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Workshops for Families

August 23 & 26, 2010
The Nuts & Bolts of Self-Employment for People with Disabilities
Featuring Ruthie-Marie Beckwith, Ph.D.
Tennessee Microboard Association

August 23rd
Calvary United Methodist Church
1700 N Towanda
Normal, IL
Room 111 (Adult Ed Room)
6pm-9pm

August 26th
Goldie Luftig Building
5150 W Golf Rd
Skokie, IL
6pm-9pm

For more information:  Illinois Association of Microboards and Cooperatives at www.iambc.org

September 27, 2010
Special Education Forum
Barrington Area Library
505 N Northwest Highway
Barrington, IL
7pm-9pm

We are starting the new school year with a fantastic meeting for both parents AND educators alike.  Our guest for the evening will be Dr. Patrick Schwartz, a dynamic and engaging professor, author, motivational speaker and leader in education who will help us re-imagine the possibilities for our kids at school.  Using real life stories, Dr. Schwarz will describe specific tools, supports and accommodations that can lead to a truly inclusive and effective education for all children.  You will come away both informed and inspired, ready to initiate positive change for your child or your students.

For more information, contact Laurie Feller at (847) 387-3236 or mailinglist@specialedforum.org.

Cost: Free
No RSVP required to attend.

http://specialedforum.org/

October 6, 2010
Communication and Creativity: Essential Tools for These Changing Times
Presenter: Al Condeluci, Ph.D.
The ARC of Illinois
Hilton Oak Lawn
9333 S Cicero Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453

For more information, click here to download the flyer: Communication and Creativity Flyer

October 24-26, 2010
Sixth Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference
Thelma Keller Convention Center
1202 N Keller Dr-P.O. Box 747
Effingham, IL 62401

For more information: http://www.illinoistransitionconference.org
To register online: http://www.guest.cvent.com/d/xdq32d
Early Registration by Sept 30, 2010

November 13-16, 2010
PATH and MAPS Facilitator Training
Presenters: Jack Pearpoint and Linda Kahn
Illinois Association of Microboards and Cooperatives
Bloomington, IL

We are excited to announce an exciting opportunity to take part in a three or four day PATH and MAPS facilitator training with internationally-known trainers, Jack Pearpoint and Lynda Kahn.  The IAMC will sponsor  training with a minimal registration fee that covers materials, continental breakfast, and lunch. Space is limited, so register early!

For more information, click here to download the flyer: PATH and MAPS Flyer.