ASO DIGEST: September 15, 2008

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News From ASO:

- ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy Network - Join Now!

- Director of Public Instruction, Dr. Tave Zelman leaving Ohio

- NOW OPEN! – 2008 NATTAP Conference Registration, Columbus

- Federal Update

Upcoming Events, Resources, etc:

- Dayton Autism Society to host viewing of The Hidden Curriculum by Myles

- Latest ASA Greater Cleveland Newsletter

- Transition Planning for High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: What is Required and What Works - Young Adult Transition Corps

- LITERACY, AAC & ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY Conference

- Presidential Candidates Debate on Autism

- Carol Kranowitz DVD Special from Future Horizons

- DISABILITY VOTE FORUM, Lucas County

- Upcoming Trainings from Spectrum - Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Columbus

- News from KidsLink in Twinsburg

- Ask Medicare Caregiver Initiative

- Professional Training Convention, Dublin

- Ninth Annual Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability: Change, Challenge, & Collaboration, Columbus

- Gluten-Free Taste Fair, NE Ohio

- O.C.E.C.D. TRAININGS - SEPTEMBER, Carrollton, Independence

- SENSORY NIGHT, Medina- ASPIES Greater Akron Meet and Greet- First Annual Dragonfly Academy Golf Scramble, Massilon- Social Skills Group, Medina

- News from the ASA: Sensory Friendly Films Return this September ASA in the News House to Introduce Legislation to Provide Autism Coverage to Military Retirees Autism/Special Needs Highlighted at National Conventions Congress Returns for End of Session Statement on Columbia University Study on Measles Virus Vaccine and Autism A Letter to my Teacher 2009 ASA National Conference to be Held in Chicago, July 22-25, 2009 International Autism Summit Special Offer to Autism Society of America Members "Refrigerator Mothers" Released on DVD New Book Gives Tips for Diagnosing Autism Earlier Show Kids the Way "The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook" "Playtime With Zeebu" Now Available!- Understanding Autism Scholarships!, Columbus

- Operating Standards for Children with Disabilities Webinar

- Ohio School Psychologists Association 2008 Fall Conference, Columbus

- Career and Employment Development Strategies for Individuals with Autism, Cleveland

- DisabilityInfo Website Enhanced

- New tool for autism education

- 2008 Nationwide Children's Autism Conference

- The Autism File: International Autism Magazine Now Available in Bookstores in US & Canada

If you are interested in participating in research projects, ASO is now posting all research opportunities on our website. For information on available opportunities, visit our webpage www.autismohio.org, click on "Information" along the l eft side of the home page and then click on "Studies/Surveys".

Have you purchased your Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate yet? To purchase yours, visit www.oplates.com and click on "Specialty Plates" or visit our website at www.autismohio.org for more information.Sincerely,The Autism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311( 330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or implied.

News From ASO:

ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy Network - Join Now!

As you are aware, Autism Insurance Parity, HB170 is currently under consideration by the Ohio House Insurance Committee. The fall elections are coming and immediately following the elections it will be time to address next biennial budget for Ohio. Additionally, issues regularly come before the state legislature that impact individuals with autism, their families and those who work them throughout Ohio. And because of this, the Autism Society of Ohio needs your help.

We are in the process of putting together an autism advocacy network that has constituents in each of the districts of the members of the Ohio General Assembly, both the House and Senate. We are looking for advocates all around the state to help us with this effort.

You can volunteer to participate in two ways:

· Team Leader: Each Ohio district will have an assigned team leader who is responsible for carrying the key ASO/autism messages when meeting with the legislator (Representatives and Senators), coordinating testimony or letter writing for hearings, and for organizing the team members of their district, etc.

· Team Member: Each Ohio district will have several team members that are available to share their own personal ASO/autism story, to write letters when needed, and to ask from help from their neighbors/families/friends. Team members may choose specialize on certain topics – ie. autism insurance parity topic, special education funding, etc.

ASO is also developing a Legislative Advocacy Manual and will provide local training to constituent volunteer advocates.

If you are interested in participating in this effort, please send your Name, address, city,zip+4, phone, email address, House District Number and Senate District number and whether you are interested in being a “Team Leader†or a “Team Member†to askASO@.... Please put AUTISM ADVOCACY NETWORK in the subject line. To find your district numbers, visit www.legislature.state.oh.us and follow the directions under "Locating Legislators".

For more information, visit our website at www.autismohio.org

Director of Public Instruction, Dr. Tave Zelman leaving Ohio

Announcement from Dr. Zelman, September 3, 2008:

Today, I wish to announce to you that I have accepted the position of Senior Vice President for Education with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting in Washington, D.C. I am excited about this new challenge. In this position, I will help develop priorities for investments in education and children’s content for our nation’s public broadcasting system. I also will work to enhance educational programming for underserved audiences. Education is in my blood, and this new challenge is the correct next step for me. I will start this position November 3, 2008.

A replacement for Dr. Zelman has not yet been named - ASO will keep you informed when that happens.

NOW OPEN! – 2008 NATTAP Conference RegistrationThe Autism Society of America (ASA) and Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) present the 2nd annual international conference on autism training and technical assistance. The objectives of the conference are to review current systems models for addressing the needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), promote use of best practice in research and intervention and provide methods for capacity building – all of which contribute to the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for individuals ages 3-21. Join the estimated 1,500-2,000 attendees from across the national and around the globe.NEW for 2008! Pre-Conference Sessions - November 18, 2008Pre-Conference sessions are provided by leaders and recognized experts in the field and provide attendees with a valuable opportunity for in-depth discussion and learning.What: 2008 NATTAP ConferenceWhen: November 19-21, 2008Where: Greater Columbus Convention Center | Columbus, OHRegular Registration (July 1 - September 22, 2008): $250Late Registration (September 23 - October 20, 2008): $300On Site Registration (October 20 - November 21, 2008): $315Parent/Family Member Rate: $100Pre-Conference Session Rate: $100Conference registration and information available at: http://www.nattapconference.org

The Autism Society of Ohio has provided a grant to OCALI reducing the registration rate for parents from last year's $185 to $100 for all three days of the conference! Register NOW!

Federal Update

The Senate Passed the ADA Amendments Act!

ASA supported this legislation!September 11, 2008Thanks to all of your grassroots support, the Senate just passed The ADA Amendments Act (S. 3406) by unanimous consent. The bill included over 77 bipartisan co-sponsors.Because the Senate bill differs slightly from the House version (HR 3195), the House will need to take up the ADA Amendments Act again. Given limited time, it is likely the House will vote on the Senate version as early as next week. Once both houses pass identical bills, we anticipate the President will sign the bill shortly thereafter.

The ADA Amendments Act will correct narrow court interpretations that have restricted ADA coverage in the workplace, and weakened coverage for individuals with developmental disabilities, diabetes, epilepsy, serious heart conditions, and cancer. The act will also clarify responsibilities for employers. It enjoys wide support on both sides of the aisle, as well as among employers, civil rights and disability advocates, who have formed an uncommon alliance to support this legislation.

More info

Upcoming Events, Resources, etc:

Dayton Autism Society to host viewing of The Hidden Curriculum by Myles

Please join us for a FREE viewing of The Hidden Curriculum by Myles, followed by a casual discussion and refreshments.

When: Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Where: The Miami Valley Regional Center (SERRC)

4801 Springfield Street

Riverside, OH

Cost: Free!

RSVP to: info@...

About the Hidden Curriculum:In this DVD, Myles discusses, using numerous examples - many of them humorous - the major topics of the book of the same title, co-authored by L. Trautman and Ronda L. Schelvan. The DV D offers practical suggestions and advice for how to teach and learn those subtle messages that most people seem to pick up almost automatically but that have to be directly taught to individuals with social-cognitive challenges. Given the serious consequences that can befall a person who violates a social rule, the strategies discussed here make this a much-needed resource.

Running time: 46 mins.

Latest ASA Greater Cleveland NewsletterListed below please find the link to our October 2008, Newsletter. We hope you find it helpful. As a reminder, our office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM till 4:00 PM. Please feel free to contact us at (216) 556-4937 with any questions or concerns. Please note, if you would like to take advantage of our free child care for the parent meeting, please contact us no later than September 30, 2008 by phone or e-mail with the number of children who will need care and their ages. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at 6:30 PM at The Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, 8001 Brecksville Road, Brecksville, OH 44141.http://www.asgc.org/newsletters/2008_October-Newsletter.pdf

Transition Planning for High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: What is Required and What Works

Date & Location: October 23 & 24, 2008 Cleveland/Beachwood* Application deadline is October 10 for this conference.Date & Location: November 6 & 7, 2008 sburg* Application deadline is October 27 for this conference.Date & Location: December 3 & 4, 2008 Zanesville* Application deadline is November 19 for this conference.

Fees: $50 which includes continental breakfast and buffet lunch. Fees will be invoiced and processed upon acceptance to the conference. SEND NO MONEY WITH APPLICATION.

Content: Review of Latest Requirements for IEP Transition Plans, Best Practices in Transition Planning, and Implications for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

* Conference registration may close prior to deadline if filled to capacity.

Application For Transition planning conferenceTo apply for this conference, please complete the form below.Upon receipt of this application by OCALI, you will be notified of your acceptance to the conference. Due to limited space, please apply early. The conference may close registration prior to deadline if filled to capacity. Specific times, locations and agenda to follow with acceptance to the conference.

To Apply by Mail:Mail Name, Address, Phone, Email, District, Position, Location

To:

OCALIVicki Knisely5220 North High StreetColumbus, Ohio 43214Register by Fax:Fax information to: 614-410-1090 Attn: Vicki Knisely

For further information contact: Vicki Knisely at vicki_knisely@... or 614-410-0753

Young Adult Transition Corps

Dear Family Member, Young Adult Transition Corps is an opportunity for you or someone you know to give back to the community, gain valuable experience, and receive a stipend and benefits. Young Adult Transition Corps (YATC) is a one-of-a-kind AmeriCorps program (AmeriCorps is like the “domestic Peace Corpsâ€) of the Ohio State University Nisonger Center. YATC is dedicated to serving young adults with disabilities and their families and promoting successful transitions as these young adults enter adult life. We are currently looking for members who will engage our participants in a variety of community-based service and recreation programs in the Columbus area. YATC members will begin in September, and in exchange for their year of service, will receive a modest living stipend, an education award, and the satisfaction of making a difference in their community. If you or anyone you know would like to learn more about YATC, please contact Jillian Ober at Jillian.Ober@... or 614.247.6392. Or please visit our website at www.YATCOhio.org. Sincerely, Jillian Ober, MA, CRCProgram ManagerThe OSU Nisonger Center327 Mc Hall1581 Dodd DriveColumbus, Ohio 43210 614.247.6392 (p)614.292.3727 (f)Jillian.Ober@...

What is Young Adult Transition Corps?

Young Adult Transition Corps (YATC) is a one-of-a-kind AmeriCorps program of the Ohio State University Nisonger Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. YATC is dedicated to serving young adults with disabilities and their families and promoting successful transitions as these young adults enter adult life.

AmeriCorps/YATC members collaborate with high school students with disabilities to develop ongoing service learning projects. Members also engage young adults with disabilities in other educational and community-based programs in the Columbus area that promote community service, community access, and social skill development, three areas critical to successful transition.

Who are YATC members?

YATC members come from a variety of backgrounds and include high school graduates, current college students (undergraduate or graduate), or college graduates. We are looking for people with a strong desire to work with people with disabilities and to give back to their community.

How does YATC benefit youth with disabilities?

The support provided by YATC members helps participants become more engaged in their communities and confident in social situations. Participants learn the importance of giving back to their communities and gain the work and life skills that come with community service. Participants also learn about the resources available in their communities, and how to access those resources. In addition, participants engage in team building activities and social events that encourage friendship and social skill development.

For more information about YATC, please contactJillian Ober, Program ManagerThe Ohio State University Nisonger Center327 Mc Hall, 1581 Dodd Drive, Columbus, OH 43210614.247.6392 (p) www.YATCOhio.org, Jillian.Ober@...

LITERACY, AAC & ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ConferenceSEPTEMBER 22, 2008atthe Cintas Centeron Xavier University CampusFor More Information ContactThe W. Perlman Center513-636-4601

For complete information, click here

Presidential Candidates Debate on Autism

This week the USAAA Weekly News is including a special article of the presidential candidates' stances on autism.

McCain has worked with issues on Autism Spectrum Disorders during his time in the Senate, such as when he cosponsored the Combating Autism Act of 2006. " McCain is very concerned about the rising incidence of autism among America's children and has continually supported research into its causes and treatment," his campaign said. "He believes that federal research efforts should support broad approaches to understanding the factors that may play a role in the incidence of autism, including factors in our environment, for both prevention and treatment purposes."

As president, McCain would work to advance federal research into autism, promote early screening, and identify better treatment options. Click here to read his plan on combating autism in America.

Barack Obama has set forth a plan specifically on Autism Spectrum Disorders. "Some conditions like autism don't appear until age two, so infant screening is not enough," he said. "And to meet the needs of the growing numbers of Americans with autism, we need a comprehensive approach that includes not just screening, but early intervention, research, and education services."

As president, Obama would appoint a federal ASD Coordinator to oversee all federal ASD efforts, fully fund the Combating Autism Act and other federal autism research initiatives, support special needs education for children with ASD, and support universal screening. Click here to read his full plan, and click here to see his updated plan to empower Americans with disabilities.

Carol Kranowitz DVD Special from Future Horizons

Carol Kranowitz Sensory Summer Special!!!Future Horizons is proud to offer a special two videos featuring the leading author in the history of special needs books, Carol Kranowitz. Together they normally are offered for a total of $59.90---but you can have them both for only $34.95! and the shipping is free!.... THE OUT OF SYNC DVD---OVER THREE HOURS! The Out of Sync Child DVD -- over three hours. This is based on Carol's best-seller by the same name--over 500,000 copies sold.She covers many subjects including--What are the Symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder? What are the best methods to help children? It discusses each of the Sensory areas and how they impact on learning, behavior, social issues and attention deficits toward the educational process. You will see Carol and the audience at the filming do exercises that can help identify problem areas and others that will improve coordination. This user-friendly teaching vehicle is a wonderful resource for clinics, schools, pre-schools, parents, agencies, and anyone else dealing with the painful impact of sensory challenges...GETTING KIDS IN SYNC--30 MINUTE DVD Getting Kids in Sync is a 30 minute DVD that shows many wonderful activites that will help children of all ages to develop their bodies and integrate their senses...and are easy to use either in school or at home! The easy and fun ideas incorporate sensory activies into a child's day. Your class or individual student can follow the exercises that are easy and fun and can be incorporated into the child's day. They will enjoy "playing" along with the children featured in the video. The demonstrations by the children make the activities easy to understand and Carol's explanations clarify how the activities can be used. SORRY, you cannot purchase this over the internet as our site is geared to accept orders only at the regular prices. So, to get this large discount you have to call 1-800-489-0727 or fax us at 817-277-2270.This is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge of sensory issues, while providing good exercises for children to follow and enjoy. Looking forward to hearing from you...R. Wayne GilpinPresident, Future HorizonsWorld Leader in Resources and Conferences on Autism/Asperger's Syndrome

DISABILITY VOTE FORUMMonday, September 22, 20086:00 to 8:30 pm(Refreshments served from 6:00 to 6:45)Learn about the local and state issuesGet voting informationFind out why YOUR vote is importantVisit information booths and candidatesGladieux Meadows4480 downs Blvd.Toledo, OH 43614 Please RSVP if coming. To do so, call 419-885-5733 and ask for Ext. 232.

New Books from AAPC

For Teachers, An Apple Is Good but a New Book Is Great!

There's nothing better than the experience of reading a great book with your child. But when you can't be there to do it, let your child's teacher! This fall buy any of the books listed here and other children's books for yourself and get a second copy of the same title for your child's teacher at half price!

Parents: Help kids understand their emotions and control their meltdowns before meltdowns take control of them by reading The Chameleon Kid. Then give a copy of the book to your child's teacher so she can use the tips and ideas at the back of the book to further assist children in learning to control their emotions.

Parents: Use this book's wonderful illustrations and heartwarming message to remind your child to be himself and teach the importance of self-acceptance. Then, give a copy to your child's teacher to share this engaging story with the class utilizing the thought-provoking questions at the back of the book.

Buy any of these and other children's books and get the second for ½ price ... for your teacher.

The Chameleon Kid - Controlling Meltdown Before He Controls You by Elaine M. Larson

Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions That Build Success by Veenendall

Oliver Onion - The Onion Who Learns to Accept and Be Himself by Diane Murrell

Regular Price $17.95BOGO Price $26.92

Regular Price $18.95BOGO Price $28.42

Regular Price $16.95BOGO Price $25.42

Autism Asperger Publishing Company877-277-8254 (toll-free) · www.asperger.net

Upcoming Trainings from Spectrum - Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Columbus

Teaching Strategies and Transition for Students on the Autism Spectrum

October 7 - 8, 2008, Cincinnati, OH

Click here for complete details.

October 28 - 29, 2008, Pittsburgh, PA

Click here for complete details.

Social Skills and Differentiating Instruction in Autism Spectrum Disorders

November 11 - 12, 2008 Detroit, MIClick here for complete details.

Social Skills and Human Development in Autism Spectrum DisordersDecember 2 - 3, 2008, Columbus, OH Click here for complete details.

OEC Special Education Leadership Conference Registration Deadline--September 12, 2008 A gentle reminder, the deadline to register for the OEC Special Education Leadership Conference is this Friday, September 12, 2008. Registrations received after September 15th will not be processed, we will notify you and return your registration and check. Breakout sessions 8 and 11 are full; please do not choose these sessions on your registration. Please note that there will be no walk-in registrations. Registration confirmations have been emailed for all registrations received through September 8th. If you sent in a registration and did not receive a confirmation please email ronda.hinson@.... For more information, click here or go to the Ohio Department of Education Web site, www.ode.state.oh.us, and enter in the search box “Special Education Leadership Conference.â€

OCALI Transition Conference OCALI is holding 3 Conferences titled Transition Planning for High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: What is Required and What Works. The conference will be held:• October 23 & 24, 2008 in Cleveland/Beachwood• November 6 & 7, 2008 in sburg• December 3 & 4, 2008 in Zanesville Please see the attached flier for further details. For further information contact: Vicki Knisely at vicki_knisely@... or (614) 410-0753.

News from KidsLink in Twinsburg....More details at www.kidslinkohio.com KidsLink is excited to be offering several new academic support programs this Fall, designed for kids with Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, LD, or other neurologic diagnoses.These include: - Individual academic tutoring - The Edge - study skills classes.These programs will be taught by Beth Lattime, a certified special education interventionist. The website (www.kidslinkohio.com) has additional details.

Friday Night Fun is back at KidsLink starting in October. Monthly dates and activities are posted on the website at www.kidslinkohio.com. We look forward to seeing our fun teens and some new faces. This program is designed for ages 12 and up with Asperger disorder or high functioning autism...See you soon!!We have tried to design a variety of social skill programs at KidsLink this Fall that are appropriate for a wider range of children and ability levels..For kids with Asperger disorder or HFA: - SUCCESS club = elementary age kids and pre-teen social skills classes - CALM kids = social skills and anxiety management - Teen Group = 13 and upFor ages 3 and up with some language impairments: - Social communication groups (multiple age and ability level groups available; child is screened prior to the group for appropriate fit)For children and teens with limited language and/or cognitive impairments: - Discovery Club = life and social skills recreational group

Ask Medicare Caregiver Initiative

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is launching an initiative this fall to begin a conversation with people who provide care for a loved one, friend or neighbor. The Ask Medicare initiative will provide information, tools and materials to assist the caregiver and their loved ones in making informed healthcare decisions.

There are over 44.4 million Americans, more than one in five adults, who provide unpaid care to a loved one valued at a staggering $350 billion (in 2006) each year. It is important to raise national awareness of the critical service provided by caregivers in communities across the country. We hope to help these caregivers navigate through the tools that can significantly improve their life and that of their loved one.

Most people don't think of themselves as caregivers; all they know is that someone that they care about needs help. The caregiver's work is exhausting, stressful, but essential - and far too often, unrecognized. CMS knows that caregiving takes a substantial amount of advocacy, energy and knowledge.

Information to Help You Care for Others

On September 18th, CMS will launch a caregiver initiative through a live webcast with Acting Administrator Kerry Weems, and a number of key partner organizations at the Newseum in Washington DC. During the webcast, Mr. Weems will provide an overview of the initiative and take questions from caregivers, partners, the media, and other stakeholders through electronically submitted questions. After the webcast, Medicare's newly designed webpage will go live at www.medicare.gov/caregiver. Through the webpage, CMS will provide accurate and unbiased information to caregivers about Medicare. The new tools will provide information about what the Medicare program covers and how to access other important resources to help in their care. Through the website, CMS will feature key partner organizations that help caregivers and beneficiaries through links directly to the organizations. The site will also include personal stories of caregivers in the community.

In November CMS will launch an e-newsletter for caregivers. E-mailed bi-monthly to individuals who sign up, the newsletter will provide information on important dates (i.e. open enrollment), changes in the programs (i.e. changes in coverage of certain services), and general basic information to caregivers about the Medicare program.

Through our website and electronic newsletter CMS would like to build a relationship with caregivers to help streamline caring for Medicare beneficiaries and hopefully, lighten the load of caregiving.

Ask Medicare Live Webcast Connecting Caregivers to Medicare Resources Introduction by: Kerry Weems, Acting Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Followed by a panel discussion and responses to questions Time: 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PTDate: Thursday, September 18, 2008Format: Video

To register for this important webcast, go to: http://webcast.streamlogics.com/custom_projects/medicare/index.asp

Professional Training Convention

PAR's 40th Annual Convention will be Oct. 8-10, 2008 at the Embassy Suites in Dublin, OH. The convention booklet, group registration form (which is due in by Sept. 19th to receive the discount) and schedule is available online at www.par-ohio.org. Please share the conference brochure with families and individuals served as the rates are very reasonable for them to attend. This is a great way to get social work or mrdd credit hours as well as network with other professionals and gain new knowledge on a variety of topics. As an attendee stated last year "Once I attend PAR, I realized that it is one of the best kept secrets in the field and I will come back every year" If you have any questions call the PAR Office at 419-522-6207.

Ninth Annual Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability: Change, Challenge, & Collaboration April 28 and 29, 2009The Ohio State University's Columbus Campus

Session Proposals Are Due November 1, 2008 - Student Posters Due March 30, 2008

The Ninth Annual Multiple Perspectives conference continues the university's efforts to bring together a diverse audience to explore disability as both an individual experience and social reality that cuts across typical divisions of education & employment; scholarship & service; business & government; race, gender & ethnicity. This year’s theme “Change, Challenge & Collaboration†reflects the critical place in history we occupy.

Between the last conference and this call for papers the United Nations has adopted the Convention on Disability, Congress passed a new GI bill benefiting veterans with disabilities and the Higher Education Opportunity Act which includes a significant focus on disability; the Access Board is proposing changes in Section 508, the Department of Justice is in the final stages of a comprehensive review and update of the regulations for the ADA; and the ADA Amendments of 2008 are working their way through Congress.

For more information on the conference and details about paper submission, please visit

http://ada.osu.edu/conferences/2009Conf/callforpapers09.html.

L. Lissner

University ADA Coordinator

Office of the Provost

The Ohio State University

(614) 292-6207 (614) 688-8605 (tty)

lissner.2@... HTTP://ada.osu.edu

Ninth Annual Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability:

Change, Challenge, & CollaborationApril 28 and 29, 2009

Proposals Due November 1, 2008

http://ada.osu.edu/conferences/2009Conf/callforpapers09.html

Gluten-Free Taste Fair Saturday, October 11Noon - 4pm Taste a variety of GF products and hear presentations about the medical aspects of gluten intolerance and how to shop if you are on a GF diet!(Taste Fair will be upstairs in both of their Cafés.) MontroseWest Market Plaza3885 W. Market St. Akron, Ohio 44333 330.666.SEED (7333)

SolonUptown Solon Shopping Center6025 Kruse DriveSolon, OH 44139.519.FOOD (3663)

O.C.E.C.D. TRAININGS - SEPTEMBER(Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities)Sep. 18, 2008 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 P.M.Where: CARROLL CO. DISTRICT LIBRARY, CARROLL Co. 70 SECOND ST. N.E CARROLLTON, OH 44615 Topic: PARENT''S RIGHTS Presenter: TINA WHITE Contact: TINA WHITE - 800-694-6432 Attendees: PARENTS/PROFESSIONALS Sep. 24, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 P.M.Where: INDEPENDENCE CIVIC CENTER, CUYAHOGA Co. 6363 SELIG DRIVE INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131 Topic: PARENT'S RIGHTS Presenter: BARB RUTT Contact: VALERIE TROIANO - 216-447-1218 Attendees: PARENTS/PROFESSIONALS

SENSORY NIGHT The third Monday of every month Sept. 15th, Oct. 20th, Dec. 15th5:30-7:00 P.M. $10.00 per child, $3.00 per adultPrice includes pizza and drinks!! Space is limited. Online registration is suggested.Visit the Pump It Up of Medina website at pumpitupparty.com

ASPIES Greater Akron Meet and GreetSupport Group assisting parents of children withAsperger Syndrome, high functioning Autism, and PDD/NOS In conjunction with Kate Vanderplough ofA . S . K . Autism Services for Kids An in-home service provider for children and adolescents with autismand other developmental disabilities serving the northern Ohio region will present another MEET & GREET “Bring your child to group night†Come enjoy the fun & fellowship. (and learn about Activity Schedules for all spectrum kids) Considine Professional Building (across from Akron Children’s Hospital Main Entrance)Floor 2 - Rooms 5 & 6 Tuesday, September 16th6:30 - 8:30 pm Light Refreshments will be served. For further information, contactJoy Spencer 330-745-5115 Rreindeer@...

First Annual Dragonfly Academy Golf ScrambleWWW.DRAGONFLYACADEMY.ORGSaturday September 20, 2008

Dragonfly Academy is 1 of only a handful of schools located throughout Ohio that specializes in individualized, hands-on education of students with Autism.This is done through the development of social, communication, and academic skills. All proceeds from this event will go to the Scholarship Fund of DragonflyAcademy so that more students can benefit from the exceptional servicesoffered by this educational provider. For sponsoring opportunities or to register, please contact Dragonfly Academy at: Phone: 330-488-8100Fax: 330-488- 3128www.dragonflyacademy.org Dragonfly Academy511 Trump Ave. NECanton, OH 44730 The Legends Golf Course2700 Augusta Dr. SEMassillon, OH • 11:30 to 12:30 - Registration• 12:00 - Putting Contest• 1 p.m. - Shotgun Start• 5:30 - Social Hour / Chinese Raffle• 6 p.m. - Dinner with emcee and awards A golf event helping students with Autism succeed

Social Skills Group

Participants Wanted in Medina Area!Kathy Derga, MA, CCC-SLP will be conducting sessions for children age 9 and above called "Social Communication Skills". To register or request more information, please contact Kathy Derga direct at

1-800-989-1149 voicemail #2769.When:1 Saturday per month (Oct, Nov, Dec)Cost:$75.00Time:10:45 – 11:45Where:The Therapy Link of Rehab Services, Inc. at Elmcroft of Medina1046 N. Jefferson StreetMedina, Ohio 44256

News from the ASA:

Sensory Friendly Films Return this SeptemberASA and AMC Entertainment® Sensory Friendly Films were a hit inAugust, and the events will continue this month with a special showingof "Igor" on September 20. In order to accommodate the unique needs ofthe autism community, as well as those with other disabilities, themovie auditoriums will have their lights brought up, the sound turneddown, and AMC's "Silence is Golden®" policy will notbe enforced. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=F9orgqAeaIjdLwEc1I7S9Q..

ASA in the NewsNational Public Radio and The New York Times feature commentary by ASA representatives this week. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Od4HsXpaXnfbb4FJowttbQ.. House to Introduce Legislation to Provide Autism Coverage to Military Retirees Next week, Congressmen Jim Moran (D-VA) and Jeff (R-FL) will be introducing legislation to expand the health care program for military retirees to include coverage of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=HuFoSayDT7K8rEIN5nM-2A.. Autism/Special Needs Highlighted at National ConventionsAutism drew mentions in several high-profile political speeches atboth the Democratic and Republican conventions in the past few weeks.Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=WhQdKdk6VXASBVuw1_mg7Q.. Congress Returns for End of SessionCongress returned this week for the final three weeks of sessionbefore they adjourn to hit the campaign trail. There's a lot tobe done in the next couple of weeks, and there are severalautism-related items on the horizon. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=IgzFkRF4-LOz06sVCJiBEw..

Statement on Columbia University Study on Measles Virus Vaccine and AutismOn September 4, 2008, the Mailman School of Public Health at ColumbiaUniversity released a study entitled, "Lack of Associationbetween Measles Virus Vaccine and Autism with Enteropathy: ACase-Control Study." Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=fWUC76YTjtU-r2SsLJsiqQ.. A Letter to my TeacherWith the new school year, Natural Learning Concepts is offering a freecustomizable letter that will help a teacher get to know his or herstudent with autism a little better. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=xJddK8G915WA9UQGP_KGWA.. 2009 ASA National Conference to be Held in Chicago, July 22-25, 2009Have fun in sunny Orlando this year? You'll love the Windy Cityin 2009! Save the date for ASA's 40th Annual National Conferenceand Exposition on Autism Spectrum Disorders, July 22-25, 2009, at thePheasant Run Resort in St. , Ill., outside of Chicago.Stay tuned for our call for papers, coming later this month. If you'reinterested in exhibiting, advertising in the conference program guideor becoming a sponsor, please contact Meg Ellacott atellacott@....

International Autism Summit Special Offer to Autism Society of America MembersAutism Today is offering a special opportunity to ASA members for theupcoming International Autism Summit: An ASA member who purchases a full conference registration can bring a complimentary friend. Readmore: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=qy-TlkLkRtfe_1wNxDM3zw..

"Refrigerator Mothers" Released on DVDKartemquin Films is now offering "Refrigerator Mothers" on DVD."Refrigerator Mothers" paints an intimate portrait of an entiregeneration of mothers, who lived for years under thedehumanizing shadow of professionally promoted "motherblame." Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=usOE6_QKH8FySa0gDQD9xA.. New Book Gives Tips for Diagnosing Autism EarlierOsnat and Philip Teitelbaum have worked for nearly two decades todevelop ways of detecting signs of potential autism orAsperger's syndrome in the first year of life by examining achild's early motor development, and the results of theirefforts are detailed in the new book "Does Your Baby Have Autism?" Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=71qY2TmeuMlbXFWezaP8bw.. Show Kids the WayIn "The Chameleon Kid," author Elaine Marie Larson encourages children to control the personalized "Meltdown" lurking inside byevoking the adaptable abilities of the chameleon. Supported bycolorful cartoon-like illustrations, she uses short verses to presentthe various reactions that the bad guy "Meltdown" cancause, followed by advice for how the Chameleon Kid can adapt hisemotions and attitudes to prevent Meltdown from taking over. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=QLoIh9oHZyWa8btzli4EAg.. "The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook"Pamela J. Compart and Dana Laake, authors of "The Kid-Friendly ADHD and Autism Cookbook," offer three free articles for the new school season: "School Lunches for Kids With ASD: Delicious, Healthy & Possible"; "5 Back to School Lunch Ideas"; and "One Person's Yummy Food Is Another Person's Yucky Food." Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=TIBFkHvEwDu1RImEWkipXw.. "Playtime With Zeebu" Now Available!"Playtime With Zeebu" is a new option for parents and professionalsseeking better strategies to develop the social awareness of childrenwith ASDs. Combining a fun children's video series and plushhand puppets, parents and educators can implement these tools toincrease the social awareness of children on the autism spectrum. Readmore: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Oq96pfaYTktIFb3-V_bTaQ..

Understanding Autism Scholarships!Are you a parent with a child on the spectrum and considering using the Autism Scholarship?Or maybe you are using the scholarship? This training will answer your questions.JOINThe Arc of OhioTuesday, September 23, 20087:00 p.m. to 9:00p.m.SST 11 formerly COSERRCIn the Gym470 Glenmont AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43214 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ohio Legal Rights Services Presenting “Know your rights on and off Autism Scholarshipâ€8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Panel Discussion/Questions/Answers What works best and how to achieve the best outcomes for your child. (This is a free training. Family members, advocates and professionals are all welcome to attend at no cost.)

Operating Standards for Children with Disabilities WebinarAnn Guinan, Assistant Director of Procedural Safeguards in the Office for Exceptional Children, and Barbara Weinberg, Office of Early Learning and School Readiness, hosted a webinar around The Operating Standards for Children with Disabilities which may be helpful for you. This is a 2 hour video compressed for web. This video is hosted on the OCALI web site and can be accessed through the link below.

http://www.ocali.org/resources/ODE_Summ_Op.php

In addition to the webinar, a special education guidance document designed to assist in the implementation of the standards and to provide information about best practices is collaboratively being developed by representatives from the Office of Exceptional Children and the Ohio State University Center for Special Needs (CSNP). This electronic and interactive online document will be available by the date of the Special Education Leadership Conference on September 24th and 25th in Columbus. More details to come.

Ohio School Psychologists Association 2008 Fall Conference November 6-7, 2008Crowne Plaza Hotel, Columbus, Ohio Thursday, November 6th Judy Elliott, Ph.D.Making What Matters Happen: Building Integrated Educational Systems Using Response to InterventionThis workshop will explore what it takes to systematically implement RtI. The importance of leading for change will be highlighted and critical questions will be addressed such as: What does it take to plan, implement, and evaluate RtI systems for all students? How we get school personnel on board? What’s the difference between buy-in versus ownership? Where do we start and how do we prioritize the work? How do we know we are really implementing RtI? Participants will explore where they are in the process of planning and implementing RtI and determine the next steps that need to be taken toward effective RtI implementation in their district.

Friday, November 7thJack Fletcher, Ph.D.Identifying and Treating Learning Disabilities: The Importance of Response to InterventionResearch over the past 30 years suggests a need to reconceptualize classifications of learning disabilities (LD) in terms of response to intervention (RtI). The conceptual basis for RtI will be discussed in relation to this research, leading to specific methods for assessing and identifying children with LD. Specific intervention principles for disorders involving reading, math, and written language will be presented, along with links to public policy initiatives in the U.S. epitomized by the 2004 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities In Education Act (IDEA).

For more information and to register for the conference, visit the OSPA website at http://www.ospaonline.org/activities/index.htm.

Career and Employment Development Strategies for Individuals with Autism.

Thursday, October 23, 2008 More adults with autism than ever before will need to enter the workforce, and preparation is essential. This workshop will address various aspects of career preparation and job placement for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Topics will include:• Evaluating the individual for career paths• Educating employers about hiring people with autism• How to “tier†employment opportunities for individuals with autism• Job coaching and career counseling for individuals with autism• What to do when the job isn’t working Cost: $150 per person For more Info on the workshop, call Szabo at the Cleveland Clinic at 216-448-6440 or go to http://my.clevelandclinic.org

(Will be offered again in 2009....... March 6th and October 22nd.)

DisabilityInfo Website Enhancedwww.disabilityinfo.govThe disabilityinfo.gov website, a collaborative product among twenty-two federal agencies, contains comprehensive information on cross-cutting issue areas including employment, benefits, housing, transportation, health care, education, civil rights and technology. In preparation for the 18th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the site has been enhanced and updated. Changes include: over 2,000 new links to state-level resources; the State and Local Resources Map has been enhanced to offer greater access to information about programs and services; access to the quarterly newsletter; and answers to frequently asked questions about the DisabilityInfo website.

New tool for autism education

This is Karl , creator of the DT Trainer, and this is one of my few blasts per year informing the autism community on our continued progress.

Thanks for your support of the DT Trainer as we are now in over 800 school districts, 220 private schools and service providers, and thousands of homes. I will continue to expand the DT Trainer to cover more topics and a wider developmental range (currently the developmental range is 2-9 years old).

However, there is another area of learning that is critical for our kids. There is 15 to 20 years of research showing how video modeling increases acquisition rates across a wide range of topics. Video modeling materials have been available for 10 - 15 years, and yet I was amazed that this powerful teaching method is impacting few of our kids.

Looking into this disconnect, I discovered that video modeling media has been released to be played in standard media players starting with video types, and now computer based media players. The problem is that video modeling is not just about playing videos, but is about the management of the process. Regular media players lack the capabilities to organize the materials to facilitate quick access to a student's specific tasks in a teaching situation. Trying to find and use up a piece of video is clumsy, cumbersome and impractical in a fluid teaching situation. Standard media players also lack the support for task analysis (breaking down tasks), sequences, transitions from video to images, transitions from images to text, data collection, visual schedules, and many other useful features to fully exploit the power of video modeling across a wide range of students and skills.

I set out to fix this situation and created the first designed player for video modeling the Activity Trainer. There is a short 2 minute video that introduces the Activity Trainer at www.dttrainer.com/atpromovideo. This tool is feature rich being driven by both research and feedback from experts in video modeling. The Activity Trainer allows users to create their own activities, and we are developing a Skills Library that includes skills in the categories of academic, daily living, communicating non-verbal initiation, recreation, social and speech. We are reaching out to video modeling creators for third party libraries which customers could add to the Activity Trainer. We will also reach out to Universities and others for a community library.

Our goal has been to offer a robust, easy to use tool that makes video modeling practical for school and home and that is affordable for schools and parents. We had to go way out on the limb financially to create this tool, but I felt that it is important for our kids to get access to the power of video modeling. I hope the community will download our free trial and either provide feedback or purchase to benefit your child or students and to help support this work. The work has been endorsed by Dr. Gerhardt of the Organization for Autism Research. (See our web site) We have thus far released about 167 activities in the developmental range of 2 to 9 years old. We are currently working on over 60 more and will continue to expand our skills library.

There is a short 2 minute video that introduces the Activity Trainer at www.dttrainer.com/atpromovideo. Visit our web site (www.dttrainer.com) for more information on the Activity Trainer and to download a free 30 day trial.

2008 Nationwide Children's Autism Conference

October 22 & 23, 2008, Conference Center at NorthPointe, Center, Ohio

For Complete details visit:

http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/gd/applications/controller.cfm?cID=450 & type=2 & catID=4 & page=54

The Autism File: International Autism Magazine Now Available in Bookstores in US & CanadaA North American edition of The Autism File, the longest running international autism magazine, has been released for distribution to 2000 bookstores in the United States and Canada. The Autism File, published in the UK for over 10 years, is also available in Spain (in Spanish) and Australia. The Autism File's Scientific and Editorial Advisory Boards are made up of leading autism experts and advocates from around the world.Bookstores that are stocking The Autism File in the US include many & Noble, Borders, Books a Million, Universal News in New York and bookstores at four major airports: JFK, Newark, Chicago and San Francisco. Distribution varies by region. In Canada, stores carrying The Autism File will include Chapters, Coles, Indigo, and Presse Commerce and will be on the shelves for a three month period with an initial two week promotion.Here is what readers are saying:“I just received a copy of The Autism File U.S.A…. I must say Wow! Wow! and Wow!" commented Alderson, EdM, an autism treatment specialist. “The magazine is just packed full of top quality articles and great information from well-known researchers and practitioners in the field.â€â€œWhat impresses me so much is the content. Simple, clean, impactful. It's a tough one to put down once it's opened,†wrote Lori Mcllwain, co-founder and Vice-Chairperson of the Board of the National Autism Association. Teri Arranga, Director of Autism One, is The Autism File's Editor for the US and Canada. Teri works closely with Polly Tommey, Editor-in-Chief, who founded the The Autism File with her husband, nutritionist Jon Tommey, over ten years ago. “The journal covers the many diverse aspects of autism from childhood through adulthood, including biomedical issues, educational interventions and therapies, advocacy and practical advice for daily life, in order to help children and families touched by autism worldwide,†Polly explained.The Autism File debuts in the US and Canada with articles from autism experts such as Dr. Edelson, Dr. Mumper, and Dr. Harry Schneider. A panel of scientific experts including Dr. Bock, Dr. Dan Rossignol and Dr. Amy Yasko will reply to questions in their column “The Doctor is IN,†(Askthedoctor@...). Practical advice is offered by award-winning author Chantal Sicile-Kira in the “Ask Chantal†column. Articles by people on the spectrum, such as Dr. Shore and Dean Beadle, are featured in every issue.For more information or to subscribe, please visit www.autismfile.comPsssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com.