Conductive Education campfor children ages 2 to 21 with cerebral palsy and other types of motor disorders is scheduled for July 6 through July 31, 2009. The camp, which focuses on building self-reliance and functional skills, will be held at The Children’s Institute, Squirrel Hill. To register or to arrange a time to observe the program, call (412)731-3070. Special Needs Camps in Pittsburgh Area:http://pittsburgh.about.com/cs/specialcamps/
Start your summer off with some fun! Discovery
Days Tuesdays & Thursdays,
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM -Western Pennsylvania School for
the Deaf, Pittsburgh, PA The toddler classroom will
incorporate early childhood education techniques with various aspects of Deaf
education. Learning centers will be theme based to provide multiple
0pportunities to practice new words. Auditory training activities will be built
into activities, giving the children practice in listening skills. American
Sign language will be modeled during lessons for those families who choose to
utilize it. Speech exercises will be integrated into centers, allowing the
children to practice specific sounds with their peers. Individual attention will
be paid to a child’s IFSP goals.
To sign up for this
exciting new classroom, contact: Tara Nikou, tnikou@wpsd.org
or Nancy Benham,
nbenham@wpsd.org