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SEPTA & M.A.X. Collaboration
Pilot Summer Program Starting in JulyThe Manhasset SEPTA-M.A.X. Collaboration team (as seen from left to right) SEPTA Special Projects Director Michele Weingart, SEPTA Treasurer Theresa Discolo, M.A.X. Director Roni Jacobson, M.A.X. Business Manager Cheryl Schwab, SEPTA Co-Vice President Helen Weitman.
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SEPTA & M.A.X. Pilot Summer Program
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Manhasset SEPTA and M.A.X. Collaboration
Pilot Summer Program Starting in July
Manhasset Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is proud to announce its collaboration with the Manhasset Afterschool Xperience (M.A.X.) program to pilot the M.A.X. Experience for All Children. The pilot program will begin its first phase during the summer Club M.A.X. session which is held at Shelter Rock school in July.
The M.A.X. Experience for All Children summer pilot provides two special education aides every day from 12 noon until 4pm during the summer Club M.A.X. session. Club M.A.X. is held for four weeks starting Mon, July 6 and running until Fri, July 31. Manhasset SEPTA is providing two aides to facilitate socialization and support special needs children who are attending summer Club M.A.X. program. This new special needs support will allow children to enjoy a summer experience with their peers and classmates while addressing their need for a smaller adult-to-child ratio.
The funds used in this summer pilot are a result of a generous grant from a major New York university, which was facilitated by Manhasset SEPTA Special Projects Director Michele Weingart. The university, which wishes to remain anonymous, has asked that the money be used to support and enrich elementary school-aged special needs children.
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Summer Programs and Services
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Helpful info for upcoming annual reviews and year-end meetings
Extended School Year (summer services) FAQ from National SEPTA
Here is a list of the most popular questions about summer
services/Extended School Year qualifications. Just in time for annual
reviews! (See attached “SEPTA Extended Year Q&A” document.)
10 Tips for Ending the School Year by Wrightslaw Advocate Pat Howey
A lists helpful questions for parents to review to close out the past
school year and prepare for annual reviews. (See attached “10tips for
y-end” document.)
“Helpful Website” - member recommened
www.SpecialNeedsParentCoach.com
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The Kehilla Vocation Experience
At Sid Jacobson JCC
Summer Vacation and Work Experience All Rolled into One!
Ages: 16–21
The Kehilla Vocation Experience program provides a 6-week vocational and recreational summer program for teens and young adults with special needs, including:
w High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder
w ADD/ADHD
w Learning Disabilities
w Speech and Language Delays
w Social/Emotional Disorders
Participants are placed at two vocation sites throughout the summer. Some job sites have included TJ Maxx, Home Goods, The Nassau County Museum of Art and The Friendship Circle at the JCC. Participants work at their vocation sites four days a week and one day is reserved for a fun-filled day trip! Fitness, art therapy and drama are also included in daily activities.
This opportunity opens the door to many new experiences! Our participants learn interview and job application skills and how to dress for success. Participants are encouraged to express their feelings, challenges, successes and needs in a daily group discussion led by a social worker. Former Vocation Experience participants have gone on to jobs, colleges and supported employment.
For more information, contact
Lisa Warren, LCSW, Director of the Kehilla Vocation Experience Program
516-484-1545, ext. 786
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Learn, play, grow...this summer at Ramapo!
There’s still time to register for one of the exciting summer adventure programs for children with special needs at CampRamapo!
One-, two-,three-, five- and six-week programs are available for children ages 5 to 16 in Ramapo’s beautiful, engaging outdoor environment about two hours from New York City. Children will enjoy a wide range of creative projects, sports and outdoor experiences, including swimming, canoeing, camping, hiking, arts, and crafts. Selected older campers are offered pre-vocational training; some go on to work at camp.
All activities are individualized to each child's abilities and summer programs are tailored for specific age groups.
“This was an experience of a lifetime for him! Words cannot begin to express the love and care you extended to my son. This camp has done so much in assisting [my son] in his developing process and it has definitely shown in how he acts at home
and in school.”–parent of a Ramapo camper
Now in its 87thyear, Ramapo for Children is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit organization serving children with special needs who may typically demonstrate learning, emotional and behavioral challenges. For more information, visit www.ramapoforchildren.org or call(845) 876-8403.
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Ramapoprovides:
* one-to-one staff to childratio
* a warm, supportive, andinclusive atmosphere
* an average of six campersper group
Campersenjoy:
* swimming (pool andlake)
* team and individualsports
* outdoor education, hikingand camping
* reading enrichmentcenter
* science discoveryworkshop
*chess
* high and low ropescourses
* arts, crafts, andceramics
* music, drama anddance
* canoeing, kayaking,boating
andMORE!
Learn, grow, and havefun:
* improve peerrelationships
* increase communicationskills
* feel more confident andself-reliant
* become moreindependent
* try new things andexperience success
www.ramapoforchildren.org
Ramapo for Children, P.O. Box 266 (Route 52/SalisburyTurnpike) Rhinebeck, NY 12572, (845) 876-8403
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Surfer’s Way
Three special needs tandem surfing experiences this summer at Long Beach, NY.
Everything is supplied and free including individual tandem surfing instructor, wetsuit, life vests and boards—just bring a towel and sunscreen!
Check out their site for details and dates http://surfersway.org
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Hooves for Hope at the Sand’s Point Preserve
They are now accepting enrollment for their Equine assisted program for special needs children and their families.
Check out their website for more information and an application http://www.hoovesforhope.org/ .
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Power Pals’ Afternoon Recreation Program
This program in Glen Cove is open to special needs and typically developing children ages 6-10 y/o from 1pm-4pm from June 29th to Aug 14th.
Daily program includes bike riding lessons, sports snack and water play headed by “Skills-n-Drill Bootcamp’s” own Coach Chris Speziali!
Call 516-359-7734 or register online at www.power-pals.com. (file also attached)
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Mid Island Y JCC Afternoon Day Camp for Special Needs
The perfect compliment to CPSE or CSE morning programs for Children 3-10 y/o, with a 2-to-1 child/counselor ratio to enjoy the summer camp experience.
Program runs from June 30th to Aug 19th and includes swimming in their Olympic sized pool, sports, outside playground, music, snack and more. Contact Doreen McIlwaine at 516-822-3535 or via email at dmcilwaine@miyjcc.org for more info and prices.
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Nassau BOCES Special Education Training
Parent Member Training sponsored by the Nassau BOCES Special Education Training and Resource Center. Call if you would like to attend the training.
Date: June 5, 2009 from 8:30 am (Registration) until 12:00 pm
Contact: Laura Fine, Manhasset District Coordinator of Special Education
Phone: (516) 267-7679
Located: BOCES Administrative Center at 71 Clinton Avenue in Garden City.
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Free Summer Family Film Festival
Westbury Stadium 12 theaters at Brush Hollow Road is hosting free family movies every Tues and Weds at 10am all summer long!
Space Chimps, Kung Fu Panda, Curious George, Barnyard and lots of family films your kids might have missed in the past years—or would love to see on the big screen again.
Visit the Regal movies website for the complete listing (festival is nationwide!) http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx?state=NY
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