by Pam Murphy on May 9, 2012
This looks great and fun!
KEEPING KIDS ACTIVE WITH A 2 WEEK MARTIAL ARTS CAMP, GEARED TOWARDS FUN, FITNESS AND SELF-IMPROVEMENT
“Fight Ready,” Arizona’s leading Martial Arts Academy is holding a 2 week summer camp for kids, geared towards building leadership skills, while improving confidence and fitness through the martial arts. Kids will learn anti-bullying techniques that will reduce their likelihood of attack, in addition to self-defense techniques designed to effectively and safely disengage from physical altercations. The camp will also include sports conditioning to improve kids’ overall fitness level, while giving them a competitive advantage in any sport they are currently involved in or will be in this approaching school year. The Martial Arts portion will cover the basics of Wrestling, Grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Judo throws, giving kids a broad beginner martial arts base. The anti-bullying portion will focus on teaching kids to recognize, refuse, and report bullying, be assertive and build relationships. A study found this program to reduce the occurrence of bullying by 31%, and cut down destructive behavior in kids by 70% when compared to the national average.
Details: Pre registration required, each session limited to 20 kids
Session 1: June 4-8 and 11-15
Session 2: June 9-1 and 16-20
Cost: $250
2954 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-941-5466
by Pam Murphy on May 9, 2012
This is a great program from the Adaption Recreation Services of the City of Scottsdale.
Come join our population-specific summer teen program for youth with disabilities. Program activities include indoor/outdoor games, weekly swimming, creative expression, sports, art therapy, guest speakers, ex-cursions, and the annual talent show!
Come hang out at the Teen Connection for the summer!
Dates:
June 4th –July 20th 2012
Time:
Monday- Friday 8:30am-4pm Age: 12-22 years
Location:
Drinkwater Building @ 8102 E Jackrabbit Rd, Scottsdale 85250
Fees and Course Codes:
Excursion fees are included in course fee.
Session 1:
6/04-6/15– 94196 –173$(Resident) 260$ (Non-resident)
Session 2:
6/18-6/29– 94197– 173$(R) 260$ (NR)
Session 3:
7/02-7/06– 94198 – 69$(R) 103$ (NR)
Session 4:
7/09-7/20– 94199 – 173$(R) 260$ (NR)
THERE ARE TWO CONVENIENT WAYS TO REGISTER:
1) ONLINE AT WWW.SCOTTSDALEAZ.GOV – CLICK ON ‘PARKS, RECREATION & ACTIVITIES’ LINK, THEN CLICK SIGN UP FOR ‘RECREATION CLASSES’.
2) TOUCH TONE PHONE (480) 312-2025
by Pam Murphy on April 26, 2012
Q & A with
Mary Lou Muccino
SUSD Special Education Director
With Judy Merrill and Robin Keim
Special Education Coordinators
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
9am-10:30am
Tonalea Elementary School
Translation Services
available
And
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
6:30pm-8pm
Mohave District Annex
Mohave District Annex, 5520 N. 86th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85250-6768
Tonalea Elementary School, 6801 E. Oak Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
by Pam Murphy on April 5, 2012
WHEN: April 22nd, 9am to 3pm
WHERE: Meet us at the South Mountain Environmental Education Center located just inside the entrance to South Mountain Park. South Mountain Park, 10919 S. Central Ave.
WHO: cyclists, skaters, joggers, walkers, strollers, and individuals who use wheelchairs.
WHY: Adaptive cycling is one of seven outdoor recreation programs offered through the City of Phoenix and River of Dreams for people with and without disabilities. For more information on these programs go to http://river-of-dreams.com/<http://lists.phoenix.gov/t/468178/754222/4276/3/
BIKES: Bikes will be available on a first come first serve basis from 9 am until 3 pm and are appropriately sized for ages 8 and up. A waiver must be completed for each person borrowing a bike (under 18 require a parent or legal guardian) and a state-issued driver’s license or ID card must be provided in order to check out bikes.
MORE INFO: http://river-of-dreams.com/<http://lists.phoenix.gov/t/468178/754222/4276/3/
Paddle Fest at Lake Pleasant… Save the Date
Paddle Fest
Date: April 28, 2012
You will receive more information when it is available.
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department supports the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA and full inclusion of participants with
disabilities. Daring Adventures is an outdoor adventure based recreation
program for individuals with and without disabilities. This program is
integrated throughout the Camp Colley program for truly inclusive outdoor
recreation opportunities for all people. There are many benefits of
participating in Daring Adventures/Camp Colley programs including the use of
specialized adaptive equipment and experienced staff to teach you the
fundamentals while getting active and meeting new people. If you are an
individual with a disability or a parent of an individual with a disability
and request an accommodation or transportation, please contact us prior to
the program start date.
For more information about Daring Adventures or River Rampage or River of
Dreams you can go to the web page
http://river-of-dreams.com/<http://lists.phoenix.gov/t/468178/754222/4276/6/
> or contact Mark Stodola at
m_stodola@hotmail.com<mailto:m_stodola@hotmail.com> or 602-402-0523.
by Pam Murphy on April 5, 2012
STARS (Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services) and SUSD are partnering to present Life Skills Transition Night on April 12th from 5:30-7:30pm at the STARS Osborn campus at 7507 East Osborn Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Agencies will be able to answer questions about life after high school!
Some of the agencies attending are Vocational Rehab, Special Olympics, Arion’s Care Solutions, Cortney’s Place, Division of Developmental Disabilities, AZ Bridge to Independent Living, Scottsdale Parks and Recreation, Raising Special Kids, Driving to Independence, Adult Developmental Homes, Scottsdale Health Care, Seeds for Autism, STARS, Valley Metro, Miracle League, Life Development Institute.
For questions contact
Email:
mgreenberg@susd.org – phone: (480) 484 505
jpettitt@susd.org – phone: (480) 484 5069
GGriffiths@starsaz.org - phone: (480) 371 2340
by Pam Murphy on March 22, 2012
This is from the Civitan Foundation
The Civitan Foundation is hosting a grand opening celebration of the Thunderbirds Teen Center on Saturday March 24th from 10am to 3pm. The event will kick off with a ribbon cutting ceremony and lunch will begin at 11:30am. The day’s festivities will be set up as an Open House, so you are free to come and go as you choose throughout the day. Civitan invites you to join us for a time of food, fun and family entertainment. Come learn about the exciting new programs, new building updates and new opportunities that are now offered at the Teen Center. Registration for the Teen Center, as well as other programs, will be available at this time.
Reservations are appreciated but not required and can be made by calling 602-953-2944 The Civitan Foundation is opening its doors to the community, and promises a day filled with fabulous festivities.
1106 E. Grovers Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85022
by Pam Murphy on March 22, 2012
Check out the Scottsdale Martial Arts Center at www.smacus.com. The phone number is 480-951-2716.
Under the direction of Sensei Ray Hughes and Sensei Marion Moore, this center provides personalized services for children with special needs including and not limited to children and teens with AD/HD, Asperger’s Syndrome, Autism, Physical Disabilities, and Speech/Learning/Developmental Conditions.
by Pam Murphy on March 22, 2012
SUSD presents Special Education College Night for students and their families.
March 28th, 2012, from 5:30pm-7:30pm
Arcadia High School Olympia Bldg
4703 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Colleges will include:
Scottsdale Community College
Arizona State University
Gateway Community College
Maricopa Skill Center
ASU – Initiative for Inclusive Communities
The Art Institute of Phoenix
Mesa Community College
Paradise Valley Community College
Vocational Rehabilitation
Bridgeway Post-Secondary Program
Collins College
Phoenix College
For questions, email Marlene Greenberg mgreenberg@susd.org
by Pam Murphy on March 5, 2012
SUSD presents Special Education College Night for students and their families.
March 28th, 2012, from 5:30pm-7:30pm
Arcadia High School Olympia Bldg
4703 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Colleges will include:
Scottsdale Community College
Arizona State University
Gateway Community College
Maricopa Skill Center
ASU – Initiative for Inclusive Communities
The Art Institute of Phoenix
Mesa Community College
Paradise Valley Community College
Vocational Rehabilitation
Bridgeway Post-Secondary Program
Collins College
Phoenix College
For questions, email Marlene Greenberg mgreenberg@susd.org
by Pam Murphy on February 27, 2012
SEPAC of Scottsdale presents
Social Skills
The many faces of social skills, and how they can be taught.
Presented by Dr. Chris Nicholls
Dr. Nicholls is a Scottsdale psychologist with many years of experience dealing with the developmental, educational, behavioral and social issues that challenge our kids with special needs.
Please join us at the new Mohave District Annex Building Rm B at 5520 N. 86th St. Scottsdale, AZ, on Wednesday February 29th from 6:30-8pm.
