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Parent
education and involvement is a major goal of Special Learning Center
program. We believe the more knowledge parents have about
their child's disability, the better equipped they are to care for
their child and to advocate for the child's needs.
For
this reason, our staff encourages parents to take an active role
in the treatment of their child and to take
advantage of educational and social opportunities offered through
our agency including:
- Participation in classroom activities
- Participation in therapy sessions
- Parent activity and support groups
- Educational programs and workshops
- Informational parent meetings
- Sign language classes
- Regular contact with child's teacher and therapists
As
parents learn hands-on activities and educate themselves about their
child, the continuity of care for the child is enhanced and outcomes
are more effective.
Family
Activities
These family events, sponsored
by the Special Learning Center, provide an opportunity for parents
to meet and share information, concerns and friendships.
- Family ice skating party
- Christmas party
- Music nights
- Family hayrides
- End of year graduation party
Parent
Resource Room
This room is especially
designed with parents in mind. Equipped with books, brochures,
videos and other literature on a variety of topics, the Parent Resource
Room provides a quiet and comfortable place for parents to meet
and relax.
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