
2010 MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOMINATION FORMS DUE APRIL 12th
The “Make a Difference” Awards were established to celebrate the special education youth throughout our community and provide an opportunity for families to acknowledge individuals who have gone “above and beyond” to make a difference in the life of their special child.
Don't miss this opportunity! Let your child's special person be the center of attention at this event designed exclusively for families of students receiving special education services. This is a fun family evening with student entertainment, great food, and that special moment when you and your family will have an opportunity at our awards event to personally present the award to your special person! A gift they will treasure!
Please check out our Make a Difference site for all event information including:
- Nomination Forms
- Selection Criteria
- Event Logistics (Date, Time, Location)
WORKSHOPS COMING UP THIS MONTH!
For additional information and a complete listing of the upcoming workshops, visit our Workshops for Parents site.
2010 ALAMEDA COUNTY TRANSITON FAIR COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA
This informational faire is an opportunity for students with developmental disabilities, aged 14-22, their families, teachers, case managers, and other interested persons to learn more about the transition process and adult services providers located in Alameda County.
For more information, please contact Sandi Soliday, Alameda County Developmental Disabilities Council: Phone 510.267.3261 or Fax 510.273.3865 or email Sandi.Soliday@acgov.org
DATE: Saturday, March 27
TIME: 9:30am - 3:00pm
LOCATION: College of Alameda 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway, City of Alameda
Event Flier:
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT HANDBOOK
This Handbook is a useful resource for families seaking a quality education for their children with special needs.

TWO VALUABLE DOCUMENTS FOR PARENTS & TEACHERS
To download either document, you will need a copy of Adobe Reader. If you do not already have Adobe Reader on your local PC, you can click here to access the Adobe.com website where you can download a free copy. If you would like a copy mailed to you, please contact Lisa McCloud-Lorentz, Executive Secretary Tri-Valley SELPA at 925.426.9144 or LLorentz@pleasanton.k12.ca.us
"Did You Know" Handbook
This Handbook contains valuable information for educators and parents such as:
- Tri-Valley SELPA description, services, placement options, eligibility, and summary of procedural steps
- Local support groups
- Communication and contact information
- Parent & educator workshop opportunities
- Special Education terms &acronyms

Tri-Valley SELPA Brochure

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Diagnostic Center of Northern CA has developed a number of professional training and workshop offerings in response to local and statewide needs. Their published syllabus describes the training opportunities available throughout the year… including:
- One day and half-day workshops: held in your region or district
- Comprehensive training and technical assistance projects: in-depth content training and multiple levels of follow-up support, including demonstration teaching and on-site consultation
- Web-based training: select training opportunities designed to provide consultation services to professionals and training to parents by accessing the Internet
- Video-conferencing capabilities: select mini-training opportunities on curriculum topics
To view staff development training in your area, please visit the Diagnostic Center of Northern California's website.
PARENT'S RIGHTS
Here is the latest Parent's Rights document:
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