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Oct122021

The Maryland Transition Digital Portfolio

Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Service The transition from high school to college or employment can be an…

Oct62021

Strategies When You Disagree with the IEP Team

How to Document Concerns, Record Meetings, and Use Letters and Emails to Clarify Your Position Wrightslaw The school is responsible for providing your child with…

Sep242021

All About Me

A fillable sheet to support your child across service delivery models Maryland State Department of Education For any child, transitions can be difficult. At the…

Sep202021

In Memory: Erik Kristopher Myers

On September 15, 2021, Erik Kristopher Myers passed away. Erik served on the board of directors for the Howard County Autism Society (HCAS) and spent…

Sep172021

Specially Designed Instruction

Video created by Parents’ Place of Maryland and MSDE to explain specially designed instruction (SDI) Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities is made…

Sep102021

Services and Supports Offered by DDA: Video Series

Potomac Community Resources in collaboration with the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), has produced five short videos to help families and developmental disability professionals throughout…

Sep72021

We’re Hiring!

HCAS is hiring! Click for information about our Family Navigator position at the Howard County Autism Society.

Aug232021

Back to School 2021

As we prepare for the return to school, and in-person learning, parents can play a big part in supporting their student’s well being and academic…

Aug222021

The Housing Crisis for Adults with Autism: A Panel Discussion

Join us for this important discussion on September 14, 2021 from 7-9pm with options for registrants to attend either Virtually or In-Person at our office…

Aug172021

Preparing for the Return to School

Join us for this timely webinar! Preparing for the Return to School: What’s Most Important To Communicate With Teachers Before School Starts August 24, 2021…

Thoughtful Thursdays at Manor Hill Tavern

Support the Howard County Autism any Thursday during the month of October by dining with our friends at Manor Hill Tavern! While you're there, you'll get a wooden token with your purchase. Drop your token in the charity box of choice -- Howard County Autism Society! At the end of the month, they will tally…

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In Person Outdoor FREE Fitness Class

Sign Up NOW! for FREE In-Person, Outdoor FITNESS CLASSES Saturdays through October 30th! 9:00AM-10:00AM Clover House, Rockburn Park, 5400 Landing Road, Elkridge, MD One-time registration required at https://app.donorview.com/emPlX These in-person, outdoor fitness classes for individuals of all abilities and their friends and family will be led by a SPIRIT Club instructor. No special equipment is required.…

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Yoga for Children, Youth and Adults with Autism

Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation. Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login…

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Fundraiser at Rathskeller!

Join us at The Rathskeller restaurant in Elkridge for wurst, schnitzel, beer and a little fundraising! $10 from the purchase of a Josh Platter will go to HCAS. And there will be other opportunities to donate. The Rathskeller is a proud partner of The Autism Hiring Program and currently employs one of that program's alumni!

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