Category Archives: School

🏫School’s Cool for Children with Autism – Mothercraft Ottawa

School

Next session is January 6 – February 19

The School’s Cool Session will run Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 12:30 to 2:15. Multiple 8 week sessions will be offered from Sept 2024 to June 2025. Participants will be contacted to offer sessions as we receive them based on waitlist. Please note, they will ask for full commitment to the session when agreeing to attend

Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUNdhfIz86TgyuvXvySB1yxcP3JJow7NzbKtx2b_lZgAWkJQ/viewform

🏫Reflecting on our Practice: Ten Ways Schools Can Foster Belonging Among Students With and Without Disabilities

Advocacy, Community, School, Social

Suggested reading by OIFN: Ontario Independent Facilitation Network

Check out this reflection guide from the PROGRESS Center at the American Institutes for Research. Although the questions are asked from an education lens, they can easily be applied to thinking about our communities and social groups.

https://promotingprogress.org/sites/default/files/2022-02/Fostering_Belonging_Handout.pdf

🛍️DragonFly Tote Bags on sale at the Glebe Craft & Artisan Fair

Arts, Funding, School

DragonFly is very happy to announce that their DragonFly Tote Bags will be on sale at the Glebe Craft & Artisan Fair at the Glebe Community Centre on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, November 17 from 11:00am-4:00pm!
Their beautiful Canadian-made tote bags are created from artwork by students in their DragonFly programme for learners with Down syndrome. The 16” x 13” tote bags are $75 (tax included) and feature vegan leather straps, a magnetic closure and a cotton sateen lining with inside pockets and a zippered welt pocket. All proceeds go to the DragonFly Students’ Scholarships.

✨ Individualized Education Plans. How do they work? What is your role as a parent? ✨

Education, Presentations / Workshops, School

📅 Date: November 9
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
👩‍🏫 Facilitators: Alexandra Arraiz, Parent Advocate P4D; along with OCDSB Learning Support Staff and Parent Peer Advocates.
📍 In-Person Workshop: Viscount Alexander PS, 55 Mann Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 6Y7
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1044998948987?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join the Parent Resource Centre/Centre de ressources pour parents for an informative workshop on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in Ontario, where you’ll discover the ins and outs of the IEP process and how to effectively advocate for your child’s unique needs. Connect with other parents and learn about the valuable supports available through your school board, empowering you to navigate this journey with confidence.
Together, we can ensure every child receives the education they deserve! 🌟📚
Child care and snacks will be available for participants.

💻Webcast on September 17 at 7pm – An Introduction to Parent and Caregiver Advocacy in Ontario’s Schools.

Advocacy, Ontario, Presentations / Workshops, School, Virtual

Navigating the education system, when your child has diverse learning needs, can often feel frustrating and overwhelming. Having a good understanding of the system and knowing what resources are available can equip families with the tools they need to advocate for their child’s education. In this webcast, panelists will offer insights on how to advocate for your child’s education and explore important educational legislation and resources.

Join P4P Planing Network for a webcast on September 17 at 7pm – An Introduction to Parent and Caregiver Advocacy in Ontario’s Schools.

Link here to register. https://bit.ly/4g3xadb