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Why play therapy is so important for our kiddos and how we can use it at home!

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Children of all abilities have a right to play. That includes children with physical, developmental, learning, psychiatric, and neurological disabilities.

The UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) is a legally binding international agreement that establishes the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of every child, no matter their race, religion, or abilities. Article 31 of this agreement protects a child's right to play and engage in recreational, cultural, and artistic activities.

The International Play Association believes that "every child must be afforded equal opportunities to enjoy his or her right to play in their everyday lives. Disabled children have the same right as other children to sufficient time and space to play freely, in the ways they choose, without being unduly overprotected."

Parks and playgrounds can be designed to be inclusive, welcoming children of all abilities to experience the vital, enriching benefits of play. Inclusive and accessible playgrounds can also help the community as a whole, cultivating more empathy, diversity, and joy.

Here are 30 ways that play benefits children with disabilities:

1. "Play matters because it creates an opportunity to bring out the best in every kid, and it's an opportunity for kids to really see the best in themselves." - Jill Vialet, founder of Playworks

2. "Rather than traditional 'talk therapy,' play therapy can be a more developmentally appropriate approach for addressing the needs of your child. Play becomes the avenue for healing, growing, exploring, and communicating." - ExceptionalLives.org

3. When children of all abilities play together, they learn "person-first language," which honors the individual before their disability.

4. Outdoor play is scientifically proven to alleviate stress, reduce anxiety, improve mood, and boost feelings of happiness and well-being. Nature is for everyone!

5. "Sensory play is essential for all kids to learn how their bodies work and how to process and interpret the world around them." - Ellen Metrick

6. "Play is the natural environment where social interactions occur, contributing to greater acceptance, the breaking down of barriers, and the fostering of friendships." - PlayCore

7. Sensory play helps children who are visually impaired learn from and have fun with a variety of textures and shapes. Even without seeing colors, they can enjoy playing with crayons on textured paper.

8. Sensory play can help children develop fine motor skills as they use the small muscles in their hands and fingers.

9. Through sensory play, children can discover what materials and textures they like and dislike in a safe, fun play environment.

10. "Many children with disabilities have few areas in their lives in which they feel able to exercise real choice and control. Play can be a process through which they can regain a sense of control or work through difficult or challenging experiences." - Theresa Casey, former president of the International Play Association

11. "Play supplies the brain with what it needs for learning later in life, maximizing the child's chance of being a happy and healthy member of society." - Kris Allen

12. "Play is how we are made, how we develop and adjust to change. It allows us to express our joy and connect most deeply with the best in ourselves and in others." - Stuart Brown, M.D.

13. Some children may approach play differently than others, and that's OK. Play is all about discovering forms of fun and self-expression that are unique to the individual.

14. "Play contains all developmental tendencies in a condensed form and is itself a major source of development." - Lev Vygotsky

15. "Free play gives children an outlet to express their emotions and feelings and helps them develop a sense of who they are." - KaBOOM!

16. Natural outdoor light provides relief from the harsh artificial light and electric buzzing that some children find distracting and distressing.

17. "Play is our brain's favorite way of learning." - Diane Ackerman

18. "Children's play culture can have its own language, fads and phases, values, even its own history and geography," says Theresa Casey. Inclusive play invites children to feel united with their community.

19. Playground equipment that can be enjoyed by more than one child, like a tire swing, encourages social development in children of all abilities. Play helps bridge the gap in communication. Having fun together promotes unity and inclusion!

20. "Just about any sport or activity can be altered to give special-needs children the cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength-training benefits that allow kids to stay healthy and fit." - University of Rochester Medical Center

21. Research shows that the decline in free play among children correlates with a decline in empathy. Through inclusive play, children of all abilities develop social skills and embrace the unique qualities of their peers.

22. "It energizes and enlivens us. It eases our burdens. It renews our natural sense of optimism and opens us up to new possibilities." - Stuart Brown, M.D.

23. Play areas with special, calming places (like a sound-insulated cave area with neutral colors and soft surfaces) can help children with autism and sensory integration disorders find comfort, relax, and re-focus when they need breaks.

24. "If your child has a hearing or visual impairment, play can help strengthen their other senses to help them navigate and explore the world." - Anna Taylor

25. In the past few years, vitamin D deficiency has increased by 200% in children. This sunshine nutrient is vital for fighting infection, preventing some autoimmune diseases, boosting happiness, and building strong bones and teeth.

26. "The joy that otherwise immobile children can get from simple physical stimulation should never be underestimated." - Sam Flatman

27. Many children with autism are soothed by vestibular sensory input (sense of movement), which swings and hammocks can provide.

28. Color-coded pathways can help children with cognitive impairments memorize the route to their favorite play areas, building confidence and focus.

29. Studies show that outdoor play may be deeply effective in easing ADHD symptoms, promoting a sense of calm and focus.

30. Through inclusive play, children gain a positive sense of self, self-esteem, and positive reinforcement of their identity.

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30 Reasons Why Play is Important for Children With Disabilities

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Play provides kids with the opportunity to develop new skills. Here are 30 reasons why play can be even more important for specially-abled children.

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Before the end of the year, you all will receive a little gift.

Each of you are missed so dearly. I can't wait to see you guys!

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We did a directive draw to create strawberries! So cute.

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Using core words: MORE and ALL DONE

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Check out Coach Kristen's cardio workout! #WorkoutWednesday! Start practicing! :)

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Here is a great example of how to use timers for transitions.

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One fun thing I have accomplished during the quarantine is completing three 1,000 piece puzzles. I work on them with my family, we really enjoy the time together.

What is one fun thing you have accomplished? Please write or take a picture in the comments below! :)

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Here is a video using the First/Then board

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Creating marble paper with supplies in your house!

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Week 7

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On May 8th, Teacher Christine helped us make pop-up cards for Mother's Day! This was such a fun art project.

If you missed on Zoom but still made a card, post it in the comments below! :)

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I miss you guys SO much! I can't wait to see you all again.

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Here is a video example of how token boards can be used at home.

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Join Caroline as she works hard to keep Maui’s 🐖 pen clean and makes sure that he looks his best. Also, be sure to say hi 👋🏽 to the new friends 🐐 at the end of the video.

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We have made salt dough in the classroom before! Show me your fossils!

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Try this easy to make dessert this spring 😊

Simple Ingredients needed:
- Fresh strawberries
- Graham Crackers
- Table Cream
- Sweetened Condensed Milk.
No crazy cooking required 😉

See if you can follow the simple procedures and let us know how it turned out. We would love to hear from you 🍓

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Mother's Day is on Sunday May 10th. Even though you may not be able to get her a gift, you can do a fun craft with her. Let me know if you use this recipe!

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Here is me and Christopher doing the tootsie slide on Tik Tok! Do you use Tik Tok? If so, post your videos below! :)

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On May 1st, we had our Fun Friday art project and we created chickens. Thank you Teacher Amanda for helping us!

If you missed this art project and would like to create it over the weekend, please let me know. Send me a picture of your creation on the comments below! :)

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Checkout how Molly the doggy 🐶learns to use this week's core words OPEN and CLOSE. Then, show us how you are using the core words at home 🏠by posting your comments, videos, or photos below.

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DIY sensory activities at home!

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DIY Sensory Toys and Sensory Play Activities | Fathering Autism Vlogs

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The last zoom will be Wednesday 5/27. This will similar to end of year party where students are able to say messages to teachers and watch a movie! Stay in your pjs for this one.

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Having meltdowns at home? Changes in routine and these stressful times can be difficult on all of us, especially on our little ones, who don't understand what is happening, why they cannot go to the park or school or play with their friends.
Here are some visuals to help our students identify and deal with our emotions!

Stay save, stay healthy!
Jennipher Tompkins, Behavior Analyst

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1 more days until the end of school!

Hello Parents & Families:

The last day of school is on Thursday May 28th.

We only have 2 more weeks of school, we can do this! During the next couple of weeks, I will be giving you ONE more additional paper packet.

I will also be sending home May progress reports for students that have IEP's during this reporting period. If you have any questions about this, please send me a direct email.

ESY will begin June 1st, letters will be getting sent home in the mail sometime soon. If you said no to ESY but would like to be enrolled, please let me know.

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Hey guys! Make the most of neighborhood walks with this fun, family scavenger hunt. Here are some of the lists and see what you can find. Mark it or take a picture of each item(s) you’re able to find and share it with us! Have fun and stay healthy!
❤️Jenny❤️

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A day in the life of a fire fighter!

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Teacher Amanda is going to show us how to make a thin crust pizza at home!

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How to write with invisible ink!

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One fun thing you did not know about me is when I was a kid like you, I wanted to be an entertainer. An entertainer is a person who performs in front of people.

My hidden talent was making balloon animals. In this video, I will be showing you how to make a balloon animal dog.

Please watch this video and vote in the comments below! :)

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How to Make a Balloon Animal Dog with Teacher Taylor

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Many kids love sensory bottles. Some kids love the visual stimulatory or being able to stimulate by shaking it.

When using sensory bottles, please make sure to hot glue gun the lid so it does not explode!

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How to make a Sensory Bottle | Easy + Quick | DIY

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On April 24th, we had our first Fun Friday art project. Teacher Jenny helped us create a butterfly with our moms.

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As many of you know, we use a tremendous amount of visual supports in our county classrooms for everything from classroom schedules, hygiene routines, self-help skills, academics and reinforcement. Visual supports can include anything from picture icons to checklists and can can be used for anybody, regardless of diagnosis or skill ability (I would have a VERY hard time remembering what I need to do without my daily schedule).

Implementing additional visual supports at home can also help your students during this time by organizing their day, helping them through their usual hygiene routines, helping transition between activities and even teaching new skills!

To learn more about about visual schedules and how they can help you, check out this link (The article is specifically geared toward Autism diagnoses, but as I said, can be useful for ALL our students)! And as usual, please reach out to me or Teacher Taylor if you need help!

~Jennipher Tompkins, Behavior Analyst

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Here are some simple, easy visual recipes for dinners at home! If you make dinner using this recipe, please post a picture below in the comments! :)

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Make this 2 ingredient play dough at home! You will need:
- corn starch
- conditioner of your choice

If you make this, please show us!

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2 Ingredient Play Dough with Teacher Amanda

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Sensory regulation using heavy work.

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Use this printable to show an interaction model of how we breathe. Let's see how the body works!

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Before bedtime, you can call Disneyland to speak to a disney character for a special message!

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Hand Washing Tutorial with Teacher Taylor

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Show me your secret sidewalk art!

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Here is a picture of me and my dog Bear. One funny thing about Bear is that he likes to bark a lot. I love my dog.

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Although this is geared toward children with autism, many of our students can benefit from this video.

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This is easy to make at home. All you need is:
- construction paper
- glue
- scissor

Enjoy! Jenny

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Moving Paper Fish | Paper Crafts for Kids

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Hello families and our wonderful students! We all miss you and can't wait to get back into the classroom. We understand that distance learning is new and can be a struggle for many of us (adults and students alike!) and we want you to know, we are all in this TOGETHER! We are here to support you in any way that you need!        I also know that many of our students are very routine driven and all this time away from school has been a huge disruption in their routines. I would like to encourage parents to try to help your students out by trying to keep their daily activities (wake time, bed time, meals, activities) as consistent as possible each day, to help them anticipate and expect what is coming up next, which will certainly help in reducing any problem behaviors that may be associated with the disruptions in their expected routines. I will also be adding other supports here to assist parents in helping reduce problem behaviors as much as possible at home. If there is a specific area of need, please let me know in the comments, email me at jtompkins@sjcoe.net or let teacher Taylor know and she can pass it along to me during our weekly consultation time! To get us started. Here is a quick HOW TO for establishing a token economy in your home. We use token systems regularly at school so your child should be familiar with how it works. This resource is very basic so if you have questions or need more information, please let me know and I would be happy to help troubleshoot! ~Jennipher Tompkins, Behavior Analyst.  

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Hello families and our wonderful students! We all miss you and can't wait to get back into the classroom. We understand that distance learning is new and can be a struggle for many of us (adults and students alike!) and we want you to know, we are all in this TOGETHER! We are here to support you in any way that you need!        I also know that many of our students are very routine driven and all this time away from school has been a huge disruption in their routines. I would like to encourage parents to try to help your students out by trying to keep their daily activities (wake time, bed time, meals, activities) as consistent as possible each day, to help them anticipate and expect what is coming up next, which will certainly help in reducing any problem behaviors that may be associated with the disruptions in their expected routines. I will also be adding other supports here to assist parents in helping reduce problem behaviors as much as possible at home. If there is a specific area of need, please let me know in the comments, email me at jtompkins@sjcoe.net or let teacher Taylor know and she can pass it along to me during our weekly consultation time! To get us started. Here is a quick HOW TO for establishing a token economy in your home. We use token systems regularly at school so your child should be familiar with how it works. This resource is very basic so if you have questions or need more information, please let me know and I would be happy to help troubleshoot! ~Jennipher Tompkins, Behavior Analyst.  

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If you are looking for a fast and effective way to get your kids to follow your house rules on a consistent basis, you may want to explore the idea of a token economy system. Although sticker charts work well with preschool-age children, a token economy system will work best with older children.

Whether you want to get your child to do their chores, follow directions at school, or refrain from hitting when they're angry, reward systems are effective discipline tools. Here is what you need to know about a token economy system, including what it is and how it works.

What Is a Token Economy Sytem?

A token economy system is one of the fastest and most effective ways to get kids to follow the rules. Similar to a traditional reward system, kids earn tokens throughout the day. Then, tokens can be exchanged for bigger rewards.

How to Create a Token Economy System

Sometimes parents create very complicated systems that are hard for children to understand and difficult for parents to manage. It's important to keep a token economy system simple so that both you and your child will stay motivated. Here's how to create your token economy system:

Break the day down into smaller chunks of time. You might reward your child for meeting his goals in the morning, during the afternoon, and during the evening. Waiting all day to earn a token can seem like too big of a goal and many children will lose interest.

Choose up to three behaviors to address at one time. Pick a behavior that your child is already doing well, one behavior that needs a little improvement, and one challenging behavior.

Create an appealing reward menu with a variety of items. Offer rewards worth a variety of point values to keep it exciting. Being able to stay up late might be worth one token but choosing something from the dollar store might be worth 10 tokens, for example.

Frame the desired behaviors in a positive way. Instead of saying, "Don't hit your sister," create a goal like, "Keep your hands to yourself." Using positive reinforcement, state which behavior you want to see so you can reward the good behavior with a token.

Physically hand a token to your child whenever he earns one. Offer immediate acknowledgement for good behavior by giving your child a token for meeting his goals.

Tips to Make Your Token Economy System Effective

A good token economy system should get your child excited and help him stay motivated to do better. And while it will take a little extra effort on your part initially, an effective reward system should save you a lot of time disciplining your child in the end. Here are some tips for making your token economy system as effective as possible:

Help your child find a way to store his tokens. If your child creates a special jar or box to keep his tokens in, he'll be extra motivated to earn more. Kids love to count, shake and look at their tokens.

Keep the token economy system positive. Make sure your child knows a token economy system is about rewarding his good behavior. It shouldn't be about punishing him when he makes a mistake.

Use pennies, plastic poker chips, or marbles for tokens. Make sure your child can't access the tokens. You don't want him adding his own marbles to the ones he's earned from you.

Use some free and low-cost rewards. They can include things such as picking what to eat for dinner, going to the park, or getting an extra bedtime story. Get your child involved by requesting his input into what rewards he would like to earn.

Troubleshooting Your Token Economy System

Token economy systems often take a bit of trial and error. Perhaps you made the rewards too easy to earn. Or maybe, your child just isn't motivated by the rewards you're offering.

If it isn't working to change your child's behavior, don't give up or get rid of the reward plan altogether. Instead, learn strategies to overcome the most common stumbling blocks with token economy systems. Often, just a few small changes can make a big difference in helping your child change his behavior.

Sometimes, behaviors get a little worse before they get better. Your child may have some difficulty adjusting to any new discipline strategies that you start implementing. So, make sure you give your plan plenty of time before you make any major changes to it.

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How to Create a Token Economy System That Will Motivate Your Child

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Create a token economy system that allows your child to exchange tokens for bigger rewards. It can be the fastest way to end behavior problems.

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Follow her YouTube channel for more videos from Miss Kissinger!

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Fun Friday Life Skill: SETTING THE TABLE! - Adaptivities

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Check out how Nurse Sheri makes a fruit salad 🍌🥝🍊 while practicing her math ➗🔢 skills!

What are your favorite fruits to put in a fruit salad? 🍒🍉🍇 Share with us in the comments below! ⬇ #SJCOELOCkER

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By using the movie Inside Out, students are able to use characters as a guideline for recognizing their emotions.

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Washing Dishes (Text and Voice) - Penquis ADL Tools

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Join Ms. Cary from the Artists-in-Schools 🎨 program and learn how to use items at home 🏡 and turn them into watercolor supplies! What are you going to create? Share your artwork with us in the comments below! 👇🏽

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Have you been to Science Camp at Jones Gulch?! ⛺️🐛🐌🌲 If so, this song might sound👂🏻 familiar. Join Sorrell, Principal of Outdoor Education at Jones Gulch and the rest of the SJCOE Outdoor Education Team in singing 🎤 this popular science camp song. 🎬 #SJCOELOCkER

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DIRT MADE MY LUNCH - OUTDOOR EDUCATION SING-ALONG

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Teacher Taylor enjoys motor movements! If you didn't know, she has been roller skating since she was a little girl. Watch this clip for a little trick!

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I have 2 dogs named Cooper and Bear, they have been really happy to have me at home.

Depending on the size of the dog, the measurements may subject to change. Check with your parents first!

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How to Feed Your Dog with Teacher Taylor

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Let's Cook! Life Skills - Kids with Autism - Peanut Butter and Jam Sandwich

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Newsletter and possible workouts

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Hey guys, welcome to our virtual classroom!

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Here is an easy way to get your child to be more involved with laundry.

If you sort your laundry differently, make distinct bins for your child to sort.

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Hi guys, meet my new friend Squilly! My friend has been showing up in our backyard every morning for the past few months. He is waiting for me to feed him with his food, seed mix. What about you, what do you see in your backyard? A bird? Lizard? Frog? Please share, I would love to know.❤️ (Jenny)

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One more week!

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FREE MONEY!!!
Please reach out to me if you need any additional information from me!

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The Direct Help Grant Program is offered through the Foundation to provide services, medical necessities, and educational tools to families affected by autism who live in Central California.

A family can apply once per calendar year per child with autism. Please note that the deadline for each calendar year is December 1st. If a completed application (with all supporting documentation) is not received by this deadline, it will roll into the following year. There is a limit of $500 per grant. Families must complete the application, provide all required supporting documentation, and the child must meet the three following requirements to be considered eligible:

1. Under the age of 18.

2. Resides within one of the following 21 counties: Merced, Glenn, Stanislaus, Butte, Madera, Colusa, Mariposa, El Dorado, Tuolumne, Sutter, San Joaquin, Yuba, Fresno, Yolo, Sacramento, Placer, Shasta, Kings, Tehama, Tulare, or Kern.

3. Diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder.

Please read the grant program Frequently Asked Questions and ensure that the following check list is completed prior to applying.

1. Completed application with current address and parent/guardian signatures

2. Full diagnostic report of autism from a developmental pediatrician, child neurologists, Regional Center psychologist, or private psychologist/psychiatrist (school IEPs will not be accepted as a diagnosis of autism)

3. The most recent IRS tax return/s for both parents/guardians with your child listed as a dependent. If you do not file taxes due to Social Security, you must provide your award letter.

4. A recommendation letter from a Physician, Speech Therapist, Behavioral Therapist, or Licensed Psychologist that states how the requested item(s) will directly aid your child with his/her autism. This is only required if you are requesting an item other than tuition for a specific class for autism, supplements/medication, medical evaluations, learning materials, testing, or therapies.

5. Electronic Device Form. This is only required if you are requesting an electronic device (i.e. computer, iPad, etc).and ensure that the following check list is completed prior to applying. Please Note: iPads and computers cannot be granted two years in a row.

All of the check list items above must be submitted with the application for it to be approved, unless otherwise noted.

Click here to be taken to the application page or download the application (click here for application in Spanish) and mail it in with all necessary documents to the following address:

Carlos Vieira Foundation
6079 Washington Blvd.
Livingston, CA 95334

Application Timeline

Once an application is received and all required documentation provided, the grant review board will determine whether or not you have been approved or additional information is needed. A letter will be mailed or emailed to you within 30 days noting the status of your application.

If you are sent a letter to submit additional information, you will have a period of 5 weeks to submit missing documentation. If you do not submit, a second and final letter will be sent requesting the information. If you do not submit the documentation requested by the deadline noted on the second request letter your application will automatically be closed. If your application is closed, you will not be able to submit again for assistance until the next calendar year.

If you have questions about the application process, please use the contact us form; a member of our grant review team will get back to you within two business days.

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children's hospital of central california

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carlos vieira foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that focuses on three campaigns: race for autism

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race 2b drug-free and race to end the stigma

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The Direct Help Grant Program is offered through the Foundation to provide services, medical necessities, and educational tools to families affected by autism who live in Central California. A family can apply once per calendar year per child with autism. Please note that the deadline for each calendar year is December 1st.

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Click the link below to take you directly to San Joaquin County's parent website. This website is updated with resources and learning material for students related to their services.

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Parent Resources | SJCOE Special Ed - Learning Resources

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Internet Connectivity for Students and Families (low cost)

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The staff & I are working hard at trying to find free, printable worksheets and activities for the students. On Google Drive, it allows the students to have access at anytime. Worksheets will be updated periodically with information related to their goals and objectives.

If you have any trouble accessing Google Drive, please feel free to reach out to me via email.

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Zoom will be offered to students 3x weekly on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:00. The zoom call will be offered to ALL students, permanent staff, & service providers.

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Topic: Taylor Hanlan's Virtual Classroom
Time: 10:00 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://sjcoe.zoom.us/j/339094024?pwd=d1lpNlNsaDRLZmtKSGZPVld6T2V4dz09

Meeting ID: 339 094 024
Password: 062108

Find your local number: https://sjcoe.zoom.us/u/adA2W69mu9

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GoNoodle offers a variety of motor movement activities for all students.

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It's time for SJCOE #SpeechSunday! This week we are working on household chores. Need that dishwasher emptied? 🍽Get in there and help the dinosaur 🦖put away the dishes while using the core words IN and OUT.

Make your own video doing your favorite household chore to show how you incorporated today's core words. We would love ❤️if you shared your photos or videos with us IN the comments below!

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We are all feeling like we need more movement; so let's get moving with some active games! After you watch the video, make your own movement video to show the SJCOE Special Education Speech-Language Pathologists how you'll use "stop" and "go" this week! 🚦 Just post the video in the comments below. And, don't forget to share the post so other students and families can get moving, too!

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Ms. Mackenzie, a Speech-Language Pathologist from our Special Education Programs Department is sharing a simple communication activity that families can try at home, too! The best part about the activity is that you get to taste-test food items from your refrigerator and pantry.

The Special Education Programs Department challenges SJCOE students, families, and staff to SHARE this post with others and to SHARE a short video of your group doing the activity your own way in the comments below. ⬇️

So, grab a mixture of sweet, sour, salty, and savory foods and let’s start tasting!

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Below include resources with token charts, schedules, and icons.

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Virtual social story

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This is a great resource for parents, caregivers and educators from The Autism Partnership of Easterseals Chicago. iap@eastersealschicago.org

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This activity can be modified and adapted to fit any students' need.

You can use shaving cream texture, smell, spelling, answering questions, drawing pictures, and any writing you choose!

If you do this fun activity, please share pictures and/or videos! :)

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Shaving Cream for Sensory Learning - Rising Above Autism Vlog

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Items you will need:
- multiple colored paper
- white paper
- pen/pencil
- scissors
- glue
- family members

Instructions:
1. Gather family members
2. Give each family member a different colored paper
3. Trace their hand on the paper
4. Cut the trace with scissors
5. Put your name on the thumb
6. Order the pages from largest to smallest
7. Glue the largest hand trace first, then continue the sequence
8. Write a message  :)

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Good morning guys! Miss you all! ❤️❤️❤️

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Good morning guys..Welcome to our virtual classroom..😊 We miss you all ❤️

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Teacher Lynda and her son Lincoln are being safe! They are being safe by wearing their masks when they are going out into the community.

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My family and I wanted to do the fruit roll up challenge. This is a silly way to get the entire family involved.

If you participate in the #FruitRollUpChallenge, please share your videos! :)

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Step by step process on an easy way to make the bed.

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Abigail & Katelyn celebrating Valentine's Day!

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Austin, Abigail, Teacher Taylor & Teacher Lynda having fun on the bus!

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Teacher Jennifer and Danika getting ready to go out into the community!

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Students will be able to participate in a daily question of the day. Students will be able to answer by commenting below in the "Add comment" section.

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Email: thanlan@scjoe.net
Office hours:
Monday-Friday 11:00-2:00

During office hours, please feel free to email me any questions, concerns, or materials you may need.

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Email: melam@sjcoe.net

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Jennipher Tompkins, Behavioral Specialist 

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Jennipher Tompkins, Behavioral Specialist 

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Email: jtompkins@sjcoe.net

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Email: kharden@sjcoe.net