vital Reading Strategies: This workshop will address reading strategies to be used on a daily basis both at home and at school. Many of the strategies that will be presented will correlate with the summer Reading Boot Camp at InKids. This workshop is designed to benefit children on a variety of performance levels.
2. Teaching Social Skills to High Functioning Children: This workshop will address strategies to teach social skills. Activities and lessons from the Including Kids Social Skills Group will be shared as well as ways to use everyday situations as teaching tools for children with social challenges.
3. TBA – feel free to submit your requests to outreach@includingkids.org

February 26th
Registration Deadline:
February 18th

To Be Announced 
February’s topic will be determined from evaluations completed from August to November.