THE 2008 BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Outreach
Screening Children | Educating Families | Changing Futures
With the volunteer support of pediatricians, therapists, and educators in the community, School of Imagination has provided thousands of families with free Autism and DD Early Detection, screenings and educational workshops.
The Happy Talkers Community Outreach Fair is now being developed by Speech Therapists across the nation.
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Read more about the 2008 Bright Beginnings Event held at the School of Imagination in Dublin, California that was featured in The ASHA Leader, a national magazine for the American Speech and Language Association.
LISTEN to Congressman Jerry McNerney, City of Dublin Mayor Janet Lockhart announce The Bright Beginnings Event at School of Imagination in May 2008 on KKIQ and KKDV radio.
(""Bright Beginnings Outreach" is now "Happy Talkers Outreach")
Parent Resource Guide for Alameda and Contra Costa County, California (Download MS Word Doc)
Congressman Jerry McNerney and Dublin Mayor Janet Lockhart spend time with School of Imagination
Previous Presentations
Child Development Milestones Seminar with Lionel Herrera, M.D.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies
What Every Parent Should Know with Dr. Joan Baran
Dr. Joan Baran, Department Head of the Children's Health Council in Palo Alto will discuss parenting skills for all parents. You will learn effective ways to manage your child's behavior, establish rules and set up your child for success in school and beyond! Download MS Powerpoint
Helping Families and School Districts Work Together with Joe Feldman
The Community Alliance for Special Education (CASE) was formed in 1979 to protect the lawful educational rights of children with disabilities by fostering the fair and just implementation of IDEA and state special education law. CASE advocacy staff, thoroughly trained in special education law, helps families and school districts work together when designing appropriate special education programs for students with disabilities, who are at risk for school failure, so they can succeed in school, get a job and become productive members of their community.
Encourage Reading in your Child with Ruth Nathan, PhD
Dr. Ruth Nathan, formerly an elementary and middle school teacher and university instructor and researcher, and current Research Scientist at the University of California, Berkeley. discusses strategies to Encourage Reading Readiness in all children! You will learn how to develop a love of reading in your child from a very early age using specific activities and strategies. Learn how to pick the right types of books for your child's specific age group and how each book can be used as a learning tool in a fun and exciting way! Download MS Word
How to Navigate Resources for Special Needs Children with RCEB, M.A.C., SELPA and Tri-Valley SELPA.
A roadmap for parents with special needs children to access the resources available. How to work constructively with state and school agencies to advocate for your child. (with Regional Center and Tri-Valley SEPLA)
Autism Speaks - Roadmap to Additional Support and Services
with Marianne Toedtmann
Marianne Toedtmann, Assistant Director of Outreach and Resources for Autism Speaks, will discuss their Family Services support program. You will learn how to access the resources that Autism Speaks has available, such as the Autism Response Team, using the online resource database, accessing the online video glossary, and how to order a customized 100-day kit. Be sure to visit their Family Services Table in the Resource Library!
Child Development Milestones - for Parents and Providers with Dr. Erica Burhmann, C.H.O.
Dr. Erica Burhmann, Developmental Pediatrician from Children's Hospital Oakland will discuss critical developmental and educational milestones for children as well as the importance of early screening, diagnosis and intervention.
Dietary & Medical Interventions for Children on the Spectrum with Ann Wolf, M.D.
Dr. Ann Wolf is a well known pediatrician and DAN Doctor at Whole Child Wellness in Belmont, CA. She will discuss dietary and medical interventions that are currently available for children on the spectrum.
Encouraging Speech-Language and Listening Skills with Dr. Deborah Swain, PhD, CCC-SLP
Dr. Deborah Swain, Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of the Listening Center in Walnut Creek and the Swain Center in Santa Rosa will discuss how to encourage speech-language and listening skills in your child. You will learn strategies to help your child develop these critical skills as well as how to identify if they need additional help! Download MS Powerpoint