Sept. 27 - Parent University

If you are a parent of a child with special needs, save this date: Saturday, September 27, 2008. If you know a parent of a child with special needs, please direct his/her attention to this message. You can forward it by clicking on the small envelope at the bottom of this message.

Parent University is sponsored by the McHenry County Mental Health Board and the Family C.A.R.E. Project here in the County. Its purpose is "Strengthening communications and collaboration among parents, students, and educators to improve educational experiences and outcomes for all."

Parent University will be held at MCC, 9:00AM-3:00PM. Cost for McHenry County parents and professionals is $25.00 ($40.00, if you don't live or work in McHenry County).

Attendees can choose one of five sessions in the morning (after the opening keynote presentation). During lunch the Shut up Sisters will celebrate the strengths of children with disabilities. I heard rave reviews of their program in Edwardsville earlier this year. The afternoon speaker will facilitate discussion aimed at developing more effective communication between parents and teachers.

For information, contact Michelle LaLuz at mlaluz@mc708.org or 815.788.4386