Hazelwood SSD News & Updates
November 2021
SSD Student Scholarship Deadline Approaching!
Many opportunities for scholarships and awards are now open for SSD students! SSD scholarship applications for graduating high school seniors are active and due Dec. 17, 2021. Students applying for The James E. Westbury/SSD Board of Education Scholarship, The Allison M. Haake Memorial Scholarship, or The Bonhomme Lions Club Scholarship must receive at least one service from SSD and plan to go to a college, university, or postsecondary program. All scholarships require a letter of recommendation. Visit ssdmo.org/scholarships for more information.
The Special Education Foundation (SEF) sponsors the John Cary Scholarships for high school seniors, as well. Applications are due Jan. 24, 2022.
For more information, please contact Deana Parsons, SSD internal communications coordinator, at dmparsons@ssdmo.org or 314.989.8102.
Parent Education & Diversity Awareness Program November Workshops
PEDA has several workshops scheduled for November. These include:
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders
November 15, 2021 6:30 PM
Identify and understand the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders and learn effective and practical strategies that will support your child’s success at home and school. The second session will focus on strategies. There will be time for discussion and questions.
Presenter: John Bruno, Ph.D., SSD Autism Effective Practice Specialist
Zoom Meeting Information
https://ssdmo-org.zoom.us/j/98286346135?pwd=VVJSTFl6ZHBVeng2dkJMTUVNYWQzZz09
Meeting ID: 982 8634 6135
Passcode: 103277
Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse
(Workshop in Collaboration with St. Louis ARC)
November 18, 2021 6:30 PM
Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) is a set of eight principles developed to support people with IDD and their families so they can have their best lives. In this workshop, we will learn about the CtLC principles and work together to create planning and problem-solving tools. Participants will also receive updates about LifeCourse Connect Missouri, which is a new online platform that can be used by individuals and family members to access tools. This workshop is for everyone but especially self-advocates, families, and support staff.
Presenters: Sharon Spurlock, Director of Family Support, St. Louis Arc and Debra Fiasco, Administrator, Parent Education and Diversity Awareness, Special School District
Zoom Webinar Registration:
https://slarc.zoom.us/webinar/register/2516310324235/WN_baEHWPyjRquQSLVXDcfmLw
PEDA is happy to announce that we are taking applications for our Spring Parent Leadership Institute (PLI). PLI will occur over 4 evenings in February and March. You can learn more and download the application here: Parent Leadership Institute
Finally, PEDA would love your feedback! Please complete are PEDA Communications survey here: PEDA Survey
Hazelwood SSD Parent Meeting
Topic: Hazelwood SSD Parent Meeting
Time: Dec 2, 2021 06:30 PM Central Time
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Thursday, Dec 2, 2021, 06:30 PM
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Hazelwood SSD Parent Advisory Council
The Hazelwood SSD Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is a cross-categorical group of parents of children receiving services from the Special School District. It is a volunteer organization made up of parents, SSD and Hazelwood administrators who are committed to identifying and building upon the strengths of all children in the Hazelwood School District. Hazelwood Parent Advisory Council provides a forum for parents to meet other parents and share information concerning their children and resources.
If you would like to become involved in the Hazelwood SSD PAC or if you would like more information about Hazelwood SSD parent supports and resources, please complete the survey found here: Hazelwood Parent Involvement Survey
Staff Recognition Nominations
Applications for awards which honor the contributions of SSD teachers, paraprofessionals, teacher assistants, teacher aides, certified occupational therapy assistants, physical therapy assistants, and support staff members are awaiting nominations, due Feb. 7, 2022. Please consider providing recognition for the meaningful work the employees of SSD do to support students and families in Hazelwood.
Teacher Nominations
Paraprofessional Nominations
SSD Staff Nominations
IDDHELP
IDDHelp is a free and confidential service. They provide information, resources, referrals, & advocacy when needed to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and St. Charles County. They are a regional partnership among the Productive Living Board of St. Louis County, Developmental Disability Resources of St. Louis City, Developmental Disability Resource Board of St. Charles, & United Way 2-1-1.
Their website is www.iddhelp.org
Let's Talk
Lunch & Learn Series
SSD will offer a virtual Lunch & Learn series for SSD families and stakeholders at 11:30am on the first Wednesday of each month. The series will involve community organizations sharing information about their work.
SSD Website
Questions?
If you have any questions feel free to contact us at any of the following:
Special School District of St. Louis County
12110 Clayton Road
Town & Country, MO 63131
Phone: 314-989-8100
Hazelwood School District
Director of Special Education for Hazelwood