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Updates on parent center events, related articles and resources that may be of interest to parent center staff.
October 2009
Upcoming Events
- New Directors’ Conference
- ALLIANCE Institutes – Save the Date!
Parent Center Updates
- Wisconsin CPRC Featured in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Advocates for Children Featured in New Book on Illiteracy
- Arkansas PTI Employee Receives State Award
Announcements & News
- TA&D Center of the Month: PEPNet Regional Centers
- November is American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month
- Mobility International I-LEAD Exchange Program
Resources
- CDC Parent Portal
- Research Report: Helping Students Navigate the Path to College
- Introductory Guide for Early Language and Emerging Literacy Instruction
- New IRIS Module: Functional Behavior Assessments
- NIMAS Implementation Update
- New GAO Report on Vocational Rehabilitation Funds
- CELL Practice Guide: A is for Apple
Technology
- Fangs Screen Reader Emulator
Nonprofit Management
- Executive Director Performance Evaluation
September 2009
Upcoming Events
- New Directors’ Conference
- ALLIANCE Institutes – Save the Date!
Parent Center Updates
- STOMP to Present Air Force Trainings
- Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Center of the Month: Technical Assistance Coordination Center
- New ARRA Guidance Documents
Resources
- Analyzing Family Outcome Data
- CELL Practice Guide: Baby’s First Games
- New IRIS Case Study
- Promoting Social-emotional Wellbeing in Early Intervention Services
Technology
- Making Technology Part of Back to School Planning
Nonprofit Management
- New Board Café Article: Board Members Who Don’t Do Anything
August 2009
Upcoming Events
- ALLIANCE Institutes
- OSEP Leadership Conference
Parent Center Updates
- DREDF 30th Anniversary Celebration
- Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Center of the Month: Data Accountability Center
- President Obama Sings U.N. Disability Rights Convention
- Leadership for Excellence and Equity Call for Proposals
- Bookshare News
- ODEP Secretary Confirmed
Resources
- The State of Learning Disabilities 2009
- ADA Anniversary Toolkit
- Fulbright Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
- Talking with Your Doctor
- Archived Webinar: Accessible Playgrounds
Technology
- Microsoft Software Donation Program
Nonprofit Management
- IRS Governance Training Materials
- Interns: Volunteers or Employees?
- Build-A-Bear Grant Programs
July 2009
Upcoming Events
- ALLIANCE Institutes
- OSEP Leadership Conference
Parent Center Updates
- DREDF 30th Anniversary Celebration
- Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Center of the Month: Data Accountability Center
- President Obama Sings U.N. Disability Rights Convention
- Leadership for Excellence and Equity Call for Proposals
- Bookshare News
- ODEP Secretary Confirmed
Resources
- The State of Learning Disabilities 2009
- ADA Anniversary Toolkit
- Fulbright Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
- Talking with Your Doctor
- Archived Webinar: Accessible Playgrounds
Technology
- Microsoft Software Donation Program
Nonprofit Management
- IRS Governance Training Materials
- Interns: Volunteers or Employees?
- Build-A-Bear Grant Programs
June 2009
Upcoming Events
- ALLIANCE Institutes
- OSEP Leadership Conference
Parent Center Updates
- Welcome FY 2009 PTIs and CPRCs!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI)
- Summer Assistive Technology (AT) Online Institute
- NBC Launches Disability Awareness Campaign
- The Live Your Life Well Campaign
Resources
- CELL Practice Guides
- Parent Training Programs Meta-Analysis
- Secondary Transition Resources
- RTI State Database
- NIMAS State Surveys
- The Condition of Education 2009
- CSEFEL Infant Toddler Training Modules Now Available in Spanish
- Multilingual Disability Information
- IRIS Center Podcasts
Technology
- Web Site Re-Design
- Web Site Accessibility Guide
Nonprofit Management
- Accessible Meetings
- Wal-Mart State Giving Program
May 2009
Upcoming Events
- ALLIANCE Institutes
Parent Center Updates
- New Hampshire Parent Information Center Receives First TATRA Award
- WI FACETS Co-Publishes Seclusion and Restraints Report
- Advocates for Children Receives Top Nonprofit Ranking
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
- Measuring Early Childhood Outcomes for Young Children with Special Needs Webinar
- Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter!
Resources
- Parent Involvement Archived Webinar
- A Guide to Social Security Benefits and Employment for Young People with Disabilities
- Alternate Assessment-Modified Academic Achievement Standards Selection Tool
- Response to Intervention for Elementary and Middle School Math Students
- American Indian Culture Card
- Parent Information Needs Assessment Study
Technology
- Online Training Resources
- Web Traffic Data
Nonprofit Management
- CVS Caremark Grant
- Summary of ARRA Funding Opportunities for Nonprofits
april 2009
Upcoming Events
- Secondary Transition Parent Center Webinar
- ALLIANCE Institutes
Parent Center Updates
- Parent Center KidSmart Participants
- Join the Parent Center Facebook and YouTube Pages!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: NIMAS Development and Technical Assistance Centers
- National Early Childhood Inclusion Institute
- ALLIANCE Web Site
Resources
- Toddling Toward Reading
- Student Progress Monitoring
- National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities Web Page
- Policy for Results
- Alliance for Childhood Kindergarten Report
Technology
- FCTD Monthly Online Discussion
- Reusing Assistive Technology
Nonprofit Management
- Recession-Proof Communications
March 2009
Upcoming Events
- Save the Date – National Post-School Outcomes Parent Center Webinar
- ALLIANCE Institutes
Parent Center Updates
- Parent to Parent of Miami Director Receives Advocacy Award
- News from the National Parent Centers
- Join the Parent Center Facebook and YouTube Pages!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: Center for Early Literacy Learning (CELL)
- President Obama Names New Disability Advisor
- National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
Resources
- IRIS Center Web Tour
- Disability History Fact Sheet
- American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Resources
- IssueLab Disability Research
- Assistive Technology Resources
Technology
- Free PDF Convertors
- TraduceloAhora
- Technology Advisory Committee
Nonprofit Management
- Nonprofit Finance and Strategy Articles
February 2009
Upcoming Events
- ALLIANCE Institutes
Parent Center Updates
- Join the Parent Center Facebook and YouTube Pages!
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: Center to Mobilize Early Childhood Knowledge
- Bookshare Partner Program
- Read Across America Day
- Opening Doors Conference Materials
Resources
- CSEFEL Parent Training Modules
- New Book – Guide to Special Education Advocacy
- CHARGE Syndrome Professional Packet
- Proyecto Visión
- New RTI Case Study Units
Technology
- Creating Flash Videos
Nonprofit Management
- Board Development Tips
- Philanthropic Capacity Building Resources (PCBR) Database
- Twenty Cost Cutting Ideas for Nonprofits
January 2009
Upcoming Events
- OSEP National Parent Center Conference
Parent Center Updates
- North Dakota Parent Involvement Conference
- South Carolina LIFE Program
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: CADRE
- 28th Annual Report to Congress on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
- Webinar on Social-Emotional Outcomes for Young Children
- Addressing Challenging Behaviors Conference
- Letters from the White House Creative Writing Contest
Resources
- Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) Resources
- Improving Transitions for Youth Involved with the Juvenile Justice System
- Survey of States: Activities, Changes, and Challenges for Special Education
- Service Dog Etiquette
- State Rehabilitation Agency Annual Review Reports
- Women with Disabilities and the Workforce
- New Autism Spectrum Disorder Books
Technology
- Accessible Technology Webinar Series
Nonprofit Management
- Sustaining Nonprofits During Economic Downturns
December 2008
Upcoming Events
- 2009 OSEP National Parent Center Conference
Parent Center Updates
- Matrix Celebrates 25th Anniversary
- Federation Staff Member Featured on NBC News
- PEAK to Host 2009 Inclusive Education Conference
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: Project Forum
- National Council on Disability Celebrates 30th Anniversary
- Living with Autism Study Online Presentation
- Family Center on Technology and Disability December Discussion
Resources
- New Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Fact Sheets
- Research Summary – School Support and Parental Involvement
- “Learn The Signs. Act Early.” Campaign
- Workplace and Employment Resources for Families
- Book Review – Crazy
- Traffic Safety Report
Technology
- Family Information Guide to Assistive Technology
- Web Site Tips
Nonprofit Management
- Donor Management Tools
- Taproot Foundation Capacity Grants
November 2008
Upcoming Events
- 2009 OSEP National Parent Center Conference
Parent Center Updates
- New Hampshire's Make a Difference Web Site
Announcements & News
- Reminder – EDCAPS Outage
- Check and Connect Webcast – December 3, 2008
- Early Childhood Inclusion DRAFT Position Statement
- Mental Health Parity Law
- Save the Date – National Inclusive Schools Week
- Hallmark Hall of Fame Movie Focuses on Tourette Syndrome
Resources
- Children and Clinical Studies
- New NCD Rehabilitation Act Report
- National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange Online Resources
- Alphabet Kids
- Hispanic Outreach Videos
Technology
- TechSoup’s Reduce Paper Campaign
Nonprofit Management
- Nonprofit Embezzlement
October 2008
Upcoming Events
- Save the Date! 2009 Annual OSEP and ALLIANCE National Parent Technical Assistance Center Conference
Parent Center Updates
- Utah Parent Center Featured in News Stories
- Sinergia Co-Hosts Autism Presentation
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: NECTAC
Resources
- Work-Family Issues for Employed Parents of Children with Disabilities
- Teaching Children with ADHD
- MIUSA Videos
- Special Quest Multimedia Training Library
- My Voice, My Vote
- New RTI Module from IRIS
Technology
- Google Analytics
Fundraising
- How to Navigate a Financial Downturn
September 2008
Parent Center Updates
- HUNE's 10th Anniversary
- Rhode Island Parent Information Network Special Events
- Vermont Parent Center Merger
Announcements & News
- Universal Design for Learning Public Virtual Policy Forum
- National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week
- Role of Youth in Making High Schools Inclusive Teleconference
- Advocacy Institute Webinar
- TA&D Project of the Month: TACSEI
- Foreign Language & Disability Survey
- United We Ride Leadership Awards
Resources
- U.S. Department of Education Releases Universal Design Toolkit
- State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report Analysis Documents
- Dropout Prevention Practice Guide
- Maternal and Child Health Library – Online Community Services Locator
Technology
- Bookshare.org
- Don Johnston Read Out Loud Program
Fundraising
- Credit Card Processing
August 2008
Upcoming Events
- Management Institute
- National Accountability and OSEP Leadership Conference
Parent Center Updates
- Association of Special Children and Families Celebrates 30th Anniversary
- PLUK to Hold Willie Nelson Benefit Concert
- IN*SOURCE Launches Online Community
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: National Center on Response to Intervention
- 2008 National Disability Employment Awareness Month
- Higher Education Opportunity Act
Resources
- Center for Early Literacy Learning (CELL) Practice Guides
- Recent GAO Reports
- Executive Function Fact Sheet
Technology
- Tips for Hiring IT Staff
Fundraising
- Mattie J.T. Stepanek Caregiving Scholarship
- Staples Foundation for Learning
July 2008
Upcoming Events
- Management Institute
- Stomp Webinar
- National Accountability and OSEP Leadership Conference
Parent Center Updates
- Parent Center Standards Pilots Begin
- Oregon PTI has a new home
- National Indian Parent Information Center Conference
Announcements & News
- TA&D Project of the Month: NIUSI/LeadScape
- ¡TradúceloAhora! Archived Webinar
- ITCA Parent Leadership Awards
- ADA News
- Interagency Committee on Disability Research Stakeholder Meetings
- Recent Report Examines Tribal Groups' AYP Definitions
Resources
- Planning Transitions to Prevent Challenging Behavior
- Outcome Evaluation Resources
- Special Needs Planning Guide
- National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange Monthly E-Forum
- Flipping for Phonics
Technology
- New Assistive Technology Tools
Fundraising
- Network for Good Tips
- Vision USA - Free Eye Exams
June 2008
Parent Center Updates
- Parent Center Standards Pilots Begin
- Oregon PTI has a new home
- National Indian Parent Information Center Conference
Announcements & News
- ALLIANCE Institutes
- New Ticket to Work Regulations
Resources
- Thinking Guide to Inclusive Childcare
- ParentsMedGuide.org
- Summer Reading Strategies for Children with Dyslexia
- Substance Abuse Report
- Early Childhood Economics
- Evaluation of Family Involvement
Technology
- Free Audio Program
- Archived Web Accessibility Webinar
Fundraising
- American Legion Child Welfare Foundation
- Dreyer's Small Grant and Product Donation Program
May 2008
Parent Center Updates
- Arkansas PTI Staff Featured in Local Paper
- Advocacy Center Holds Successful Fundraiser
Announcements
- ALLIANCE Institutes
- Family Center on Technology and Disability Online Discussion
- Title I Proposed Regulations
Resources
- RTI Responder
- National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability Publications
- New Inclusion Resource Guide
- National Council on Disability Data Report
- Tangible Steps Toward Tomorrow: New Designs for Early Education
- IRIS Modules in Spanish
- Inclusive Schools Network
Technology
- New CAST Resources
Fundraising
- CVS Caremark Charitable Trust


